Origin
Gloucester Point, VA
Morning in Gloucester Point on Wednesday
Local time
6:25 AM
EDT
Current temp
51°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Gloucester Point, VA to East Hampton, VA
Data updated 0 seconds ago
Drive Time
36m
Distance
22.3 mi
36 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$3
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 33m
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6 AM
0h 36m
8 AM
0h 42m
10 AM
0h 38m
12 PM
0h 38m
3 PM
0h 39m
5 PM
0h 42m
8 PM
0h 34m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Gloucester Point, VA
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East Hampton, VA
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Trip Overview
The drive from Gloucester Point, VA to East Hampton, VA covers 22.3 miles and takes about 36m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on George Washington Memorial Highway, I 64, VA 134 for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is mixed drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 10.8 miles on George Washington Memorial Highway. At current regular gas prices, budget about $3.49 one way before food or hotel costs.
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
11.2 miles from Gloucester Point, VA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 18m into the drive .
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Drive Character
The drive from Gloucester Point, VA to East Hampton, VA covers 22.3 miles and takes about 36m, using a mix of highways and local roads.
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.
George Washington Memorial Highway is the longest continuous segment at about 10.8 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 0.1 miles in near SR 1206 / Lafayette Heights Drive.
Route Complexity
4/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
This is a straightforward 36m drive. You will face about 7 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (SR 1206 / Lafayette Heights Drive): Navigation decision point; at 12.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 17.7 miles (VA 134): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 7 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
4
0.1 mi into trip
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~0m in
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SR 1206 / Lafayette Heights Drive
Turn right onto SR 1206 / Lafayette Heights Drive
Navigation decision point
5
12.9 mi into trip
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~21m in
Take the exit toward US 64 East: Hampton, Norfolk
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward US 64 East: Hampton, Norfolk
8
17.7 mi into trip
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~27m in
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VA 134
Take the exit onto VA 134 toward US 258 South, US 258 North, VA 134 South: Mercury Boulevard, James River Bridge, Coliseum
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 263
Toward US 258 South, US 258 North, VA 134 South...
8
17.9 mi into trip
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~27m in
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VA 134
Keep slight right at fork onto VA 134 toward US 258 North, VA 134 South: Mercury Boulevard, Coliseum
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Toward US 258 North, VA 134 South: Mercury Boul...
4
22.1 mi into trip
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~35m in
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Southerland Drive
Turn right onto Southerland Drive
Navigation decision point
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Gloucester Point, VA and East Hampton, VA, road signs point toward Norfolk and Coliseum.
Norfolk
12.9 mi in
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~21m
Coliseum
17.7 mi in
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~27m
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via VA 134
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| George Washington Memorial Highway | 10.8 mi | 17m |
| I 64 | 4.5 mi | 5m |
| VA 134 | 4.4 mi | 8m |
| Coleman Bridge | 1.1 mi | 1m |
| J Clyde Morris Boulevard | 0.8 mi | 1m |
| Southerland Drive | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| Greate Road | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| Lafayette Heights Drive | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
George Washington Memorial Highway
— 10.8 mi, about 17m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Gloucester Point, VA and East Hampton, VA.
1
Start on SR 1208
483 ft
·
13 sec
·
Greate Road
2
Turn right onto SR 1206
369 ft
·
14 sec
·
Lafayette Heights Drive
3
Turn left onto US 17
0.2 mi
·
19 sec
·
George Washington Memorial Highway
4
Continue on US 17
1.1 mi
·
1 min
·
Coleman Bridge
5
Continue on US 17
11 mi
·
17 min
·
George Washington Memorial Highway
6
Continue on US 17
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
J Clyde Morris Boulevard
7
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
44 sec
Toward US 64 East: Hampton, Norfolk
8
Merge onto I 64
4.5 mi
·
5 min
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I 64
9
Take the exit onto VA 134
0.2 mi
·
28 sec
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VA 134
Exit 263
Toward US 258 South, US 258 North, VA 134 South: Mercury Boulevard, James River Bridge, Coliseum
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10
Keep slight right at fork onto VA 134
4.2 mi
·
7 min
·
VA 134
Toward US 258 North, VA 134 South: Mercury Boulevard, Coliseum
Use the slight right lane.
11
Turn right onto Southerland Drive
0.2 mi
·
46 sec
·
Southerland Drive
12
Arrive at destination
Southerland Drive
Trip Plan
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 11.2 miles from Gloucester Point, VA, or about 18m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 10.8 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 22.3 miles or 36m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 11.2 miles or 18m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 29m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near East Hampton, VA than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Gloucester Point, 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 Gloucester Point, VA
This is one driving day of about 22.3 miles and 36m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Gloucester Point, 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 George Washington Memorial Highway for about 10.8 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 11.2 mi from Gloucester Point, VA · 18m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
11 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 22.3 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 11.2 miles from Gloucester Point, VA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in East Hampton, VA
The final approach into East 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 East 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
$3.49 one way
$6.97 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
8 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.34 | $3.81 | $7.63 |
| premium | $4.70 | $4.13 | $8.25 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $4.92 | $9.85 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$3
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$28–$53
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 7.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $2 in charging · 0 stops · 63% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 6.7 | 0 | $2.34 | $1.07 |
| Efficient EV | 5.6 | 0 | $1.95 | $0.89 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 8.9 | 0 | $3.12 | $1.43 |
Gas CO2
8 kg
EV CO2
3 kg (63% 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
East Hampton, VA
Morning in East Hampton on Wednesday
Local time
6:25 AM
EDT
Current temp
53°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
86°F
Middletown, MD
11 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
2 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
36m 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 Gloucester Point, VA to East Hampton, VA covers 22.3 miles and takes about 36m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are George Washington Memorial Highway, I 64, VA 134. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 11.2 miles from Gloucester Point, VA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $3.49 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 straightforward 36m drive. You will face about 7 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (SR 1206 / Lafayette Heights Drive): Navigation decision point; at 12.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 17.7 miles (VA 134): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Between Gloucester Point, VA and East Hampton, VA, road signs point toward Norfolk and Coliseum.
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