Origin
Emporia, VA
Evening in Emporia on Sunday
Local time
6:45 PM
EDT
Current temp
63°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Emporia, VA to Virginia Beach, VA
Drive Time
2h 10m
Distance
95.4 mi
153 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$15
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
2h 1m
★
6 AM
2h 10m
8 AM
2h 29m
10 AM
2h 17m
12 PM
2h 15m
3 PM
2h 18m
5 PM
2h 28m
8 PM
2h 5m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Emporia, VA
Photography Maghradze PH
Trip Overview
If you are planning to head from Emporia to Virginia Beach, you are looking at a straightforward 95.4-mile trek that typically takes about 2 hours and 10 minutes. Because this is a relatively short distance, it works perfectly as a simple day trip, meaning you do not need to worry about overnight lodging. You can expect to spend roughly $15 on fuel for the journey, keeping your travel costs quite manageable. The route keeps you within the Southeast region of Virginia the entire time, transitioning from the inland area of Emporia to the coastal environment of Virginia Beach. Given the efficient duration, this drive is ideal for travelers who want to maximize their time at the coast without spending their whole day behind the wheel.
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
47.7 miles from Emporia, VA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 3m into the drive .
Drive Character
This trip is a highway-focused drive, with 96% of your time spent on major roads like US 58, I-264, and US 13. You will spend the vast majority of your time cruising, highlighted by a significant 65.8-mile stretch on US 58 that defines the bulk of the experience. The character of the road is consistent, favoring speed and efficiency over winding local paths. As you move toward the coast, the infrastructure transitions from rural highway stretches into the busier, more developed interstate approaches of the Virginia Beach area. Expect a steady, predictable pace that allows you to cover the distance quickly while maintaining focus on the highway flow.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 15 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
US 58 is the longest continuous segment at about 65.8 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US 58 and I 264. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 1.8 miles in near US 58.
Route Complexity
7/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
This is a demanding drive. With 10 significant decision points across 95.4 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 1.8 miles (US 58): Lane positioning matters here; at 68.3 miles (US 13; US 460): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 69.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 10 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
1.8 mi into trip
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~3m in
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US 58
Turn right onto US 58
Lane positioning matters here
Use the none lane.
8
68.3 mi into trip
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~1h 31m in
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US 13; US 460
Keep slight left at fork onto US 13; US 460 toward I 264 East, I 64, US 13 North: Portsmouth, Norfolk, Va Beach
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the none lane.
Toward I 264 East, I 64, US 13 North: Portsmout...
6
69.3 mi into trip
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~1h 32m in
Take the exit toward I 264 East: Portsmouth, Norfolk
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 15A
Toward I 264 East: Portsmouth, Norfolk
6
77.3 mi into trip
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~1h 45m in
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I 264; VA 337
Keep slight right at fork onto I 264; VA 337
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
6
95 mi into trip
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~2h 9m in
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Arctic Avenue
Turn left onto Arctic Avenue
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
Towns Along This Route
Between Emporia, VA and Virginia Beach, VA, road signs point toward Norfolk and Va Beach.
Norfolk
67.6 mi in
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~1h 29m
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via US 13; US 460
Va Beach
67.6 mi in
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~1h 29m
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via US 13; US 460
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| US 58 | 65.8 mi | 1h 25m |
| I 264 | 24.5 mi | 34m |
| US 13 | 1.2 mi | 2m |
| East Atlantic Street | 0.8 mi | 1m |
| Hampton Roads Beltway | 0.6 mi | <1m |
| Lee Street | 0.5 mi | 1m |
| 21st Street | 0.4 mi | <1m |
| Hicksford Avenue | 0.4 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
US 58
— 65.8 mi, about 1h 25m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Emporia, VA and Virginia Beach, VA.
1
Start on Hicksford Avenue
0.4 mi
·
51 sec
·
Hicksford Avenue
2
Continue on Lee Street
0.5 mi
·
1 min
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Lee Street
3
At end of road, turn right onto Southampton Street
0.2 mi
·
27 sec
·
Southampton Street
4
Turn right onto US 58 BUS
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
East Atlantic Street
5
Turn right onto US 58
66 mi
·
1 hr 25 min
·
US 58
Use the none lane.
6
Take the exit onto US 13; US 460
0.7 mi
·
1 min
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US 13; US 460
Toward I 264 East, I 64, US 13 North: Portsmouth, Norfolk, Va Beach
7
Keep slight left at fork onto US 13; US 460
0.4 mi
·
56 sec
·
US 13; US 460
Toward I 264 East, I 64, US 13 North: Portsmouth, Norfolk, Va Beach
Use the none lane.
8
Merge onto I 664; US 13; US 460
0.6 mi
·
42 sec
·
Hampton Roads Beltway
9
Take the exit
0.8 mi
·
1 min
Exit 15A
Toward I 264 East: Portsmouth, Norfolk
10
Continue on I 264
7.2 mi
·
11 min
·
I 264
Use the none lane.
11
Keep slight right at fork onto I 264; VA 337
17 mi
·
23 min
·
I 264; VA 337
Use the slight right lane.
12
Continue on 21st Street
0.4 mi
·
54 sec
·
21st Street
Use the straight / right lanes.
13
Turn left onto Arctic Avenue
0.3 mi
·
46 sec
·
Arctic Avenue
Use the left lane.
14
Turn right onto 25th Street
454 ft
·
12 sec
·
25th Street
15
Arrive at destination
25th Street
Trip Plan
Since this is a quick 2-hour and 10-minute drive, you have plenty of flexibility regarding your departure time. You can easily complete the entire 95.4-mile distance without needing any scheduled stops, though taking a break is always an option if you prefer to pace yourself. Keep in mind that with 96% of the route on highways, traffic patterns near the coast can fluctuate, so checking road conditions before you leave is a smart move. Because the fuel cost is estimated at only $15, you do not need to worry about complex refueling logistics or finding the cheapest stations along the way. Prioritize leaving at a time that avoids peak congestion when entering the Virginia Beach area to ensure your arrival is as smooth as the drive itself.
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 47.7 miles from Emporia, VA, or about 1h 3m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 65.8 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 80 miles or 1h 48m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 47.7 miles or 1h 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 1h 46m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Virginia Beach, VA than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Emporia, 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 Emporia, VA
This is one driving day of about 95.4 miles and 2h 10m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Emporia, 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 US 58 for about 65.8 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 47.7 mi from Emporia, VA · 1h 3m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
48 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 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 47.7 miles from Emporia, VA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before US 58 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 65.8 miles.
Arriving in Virginia Beach, VA
The final approach into Virginia Beach, 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 Virginia Beach, 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
$15.27 one way
$30.54 round trip
$4.07/gal
25.4 MPG avg
33 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.43 | $16.63 | $33.27 |
| premium | $4.78 | $17.95 | $35.89 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $21.19 | $42.39 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$15
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$40–$65
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 33.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $10 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 28.6 | 0 | $10.02 | $4.58 |
| Efficient EV | 23.9 | 0 | $8.35 | $3.82 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 38.2 | 0 | $13.36 | $6.11 |
Gas CO2
33 kg
EV CO2
11 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.
Travel Intel
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Destination
Virginia Beach, VA
Evening in Virginia Beach on Sunday
Local time
6:45 PM
EDT
Current temp
64°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Along the Route
86°F
Middletown, MD
48 mi in
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
2h 10m 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 Emporia, VA to Virginia Beach, VA covers 95.4 miles and takes about 2h 10m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are US 58, I 264, US 13. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 47.7 miles from Emporia, VA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $15.27 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 is a demanding drive. With 10 significant decision points across 95.4 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.
The main spots that need attention: at 1.8 miles (US 58): Lane positioning matters here; at 68.3 miles (US 13; US 460): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 69.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Between Emporia, VA and Virginia Beach, VA, road signs point toward Norfolk and Va Beach.
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