Origin
East Hampton, VA
Evening in East Hampton on Sunday
Local time
8:58 PM
EDT
Current temp
66°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from East Hampton, VA to Newport News, VA
Drive Time
17m
Distance
10.4 mi
17 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$2
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 16m
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6 AM
0h 18m
8 AM
0h 21m
10 AM
0h 19m
12 PM
0h 18m
3 PM
0h 19m
5 PM
0h 21m
8 PM
0h 17m
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
Newport News, VA
Kelly
Trip Overview
If you are looking for a quick transit between East Hampton and Newport News, this 10.4-mile trip is an effortless commute. Expect a brief 17-minute drive that fits perfectly into a single day, making an overnight stay unnecessary. You will primarily navigate via I-64, East Mercury Boulevard, and VA-134 as you travel through the Southeast region of Virginia. Budgeting around $2 for fuel should be more than enough for this short haul. Whether you are running errands or headed to a meeting, the simplicity of this route makes it a straightforward choice for your travel plans.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
0 planned breaks
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
5.2 miles from East Hampton, VA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 9m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a balanced experience on this 10.4-mile journey, which features a 50% highway share. You will spend a portion of your time on I-64, where the longest uninterrupted stretch lasts for 4.3 miles, before transitioning onto local roads like East Mercury Boulevard and VA-134. This mix creates a shift from the faster, controlled pace of the interstate to the more controlled environment of surface streets. You should find the drive manageable and predictable, as the road character transitions smoothly from regional highway transit to local city navigation.
Expect a mix of faster highway mileage and slower local approaches near the beginning or end.
There are about 12 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
I 64 is the longest continuous segment at about 4.3 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. You will hit about 8 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 0.2 miles in near US 258 / East Mercury Boulevard.
Route Complexity
6/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 10.4 miles you will encounter 8 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.2 miles (US 258 / East Mercury Boulevard): Lane positioning matters here; at 3.9 miles (VA 134): Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 4.8 miles (I 64): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 8 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
4
0.2 mi into trip
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~0m in
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US 258 / East Mercury Boulevard
Turn left onto US 258 / East Mercury Boulevard
Lane positioning matters here
Use the none lane.
4
3.9 mi into trip
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~7m in
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VA 134
Take the ramp onto VA 134 toward I 64 West, SR 134 North: Williamsburg, Richmond
Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward I 64 West, SR 134 North: Williamsburg, R...
6
4.8 mi into trip
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~9m in
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I 64
Keep slight left at fork onto I 64
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.
7
9.1 mi into trip
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~14m in
Take the exit toward US 17 South: J Clyde Morris Boulevard
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
Exit 258A
Toward US 17 South: J Clyde Morris Boulevard
6
10.4 mi into trip
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~17m in
At end of road, turn right
Complex interchange - multiple decisions in a short stretch
Towns Along This Route
On the drive from East Hampton, VA to Newport News, VA, road signs begin pointing toward Richmond along the way.
Richmond
3.9 mi in
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~7m
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via VA 134
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 64 | 4.3 mi | 5m |
| East Mercury Boulevard | 3.7 mi | 6m |
| VA 134 | 0.9 mi | 1m |
| Diligence Drive | 0.5 mi | 1m |
| J Clyde Morris Boulevard | 0.4 mi | <1m |
| Southerland Drive | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| Thimble Shoals Boulevard | 0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 64
— 4.3 mi, about 5m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between East Hampton, VA and Newport News, VA.
1
Start on Southerland Drive
0.2 mi
·
46 sec
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Southerland Drive
2
Turn left onto US 258
3.7 mi
·
6 min
·
East Mercury Boulevard
Use the none lane.
3
Take the ramp onto VA 134
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
VA 134
Toward I 64 West, SR 134 North: Williamsburg, Richmond
4
Keep slight left at fork onto I 64
4.3 mi
·
5 min
·
I 64
Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.
5
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
36 sec
Exit 258A
Toward US 17 South: J Clyde Morris Boulevard
Use the right lane.
6
Merge onto US 17
0.1 mi
·
13 sec
·
J Clyde Morris Boulevard
7
Continue on US 17
0.3 mi
·
30 sec
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J Clyde Morris Boulevard
8
Turn right onto Diligence Drive
0.5 mi
·
1 min
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Diligence Drive
9
At end of road, turn right onto Thimble Shoals Boulevard
0.1 mi
·
19 sec
·
Thimble Shoals Boulevard
10
Turn left
413 ft
·
33 sec
11
At end of road, turn right
82 ft
·
6 sec
12
Arrive at destination
Trip Plan
Since the total duration is only 17 minutes, you have maximum flexibility regarding your departure time. You won't need to plan for any stops along the way, as the distance is short enough to drive in one go without a break. Keep a close eye on traffic patterns when merging onto I-64, as that remains your primary artery for the first half of the trip. Because fuel costs are minimal at roughly $2, you can focus your energy on navigating the transition from the interstate to VA-134. Use this quick transit to your advantage by planning your arrival to avoid peak local congestion.
Morning Departure
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch.
Evening Departure
Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
You may only need one short stretch break if traffic stays light.
The halfway point lands around 5.2 miles from East Hampton, VA, or about 9m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 4.3 miles.
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 10.4 miles or 17m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 5.2 miles or 9m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 13m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Newport News, VA than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving East Hampton, VA so your first major turns are already loaded.
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Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
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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 10.4 miles and 17m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from East Hampton, VA.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
You may only need one short stretch stop if conditions stay smooth.
The longest stretch is on I 64 for about 4.3 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 5.2 mi from East Hampton, VA · 9m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
5 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.
Pacing Suggestions
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 10.4 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 5.2 miles from East Hampton, VA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Newport News, VA
The final approach into Newport News, VA usually feels slower than the middle of the drive, so avoid planning your tightest schedule at the very end.
Try to arrive with enough fuel left to skip an immediate station stop unless you already know the area around Newport News, VA.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$1.66 one way
$3.33 round trip
$4.07/gal
25.4 MPG avg
4 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.43 | $1.81 | $3.63 |
| premium | $4.78 | $1.96 | $3.91 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $2.31 | $4.62 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$2
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$27–$52
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 3.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $1 in charging · 0 stops · 75% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 3.1 | 0 | $1.09 | $0.50 |
| Efficient EV | 2.6 | 0 | $0.91 | $0.42 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 4.2 | 0 | $1.46 | $0.67 |
Gas CO2
4 kg
EV CO2
1 kg (75% 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.
Travel Intel
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Destination
Newport News, VA
Evening in Newport News on Sunday
Local time
8:58 PM
EDT
Current temp
67°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
Same local time
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
1 degrees warmer at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
17m on the road
Use the two city cards together: check the sky where you start, then compare it with the local time and temperature at arrival.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from East Hampton, VA to Newport News, VA covers 10.4 miles and takes about 17m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 64, East Mercury Boulevard, VA 134. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 5.2 miles from East Hampton, VA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $1.66 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch. Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 10.4 miles you will encounter 8 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.2 miles (US 258 / East Mercury Boulevard): Lane positioning matters here; at 3.9 miles (VA 134): Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 4.8 miles (I 64): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
On the drive from East Hampton, VA to Newport News, VA, road signs begin pointing toward Richmond along the way.
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