Trip from Fort Hunt, VA to Hampton, VA

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Drive Time

3h 22m

Distance

169.4 mi

273 km

Drive Score

8/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$26

one way

EV Charging

station data

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 37 min

4 AM

3h 10m ★

6 AM

3h 23m

8 AM

3h 47m

10 AM

3h 31m

12 PM

3h 29m

3 PM

3h 32m

5 PM

3h 46m

8 PM

3h 15m

Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.

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census designated place in Fairfax County, Virginia, United States

Fort Hunt, VA

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independent city in Virginia, United States

Hampton, VA

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Trip Overview

This 169.4-mile drive from Fort Hunt, VA, to Hampton, VA, is a straightforward journey that can easily be completed in a single day, taking approximately 3 hours and 22 minutes. Primarily utilizing I-95 and I-64, with a segment on the Korean War Veterans Memorial Highway, this route is heavily focused on highway travel. With an estimated fuel cost of $26, it's an economical option for a quick trip. Given its manageable distance and duration, this route is ideal for a day trip, allowing for flexibility in your schedule. You'll be traveling within the Southeast region for the entire duration of your journey.

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

84.7 miles from Fort Hunt, VA

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 45m into the drive .

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Drive Character

Expect a highway-focused drive for 82% of this 169.4-mile trip. The majority of your time will be spent on major interstates, including a significant uninterrupted stretch of 75.4 miles on I-95. While primarily interstate, the inclusion of the Korean War Veterans Memorial Highway adds a slightly different character to portions of the route. Overall, the driving experience is characterized by consistent speeds and efficient travel, making it a practical choice for covering distance quickly within Virginia.

Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.

There are about 21 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.

I 95 is the longest continuous segment at about 75.4 miles.

How Hard Is This Drive?

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 95 and I 64. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive.

Route Complexity 8/10

Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers

This is a demanding drive. With 17 significant decision points across 169.4 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: near the start: Complex interchange - multiple decisions in a short stretch; at 87.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 102.7 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.

0 mi into trip | ~0m in

At end of road, turn left

Complex interchange - multiple decisions in a short stretch

87.8 mi into trip | ~1h 48m in

Take the exit toward I 295 South: Williamsburg, Norfolk, Va Beach

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Use the slight left / straight lanes. Exit 84A Toward I 295 South: Williamsburg, Norfolk, Va B...

102.7 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

168.2 mi into trip | ~3h 19m in

Take the exit toward Armistead Avenue, Langley Air Force Base

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 265C Toward Armistead Avenue, Langley Air Force Base

168.3 mi into trip | ~3h 19m in

Keep slight right at fork toward Armistead Avenue, Langley Air Force Base

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Use the left / right lanes. Toward Armistead Avenue, Langley Air Force Base

Towns Mentioned on Route Signs

Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.

Between Fort Hunt, VA and Hampton, VA, road signs point toward Norfolk, Va Beach and Virginia Beach.

Norfolk

87.8 mi in | ~1h 48m

Va Beach

87.8 mi in | ~1h 48m

Virginia Beach

102.7 mi in | ~2h 4m

Main Roads

Road	Distance	Duration
I 95	75.4 mi	1h 24m
I 64	64.2 mi	1h 11m
Korean War Veterans Memorial Highway	13 mi	14m
Richmond Highway	9.7 mi	16m
Collingwood Road	0.9 mi	2m
Sherwood Hall Lane	0.5 mi	1m
Parkers Lane	0.5 mi	1m
North Armistead Avenue	0.4 mi	1m

Longest stretch: I 95 — 75.4 mi, about 1h 24m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Fort Hunt, VA and Hampton, VA.

Start on this road

220 ft · 21 sec · this road

At end of road, turn left

250 ft · 24 sec

Turn left onto SR 628

0.9 mi · 2 min · Collingwood Road

Continue on SR 628

0.5 mi · 1 min · Parkers Lane

Turn left onto SR 626

0.5 mi · 1 min · Sherwood Hall Lane

Turn left onto US 1

9.7 mi · 16 min · Richmond Highway

Use the left / straight lanes.

Take the exit

0.8 mi · 1 min

Toward I 95 South: Richmond

Merge onto I 95

27 mi · 31 min · I 95

Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Keep slight left at fork onto I 95

49 mi · 53 min · I 95

Use the straight lane.

Take the exit

1.9 mi · 2 min

Exit 84A Toward I 295 South: Williamsburg, Norfolk, Va Beach Use the slight left / straight lanes.

Merge onto I 295

13 mi · 14 min · Korean War Veterans Memorial Highway

Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Take the exit

1.3 mi · 2 min

Exit 28A Toward I 64 East: Norfolk, Virginia Beach Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Merge onto I 64

64 mi · 1 hr 11 min · I 64

Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Take the exit

0.1 mi · 25 sec

Exit 265C Toward Armistead Avenue, Langley Air Force Base Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Keep slight right at fork

199 ft · 6 sec

Toward Armistead Avenue, Langley Air Force Base Use the left / right lanes.

Turn straight onto Rip Rap Road

0.2 mi · 21 sec · Rip Rap Road

Turn sharp left onto VA 134

0.4 mi · 1 min · North Armistead Avenue

Turn left onto VA 351

0.3 mi · 39 sec · West Pembroke Avenue

Turn right onto North King Street

524 ft · 19 sec · North King Street

Continue on North King Street

432 ft · 18 sec · North King Street

Arrive at destination

North King Street

Trip Plan

For this relatively short 3-hour and 22-minute drive, starting early can help you avoid potential traffic, especially as you approach the Hampton area. With only one recommended stop and a fuel cost of around $26, you have considerable flexibility. Plan your longest stretch on I-95 to be a good time for a quick break before the final leg. Since it's a single-day trip, you can afford to be spontaneous with your timing. Keep an eye on the road signs for transitions between I-95 and I-64 to ensure you stay on the most direct path to Hampton.

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 84.7 miles from Fort Hunt, VA, or about 1h 45m into the drive.

The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 75.4 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 40m in

Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.

Halfway reset

Around 84.7 miles or 1h 45m in

This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.

Final approach

Final hour starts around 2h 46m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Hampton, VA than in the middle of the route.

Before You Leave

Open the route before leaving Fort Hunt, 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 Fort Hunt, VA

This is one driving day of about 169.4 miles and 3h 22m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Fort Hunt, 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 95 for about 75.4 miles.

Where to Stop

Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.

Halfway Point

Midpoint

About 84.7 mi from Fort Hunt, VA · 1h 45m into the drive

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Middletown, MD

85 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

Middletown, MD

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Middletown, MD

Meal break

The midpoint is around 84.7 miles from Fort Hunt, VA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Before the longest stretch

Fuel check

Top up before I 95 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 75.4 miles.

Arriving in Hampton, VA

The final approach into Hampton, 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 Hampton, 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

$26.49 one way

$52.98 round trip

$3.97/gal 25.4 MPG avg 59 kg CO₂

Fuel Type	$/gal	One Way	Round Trip
midgrade	$4.34	$28.96	$57.93
premium	$4.70	$31.35	$62.70
diesel	$5.61	$37.40	$74.80

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$26

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$51–$76

Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.

Estimated CO2 emission: 59.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $18 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO₂

Vehicle Type	kWh	DC Fast	Home Charge
Average EV	50.8	$17.79	$8.13
Efficient EV	42.4	$14.82	$6.78
EV Truck/SUV	67.8	$23.72	$10.84

Gas CO2

59 kg

EV CO2

20 kg (66% 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 data refreshed 1 hour ago

Origin

Fort Hunt, VA

Night in Fort Hunt on Tuesday

Local time

9:24 PM

EDT

Current temp

41°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Hampton, VA

Night in Hampton on Tuesday

Local time

9:24 PM

EDT

Current temp

53°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

86°F

Middletown, MD

85 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

12 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

3h 22m 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 Fort Hunt, VA to Hampton, VA covers 169.4 miles and takes about 3h 22m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.

The main roads are I 95, I 64, Korean War Veterans Memorial Highway. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.

This is a comfortable same-day trip.

The midpoint is about 84.7 miles from Fort Hunt, VA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.

At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $26.49 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.

Between Fort Hunt, VA and Hampton, VA, road signs point toward Norfolk, Va Beach and Virginia Beach.

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Trip from Fort Hunt, VA to Hampton, VA

Best Time to Leave

Trip Overview

Drive Character

How Hard Is This Drive?

Critical Maneuvers

Towns Mentioned on Route Signs

Main Roads

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Trip Plan

Before You Leave

Where to Stop

Pacing Suggestions

Arriving in Hampton, VA

Fuel & Cost

Travel Intel

Fort Hunt, VA

Hampton, VA

Same local time

12 degrees warmer at arrival

3h 22m on the road

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