Origin
Hampton, VA
Morning in Hampton on Friday
Local time
7:18 AM
EDT
Current temp
69°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Hampton, VA to Appomattox, VA
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 17, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
3h 27m
Distance
166.6 mi
268 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$26
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
3h 16m
★
6 AM
3h 28m
8 AM
3h 52m
10 AM
3h 36m
12 PM
3h 34m
3 PM
3h 38m
5 PM
3h 51m
8 PM
3h 20m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Hampton, VA
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Appomattox, VA
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Trip Overview
The drive from Hampton, VA to Appomattox, VA covers 166.6 miles and takes about 3h 27m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on West Pembroke Avenue, North Armistead Avenue, I 64 West for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. At current regular gas prices, budget about $26.05 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
1 planned break
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
83.3 miles from Hampton, VA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 43m into the drive .
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 3h 27m. Total distance: 166.6 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
3h 27m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (0%). Straightforward navigation.
Scenic Drive
Turn-heavy local drive route profile.
Drive Character
Expect a 3h 27m drive with frequent turns across 166.6 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 26 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
West Pembroke Avenue is one of the defining roads on this drive.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive.
Driving Effort
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Hampton, VA to Appomattox, VA is easy. At 3h 27m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Hampton, VA to Appomattox, VA is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| West Pembroke Avenue | — | — |
| North Armistead Avenue | — | — |
| I 64 West | — | — |
| Hampton Roads Beltway | — | — |
| I 295 | — | — |
| I 295 South | — | — |
| US 60 | — | — |
| US 60 East | — | — |
Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.
Longest stretch:
West Pembroke Avenue
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Hampton, VA and Appomattox, VA.
1
Start on North King Street
125 ft
·
6 sec
·
North King Street
2
Turn left onto West Pembroke Avenue
0.3 mi
·
42 sec
·
West Pembroke Avenue
3
Turn right onto North Armistead Avenue
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
North Armistead Avenue
4
Take the ramp slight left toward I 64 West
0.3 mi
·
45 sec
·
I 64 West
5
Merge slight left onto Hampton Roads Beltway
2.5 mi
·
3 min
·
Hampton Roads Beltway
6
Keep slight left
61 mi
·
1 hr 7 min
7
Take the exit slight right toward I 295, US 60: Washington, Rocky Mount NC
0.5 mi
·
32 sec
·
I 295, US 60: Washington, Rocky Mount NC
8
Keep slight left to continue on I 295 South, US 60: Rocky Mount NC
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
I 295 South, US 60: Rocky Mount NC
9
Keep slight right to continue on I 295 South: Rocky Mount NC
0.4 mi
·
47 sec
·
I 295 South: Rocky Mount NC
10
Keep slight left to continue on US 60: Seven Pines, Bottoms Bridge
0.5 mi
·
59 sec
·
US 60: Seven Pines, Bottoms Bridge
11
Keep slight left to continue on US 60 East, I 295 South: Bottoms Bridge
0.4 mi
·
46 sec
·
US 60 East, I 295 South: Bottoms Bridge
12
Keep slight left to continue on I 295 South
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
I 295 South
13
Merge slight left onto Korean War Veterans Memorial Highway
2.1 mi
·
2 min
·
Korean War Veterans Memorial Highway
14
Take the exit slight right toward VA 895 Toll West: Richmond, Richmond International Airport
0.5 mi
·
53 sec
·
VA 895 Toll West: Richmond, Richmond International Airport
15
Continue on Pocahontas Parkway
7.9 mi
·
9 min
·
Pocahontas Parkway
16
Continue on Chippenham Parkway
5.5 mi
·
5 min
·
Chippenham Parkway
17
Take the exit slight right toward US 360 West: Hull Street Road, Amelia
0.1 mi
·
17 sec
·
US 360 West: Hull Street Road, Amelia
18
Continue on Hull Street Road
22 mi
·
32 min
·
Hull Street Road
19
Continue on Patrick Henry Highway
17 mi
·
21 min
·
Patrick Henry Highway
20
Take the exit slight right
0.2 mi
·
26 sec
21
Merge slight left onto Holly Farms Road
9.2 mi
·
12 min
·
Holly Farms Road
22
Take the exit straight
456 ft
·
12 sec
23
Merge slight right
4.0 mi
·
5 min
24
Keep slight left
29 mi
·
34 min
25
Keep slight left to continue on US 460 Business: Appomattox
1.3 mi
·
1 min
·
US 460 Business: Appomattox
26
Arrive at your destination
Trip Plan
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 83.3 miles from Hampton, VA, or about 1h 43m into the drive.
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 37 miles or 46m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 83.3 miles or 1h 43m 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 50m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Appomattox, VA than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Hampton, 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 Hampton, VA
This is one driving day of about 166.6 miles and 3h 27m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 37 miles from Hampton, 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.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 83.3 mi from Hampton, VA · 1h 43m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
83 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 37 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 83.3 miles from Hampton, VA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Appomattox, VA
The final approach into Appomattox, 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 Appomattox, 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
$26.05 one way
$52.11 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
58 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.34 | $28.49 | $56.97 |
| premium | $4.70 | $30.83 | $61.67 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $36.78 | $73.57 |
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: 58.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $17 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 50 | 0 | $17.49 | $8.00 |
| Efficient EV | 41.7 | 0 | $14.58 | $6.66 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 66.6 | 0 | $23.32 | $10.66 |
Gas CO2
58 kg
EV CO2
19 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
Appomattox, VA
Morning in Appomattox on Friday
Local time
7:18 AM
EDT
Current temp
80°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
11 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 27m 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 Hampton, VA to Appomattox, VA covers 166.6 miles and takes about 3h 27m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are West Pembroke Avenue, North Armistead Avenue, I 64 West. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 83.3 miles from Hampton, VA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $26.05 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.
The drive from Hampton, VA to Appomattox, VA is easy. At 3h 27m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Hampton, VA to Appomattox, VA is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Hampton, VA to Appomattox, VA does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
How this page is built
Compiled and maintained by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy (Helsinki). Each route is built from authoritative open government and mapping datasets rather than crowdsourced reviews. Distances and geometry come from OSRM over OpenStreetMap. Fuel cost uses EIA weekly regional averages. Pages are published only after passing our data-quality checks; our methodology page documents refresh cadence, editorial standards, and known limitations.
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