Trip from Hampden Sydney, VA to Hampton, VA

Drive Time

3h 3m

Distance

143 mi

230 km

Drive Score

9/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$23

one way

EV Charging

station data

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 34 min

4 AM

2h 52m ★

6 AM

3h 4m

8 AM

3h 26m

10 AM

3h 12m

12 PM

3h 9m

3 PM

3h 13m

5 PM

3h 25m

8 PM

2h 57m

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

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Hampden Sydney, VA

Talha Resitoglu

Hampton, VA

Sarah O'Shea

Trip Overview

Traveling from Hampden Sydney to Hampton covers 143 miles and typically takes about 3 hours and 3 minutes. Because this is a relatively short distance, it is perfectly suited for a single-day trip, meaning you do not need to worry about booking an overnight stay. Expect to spend roughly $23 on fuel for the journey, making this an economical option for a quick getaway. Your path primarily utilizes a combination of I-64, Hull Street Road, and Patrick Henry Highway. Since both locations are situated within the Southeast region of Virginia, the drive maintains a consistent geographical feel throughout. Overall, this route offers a straightforward, manageable transit between the two points.

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

71.5 miles from Hampden Sydney, VA

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 39m into the drive .

Drive Character

Expect a mixed driving experience that transitions between local roads and major thoroughfares. Roughly 59% of your journey is spent on highways, providing a balance between slower-paced stretches and faster travel. You will face a longest uninterrupted stretch of 64.2 miles while navigating I-64, which is where you will make the most progress. As you move away from the starting point, the road personality shifts from the smaller lanes of Patrick Henry Highway and Hull Street Road to the more consistent flow of the interstate. This variety keeps the drive engaging without requiring constant navigation adjustments.

Expect a mix of faster highway mileage and slower local approaches near the beginning or end.

There are about 28 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 64.2 miles.

How Hard Is This Drive?

This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 59.3 miles in.

Route Complexity 10/10

High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day

This is a demanding drive. With 20 significant decision points across 143 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 59.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 75.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 76.1 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.

Critical Maneuvers

5 of 20 key points

These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.

59.3 mi into trip | ~1h 24m in

Take the exit toward VA 150 South

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here

Use the right lane. Toward VA 150 South

75.8 mi into trip | ~1h 44m in

Take the exit toward I 64, US 60: Norfolk, Richmond, Richmond International Airport

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 28 Toward I 64, US 60: Norfolk, Richmond, Richmond...

76.1 mi into trip | ~1h 45m in

Keep slight left at fork toward I 64, US 60 West: Norfolk, Richmond, Seven Pines

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

Use the none lane. Toward I 64, US 60 West: Norfolk, Richmond, Sev...

76.5 mi into trip | ~1h 46m in

Keep slight left at fork toward I 64: Richmond, Norfolk

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

Use the none lane. Toward I 64: Richmond, Norfolk

142 mi into trip | ~3h 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 Along This Route

Between Hampden Sydney, VA and Hampton, VA, road signs point toward Richmond, Richmond International Airport, Seven Pines and Norfolk.

Richmond

75.8 mi in | ~1h 44m

Richmond International Airport

75.8 mi in | ~1h 44m

Seven Pines

76.1 mi in | ~1h 45m

Norfolk

76.5 mi in | ~1h 46m

Main Roads

Road	Distance	Duration
I 64	64.2 mi	1h 11m
Hull Street Road	21.6 mi	32m
Patrick Henry Highway	17.2 mi	21m
Holly Farms Road	9.3 mi	12m
Pocahontas Parkway	8.1 mi	9m
US 460	6.9 mi	8m
Chippenham Parkway	5.3 mi	6m
Farmville Road	2.8 mi	4m

Longest stretch: I 64 — 64.2 mi, about 1h 11m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Hampden Sydney, VA and Hampton, VA.

Start on SR 692

1.1 mi · 2 min · College Road

At end of road, turn left onto VA 133

0.1 mi · 21 sec · Kingsville Road

Enter roundabout onto US 15

189 ft · 3 sec · Farmville Road

Continue on US 15

2.8 mi · 4 min · Farmville Road

Take the exit

0.3 mi · 35 sec

Merge onto US 460

6.9 mi · 8 min · US 460

Turn left onto VA 307

9.3 mi · 12 min · Holly Farms Road

Turn left onto US 360

17 mi · 21 min · Patrick Henry Highway

Continue on US 360

22 mi · 32 min · Hull Street Road

Use the straight lane.

Take the exit

0.2 mi · 20 sec

Toward VA 150 South Use the right lane.

Merge onto VA 150

5.3 mi · 6 min · Chippenham Parkway

Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.

Continue on VA 150

8.1 mi · 9 min · Pocahontas Parkway

Use the none lane.

Keep slight left at fork

0.4 mi · 55 sec

Toward I 295 North: Washington Use the slight left lane.

Continue on this road

0.4 mi · 45 sec · this road

Merge onto I 295

2.1 mi · 2 min · Korean War Veterans Memorial Highway

Take the exit

0.3 mi · 43 sec

Exit 28 Toward I 64, US 60: Norfolk, Richmond, Richmond International Airport Use the slight right lane.

Keep slight left at fork

0.4 mi · 47 sec

Toward I 64, US 60 West: Norfolk, Richmond, Seven Pines Use the none lane.

Keep slight left at fork

0.4 mi · 50 sec

Toward I 64: Richmond, Norfolk Use the none lane.

Keep slight right at fork

0.8 mi · 1 min

Toward I 64 East: Norfolk Use the slight right lane.

Merge onto I 64

64 mi · 1 hr 11 min · I 64

Use the none lane.

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

To make the most of your 3-hour trip, plan for at least one stop to stretch your legs and refresh during the transit. Leaving earlier in the day is always a smart move to avoid potential traffic fluctuations on the busier segments of the road. Since you are only budgeting $23 for fuel, you have the flexibility to manage your stops based on your own comfort rather than strict logistical constraints. Keep a close eye on your fuel gauge when transitioning from the local highways onto I-64 to ensure you have enough range for that 64.2-mile stretch. Ultimately, the moderate duration of this drive gives you plenty of freedom to pace your journey exactly how you prefer.

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 71.5 miles from Hampden Sydney, VA, or about 1h 39m into the drive.

The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 64.2 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 80 miles or 1h 51m in

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

Halfway reset

Around 71.5 miles or 1h 39m 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 32m

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 Hampden Sydney, 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 Hampden Sydney, VA

This is one driving day of about 143 miles and 3h 3m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Hampden Sydney, 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 64.2 miles.

Where to Stop

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

Halfway Point

Midpoint

About 71.5 mi from Hampden Sydney, VA · 1h 39m into the drive

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Middletown, MD

72 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 71.5 miles from Hampden Sydney, VA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Before the longest stretch

Fuel check

Top up before I 64 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 64.2 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

$22.89 one way

$45.77 round trip

$4.07/gal 25.4 MPG avg 50 kg CO₂

Fuel Type	$/gal	One Way	Round Trip
midgrade	$4.43	$24.93	$49.87
premium	$4.78	$26.90	$53.80
diesel	$5.64	$31.77	$63.54

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$23

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$48–$73

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

Estimated CO2 emission: 50 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.

Driving Electric?

About $15 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO₂

Vehicle Type	kWh	DC Fast	Home Charge
Average EV	42.9	$15.01	$6.86
Efficient EV	35.8	$12.51	$5.72
EV Truck/SUV	57.2	$20.02	$9.15

Gas CO2

50 kg

EV CO2

17 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 2 days ago

Origin

Hampden Sydney, VA

Night in Hampden Sydney on Sunday

Local time

10:10 PM

EDT

Current temp

92°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Hampton, VA

Night in Hampton on Sunday

Local time

10:10 PM

EDT

Current temp

67°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Along the Route

86°F

Middletown, MD

72 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

25 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 3m 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 Hampden Sydney, VA to Hampton, VA covers 143 miles and takes about 3h 3m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.

The main roads are I 64, Hull Street Road, Patrick Henry Highway. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.

This is a comfortable same-day trip.

The midpoint is about 71.5 miles from Hampden Sydney, VA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.

At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $22.89 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 Hampden Sydney, VA and Hampton, VA, road signs point toward Richmond, Richmond International Airport, Seven Pines and Norfolk.

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Trip from Hampden Sydney, VA to Hampton, VA

Best Time to Leave

Trip Overview

Drive Character

How Hard Is This Drive?

Critical Maneuvers

Towns Along This Route

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

Hampden Sydney, VA

Hampton, VA

Same local time

25 degrees cooler at arrival

3h 3m on the road

Frequently Asked Questions

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