Origin
Hampton, VA
Evening in Hampton on Thursday
Local time
5:04 PM
EDT
Current temp
69°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Hampton, VA to Fort Lee, VA
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
1h 24m
Distance
71.9 mi
116 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$11
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 18m
★
6 AM
1h 24m
8 AM
1h 37m
10 AM
1h 29m
12 PM
1h 28m
3 PM
1h 29m
5 PM
1h 37m
8 PM
1h 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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Fort Lee, VA
Phil Evenden
Trip Overview
The drive from Hampton, VA to Fort Lee, VA covers 71.9 miles and takes about 1h 24m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on I 64, South Airport Drive, Hampton Roads Beltway for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 64.7 miles on I 64. At current regular gas prices, budget about $11.24 one way before food or hotel costs.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 24m. Total distance: 71.9 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 24m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (90%). Straightforward navigation.
Drive Character
This is a 1h 24m highway drive covering 71.9 miles, with most of the trip on I 64 and South Airport Drive. The longest continuous stretch is about 64.7 miles on I 64.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 10 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 64.7 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 64 and South Airport Drive. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 1.2 miles in.
Driving Effort
3/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 1h 24m 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 1.2 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 1.5 miles (I 64 / Hampton Roads Beltway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 3.9 miles (I 64): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 7 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
1.2 mi into trip
|
~2m in
Take the ramp toward I 64 West
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
Toward I 64 West
5
1.5 mi into trip
|
~3m in
|
I 64 / Hampton Roads Beltway
Merge onto I 64 / Hampton Roads Beltway
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
3.9 mi into trip
|
~6m in
|
I 64
Keep slight left at fork onto I 64
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
68.6 mi into trip
|
~1h 18m in
Take the exit toward VA 156 North: Sandston, Highland Springs
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the right lane.
Exit 197
Toward VA 156 North: Sandston, Highland Springs
4
69 mi into trip
|
~1h 19m in
|
VA 156 / South Airport Drive
Turn left onto VA 156 / South Airport Drive
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 64 | 64.7 mi | 1h 11m |
| South Airport Drive | 2.6 mi | 4m |
| Hampton Roads Beltway | 2.5 mi | 3m |
| North Armistead Avenue | 0.9 mi | 1m |
| Charles City Road | 0.4 mi | <1m |
| West Pembroke Avenue | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| North King Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 64
— 64.7 mi, about 1h 11m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Hampton, VA and Fort Lee, VA.
1
Start on North King Street
126 ft
·
5 sec
·
North King Street
2
Turn left onto VA 351
0.3 mi
·
42 sec
·
West Pembroke Avenue
3
Turn right onto VA 134
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
North Armistead Avenue
4
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
44 sec
Toward I 64 West
Use the left lane.
5
Merge onto I 64
2.5 mi
·
3 min
·
Hampton Roads Beltway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
Keep slight left at fork onto I 64
65 mi
·
1 hr 11 min
·
I 64
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
45 sec
Exit 197
Toward VA 156 North: Sandston, Highland Springs
Use the right lane.
8
Turn left onto VA 156
2.6 mi
·
4 min
·
South Airport Drive
Use the left lane.
9
Turn left onto Charles City Road
0.4 mi
·
38 sec
·
Charles City Road
10
Arrive at destination
Charles City Road
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 36 mi from Hampton, VA · 42m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
36 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 16 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 36 miles from Hampton, VA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before I 64 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 64.7 miles.
Arriving in Fort Lee, VA
The final approach into Fort Lee, VA usually feels slower than the middle of the drive, so avoid planning your tightest schedule at the very end.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$11.24 one way
$22.49 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
25 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.34 | $12.29 | $24.59 |
| premium | $4.70 | $13.31 | $26.61 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $15.87 | $31.75 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$11
Estimated CO2 emission: 25.2 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $8 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 21.6 | 0 | $7.55 | $3.45 |
| Efficient EV | 18 | 0 | $6.29 | $2.88 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 28.8 | 0 | $10.07 | $4.60 |
Gas CO2
25 kg
EV CO2
8 kg (68% 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
Fort Lee, VA
Evening in Fort Lee on Thursday
Local time
5:04 PM
EDT
Current temp
53°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
71°F
Williamsburg, VA
36 mi in
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
16 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
1h 24m 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 Fort Lee, VA covers 71.9 miles and takes about 1h 24m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 64, South Airport Drive, 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 36 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 $11.24 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 1h 24m 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 1.2 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 1.5 miles (I 64 / Hampton Roads Beltway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 3.9 miles (I 64): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
The route from Hampton, VA to Fort Lee, VA does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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