Origin
East Hampton, VA
Evening in East Hampton on Saturday
Local time
5:02 PM
EDT
Current temp
62°F
Unavailable
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 18, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
4h 26m
Distance
214.7 mi
345 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$34
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
East Hampton, VA
Sarah O'Shea
Edinburg, VA
Clément Proust
East Hampton, VA to Edinburg, VA is 214.7 miles and takes about 4h 26m via I 64 and Spotswood Trail, with a fuel budget near $34 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This trip stays within Virginia, moving from the Southeast region to another part of the Southeast. With a recommended one-day drive, you'll experience a mixed terrain as you travel. This route offers a straightforward journey, suitable for those looking for an efficient way to cover the distance between these two points without significant detours.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is possible, but it will make for a full day on the road.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
Midpoint
107.3 miles from East Hampton, VA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 3m into the drive .
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 64 | 101.3 mi | 1h 50m |
| Spotswood Trail | 30.6 mi | 41m |
| Korean War Veterans Memorial Highway | 22.6 mi | 24m |
| I 81 | 12.1 mi | 12m |
| 4th Street | 11.4 mi | 17m |
| James Madison Highway | 10.8 mi | 15m |
| US 211 | 4.4 mi | 6m |
| North East Side Highway | 4.3 mi | 6m |
Step-by-step road directions between East Hampton, VA and Edinburg, VA.
Start on Southerland Drive
Turn left onto US 258
Take the ramp onto VA 134
Keep slight left at fork onto I 64
Take the exit
Keep slight right at fork
Merge onto I 295
Keep slight right at fork
Merge onto I 64
Take the exit
Keep slight right at fork
Turn straight onto US 15
Continue on US 15; US 33
Continue on US 15; US 33
Enter roundabout onto US 33; VA 231
Continue on US 33; VA 231
Continue on US 33
Enter roundabout onto US 33; VA 20
Continue on US 33; VA 20
Continue on US 33
Continue on US 33
Take the exit onto US 33 BUS
Keep slight right at fork onto US 33 BUS
Continue on US 340
Continue on US 340
Continue on US 340
Continue on US 340
Continue on US 340
At end of road, turn left onto US 211
Continue on US 211
Turn left onto SR 1002
Take the exit
Merge onto I 81
Take the exit
Turn right onto SR 614
At end of road, turn left onto US 11
Continue on US 11
Arrive at destination
Given the 4h 26m duration, leaving East Hampton in the morning is ideal to maximize daylight. Plan for one stop to break up the approximately 215 miles, perhaps around the halfway point. Fuel costs are estimated at $34, so ensure your tank is full before departing to avoid unnecessary stops. The longest stretch without a significant change in road type is over 100 miles on I 64, so consider this when planning your breaks. This is a manageable drive, allowing for flexibility in your schedule.
Morning Departure
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Evening Departure
A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
Departure
Before you leave
Start with fuel, water, and navigation already sorted so the first hour feels easy.
First stop
Around 47 miles or 55m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 107.3 miles or 2h 3m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 3h 31m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Edinburg, VA than in the middle of the route.
Open the route before leaving East Hampton, VA so your first major turns are already loaded.
Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
Check your fuel range against the first long segment, especially if you are starting outside city service areas.
Day 1
Settle into the route from East Hampton, VA
This is one driving day of about 214.7 miles and 4h 26m.
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
107 mi into the route
Best for: Lunch, fuel, and a longer reset
This sits close to the middle of the route, so it works well for the longest stop of the day.
A short stop after about 47 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 107.3 miles from East Hampton, VA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before I 64 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 101.3 miles.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
5 decision points cluster between mile 4.8 and 131.2 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
Keep slight left at fork onto I 64
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Take the exit toward I 295, US 60: Washington, Rocky Mount NC
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Keep slight right at fork toward I 295 North: Washington
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Take the exit toward US 15: Gordonsville, Palmyra
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Keep slight right at fork toward US 15: Gordonsville, Palmyra
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Regular Gas
$33.57 one way
$67.15 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.34 | $36.71 | $73.42 |
| premium | $4.70 | $39.74 | $79.47 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $47.40 | $94.81 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$34
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$59–$84
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 75.1 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $23 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 64.4 | 0 | $22.54 | $10.31 |
| Efficient EV | 53.7 | 0 | $18.79 | $8.59 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 85.9 | 1 | $30.06 | $13.74 |
Gas CO2
75 kg
EV CO2
25 kg (67% less)
This trip is well within single-charge range for most EVs. No charging stops needed if you start fully charged.
DC fast charging avg $0.35/kWh. Home charging avg $0.16/kWh. US grid CO2: 0.39 kg/kWh.
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Origin
Evening in East Hampton on Saturday
Local time
5:02 PM
EDT
Current temp
62°F
Unavailable
Destination
Evening in Edinburg on Saturday
Local time
5:02 PM
EDT
Current temp
71°F
Unavailable
Seasonal Notes
Summer travel usually means heavier construction, hotter rest stops, and busier weekend traffic around major cities.
Winter travel shortens daylight, so a route that looks manageable on paper can feel much longer after dark.
Holiday weekends tend to make both departure and arrival windows slower than the raw route time suggests.
Time zone
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
Worth a detour if your schedule allows.
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This drive features a mixed profile, with 55% of the journey on highways. You'll encounter a substantial 101.3-mile stretch on I 64, offering a consistent pace. As you transition to roads like Spotswood Trail and Korean War Veterans Memorial Highway, expect the character of the drive to change. While much of the route is designed for efficient travel, be prepared for variations in speed and road type as you get closer to your destination.
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 4.8 miles in near I 64.
High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 21 significant decision points across 214.7 miles, you will need to stay alert - especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 4.8 miles (I 64): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 65.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 66.3 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between East Hampton, VA and Edinburg, VA, road signs point toward Rocky Mount and Palmyra.
Rocky Mount
Palmyra
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 4h 26m. Total distance: 214.7 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
4h 26m drive, comfortable solo distance.
Scenic Drive
Mixed highway & surface route profile with national parks nearby.
Compiled by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, EIA for fuel prices, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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