Fishersville, VA to Chesapeake, VA is 197.5 miles and takes about 3 hours 50 minutes via I 64, with a fuel budget near $31 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This drive primarily follows major highways, making it a straightforward journey across Virginia. You'll travel from the Southeast region of the state to another part of the Southeast, staying within the same state the entire time. With just one recommended stop and a highway-focused profile, this route is ideal for those seeking an efficient trip from point A to point B without extensive detours.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
98.7 miles from Fishersville, VA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 1h 50m into the drive
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Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 3h 50m. Total distance: 197.5 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
3h 50m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (77%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Drive Character
Expect a highway-focused drive for this trip, with 77% of the journey utilizing major interstates like I 64 and the Hampton Roads Beltway. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is a significant 152.2 miles on I 64, meaning you can settle in for a substantial period without needing to navigate local roads. This profile suggests a largely consistent driving experience, characterized by faster speeds and predictable conditions for the majority of the 197.5 miles. While the Korean War Veterans Memorial Highway offers a brief change, the overarching feel is one of efficient transit.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 25 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 152.2 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 64 and Korean War Veterans Memorial Highway. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near US 250 / Jefferson Highway.
Driving Effort7/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 17 significant decision points across 197.5 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: near the start (US 250 / Jefferson Highway): Lane positioning matters here; at 0.2 miles (VA 285 / Tinkling Spring Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 87.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 17 key points
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
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0 mi into trip|~0m in|US 250 / Jefferson Highway
Turn left onto US 250 / Jefferson Highway
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / left lanes.
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0.2 mi into trip|~0m in|VA 285 / Tinkling Spring Road
Turn right onto VA 285 / Tinkling Spring Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
8
87.5 mi into trip|~1h 37m in
Take the exit toward I 295 North: Washington, Norfolk
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 177
Toward I 295 North: Washington, Norfolk
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111.6 mi into trip|~2h 4m in
Take the exit toward I 64 East: Norfolk, Virginia Beach
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 28A
Toward I 64 East: Norfolk, Virginia Beach
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190.1 mi into trip|~3h 36m in
Take the exit toward VA 194 South: Chesapeake Boulevard
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 278
Toward VA 194 South: Chesapeake Boulevard
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Fishersville, VA and Chesapeake, VA, road signs point toward Norfolk and Virginia Beach.
Norfolk
87.5 mi in|~1h 37m
Virginia Beach
111.6 mi in|~2h 4m
Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
I 64
152.2 mi
2h 48m
Korean War Veterans Memorial Highway
22.9 mi
25m
Hampton Roads Beltway
6.8 mi
8m
Hampton Roads Bridge-Tunnel
3.5 mi
4m
Chesapeake Boulevard
2.1 mi
3m
Tinkling Spring Road
1.7 mi
3m
Ballentine Boulevard
1.1 mi
1m
East Princess Anne Road
0.9 mi
1m
Longest stretch:
I 64
— 152.2 mi, about 2h 48m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Fishersville, VA and Chesapeake, VA.
1
Start on SR 608
29 ft·8 sec·Long Meadow Road
2
Turn left onto US 250
0.2 mi·19 sec·Jefferson Highway
Use the straight / left lanes.
3
Turn right onto VA 285
1.7 mi·3 min·Tinkling Spring Road
Use the right lane.
4
Turn left
0.3 mi·39 sec
5
Merge onto I 64
85 mi·1 hr 32 min·I 64
Use the straight lane.
6
Take the exit
1.2 mi·1 min
Exit 177Toward I 295 North: Washington, NorfolkUse the slight right lane.
7
Continue on I 295
23 mi·25 min·Korean War Veterans Memorial Highway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
Take the exit
1.3 mi·2 min
Exit 28AToward I 64 East: Norfolk, Virginia BeachUse the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Merge onto I 64
67 mi·1 hr 15 min·I 64
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10
Keep slight left at fork onto I 64; US 60
342 ft·5 sec·Hampton Roads Beltway
11
Continue on I 64; US 60
3.5 mi·4 min·Hampton Roads Bridge-Tunnel
12
Continue on I 64; US 60
6.7 mi·8 min·Hampton Roads Beltway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
13
Take the exit
0.2 mi·32 sec
Exit 278Toward VA 194 South: Chesapeake BoulevardUse the slight right lane.
14
Turn straight onto VA 194
2.1 mi·3 min·Chesapeake Boulevard
Use the left lane.
15
Turn straight
135 ft·7 sec
16
Turn left onto VA 247
1.1 mi·1 min·Ballentine Boulevard
17
Turn right onto VA 166
0.9 mi·1 min·East Princess Anne Road
18
Turn left onto VA 166
0.6 mi·1 min·Park Avenue
19
Turn left onto US 460; VA 166; VA 168
0.3 mi·57 sec·East Brambleton Avenue
Use the left / straight / right lanes.
20
Continue on US 460; VA 166; VA 168
0.7 mi·1 min·Campostella Road
21
Turn right onto US 460; VA 166
0.7 mi·1 min·Wilson Road
Use the right lane.
22
Continue on US 460; VA 166
0.3 mi·27 sec·22nd Street
23
Continue on US 460; VA 166
0.3 mi·29 sec·Poindexter Street
Use the straight lane.
24
Turn right onto D Street
412 ft·18 sec·D Street
25
Arrive at destination
D Street
Trip Plan
Given the relatively short duration of under 4 hours, this drive is easily completed in a single day, allowing for flexibility in your departure time. You might consider an early morning start to avoid any potential traffic congestion as you approach the Chesapeake area. With only one recommended stop and a long stretch of highway, plan your fuel and rest breaks accordingly, perhaps around the midway point or when you feel the need. Keep an eye out for transitions between the different highway segments, particularly as you merge onto the Hampton Roads Beltway, to ensure a smooth continuation of your journey.
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.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 98.7 miles from Fishersville, VA, or about 1h 50m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 152.2 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 43 miles or 49m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 98.7 miles or 1h 50m 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 2m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Chesapeake, VA than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Fishersville, 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 Fishersville, VA
This is one driving day of about 197.5 miles and 3h 50m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 43 miles from Fishersville, VA.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Plan about 1 real break rather than only quick fuel stops.
The longest stretch is on I 64 for about 152.2 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 98.7 mi from Fishersville, VA
· 1h 50m into the drive
The midpoint is around 101.5 miles from Fishersville, VA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Chesapeake, VA
The final approach into Chesapeake, 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 Chesapeake, VA.
After long uninterrupted mileage, take five minutes before the last urban segment to reset and refocus on exits, merges, and city traffic.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
National Parks Near This Route
Worth a detour if your schedule allows.
Colonial National Historical Park
National Historical Park
On May 13, 1607, Jamestown was established as the first permanent English settlement in North America. Three cultures came together – European, Virginia Indian and African–to create a new society that...
1 mi from route
~1 min detour
$15
near mile 156.6
Park Closure: Rehabilitation of Colonial Parkway Continues
Fort Monroe's story spans from prehistory to the 2000s. Kecoughtan Indians occupied Old Point Comfort before the arrival of English colonists. The first enslaved Africans arrived in 1619. Those escapi...
Two hundred ninety-two days, eight offensives, over 70,000 casualties, U. S. Colored Troops, and the decline of Gen. Lee's Army of Northern Virginia all describe the Siege of Petersburg. U.S. forces c...
27 mi from route
~67 min detour
Free
near mile 115.8
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$30.88 one way
$61.77 round trip
$3.97/gal25.4 MPG avg69 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.34
$33.77
$67.54
premium
$4.70
$36.55
$73.11
diesel
$5.61
$43.61
$87.21
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$31
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$56–$81
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 69.1 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $21 in charging
· 0 stops
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
59.3
0
$20.74
$9.48
Efficient EV
49.4
0
$17.28
$7.90
EV Truck/SUV
79
0
$27.65
$12.64
Gas CO2
69 kg
EV CO2
23 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.
Forecast as of Apr 16, 2026
Origin
Fishersville, VA
Evening
in Fishersville on Friday
Local time
7:57 PM
EDT
Current temp
76°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Chesapeake, VA
Evening
in Chesapeake on Friday
Local time
7:57 PM
EDT
Current temp
52°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
53°F
Ashland, VA
99 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
24 degrees cooler at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
3h 50m 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 Fishersville, VA to Chesapeake, VA covers 197.5 miles and takes about 3h 50m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 64, Korean War Veterans Memorial Highway, Hampton Roads Beltway. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 98.7 miles from Fishersville, VA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $30.88 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left. A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
Plan about 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, or rest. A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
This is a demanding drive. With 17 significant decision points across 197.5 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: near the start (US 250 / Jefferson Highway): Lane positioning matters here; at 0.2 miles (VA 285 / Tinkling Spring Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 87.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Between Fishersville, VA and Chesapeake, VA, road signs point toward Norfolk and Virginia Beach.
How this page is built
Compiled by the Trip.ovh 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.
