Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 17, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 21m
Distance
70.3 mi
113 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$11
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
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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Highland Springs, VA
Michał Robak
The drive from Hampton, VA to Highland Springs, VA covers 70.3 miles and takes about 1h 21m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on I 64, Hampton Roads Beltway, North Armistead Avenue 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 $10.99 one way before food or hotel costs.
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 21m. Total distance: 70.3 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 21m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (92%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
This is a 1h 21m highway drive covering 70.3 miles, with most of the trip on I 64 and Hampton Roads Beltway. The longest continuous stretch is about 64.7 miles on I 64.
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 64 and Hampton Roads Beltway. You will hit about 8 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 1.2 miles in.
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 70.3 miles you will encounter 8 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
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.
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
Take the ramp toward I 64 West
Lane positioning matters here
Merge onto I 64 / Hampton Roads Beltway
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Keep slight left at fork onto I 64
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
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
Turn right onto VA 156 / South Airport Drive
Lane positioning matters here
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 64 | 64.7 mi | 1h 11m |
| Hampton Roads Beltway | 2.5 mi | 3m |
| North Armistead Avenue | 0.9 mi | 1m |
| East Nine Mile Road | 0.8 mi | 1m |
| South Airport Drive | 0.6 mi | 1m |
| West Pembroke Avenue | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| North King Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| South Holly Avenue | <0.1 mi | — |
Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.
Step-by-step road directions between Hampton, VA and Highland Springs, VA.
Start on North King Street
Turn left onto VA 351
Turn right onto VA 134
Take the ramp
Merge onto I 64
Keep slight left at fork onto I 64
Take the exit
Turn right onto VA 156
Turn left onto VA 33
Turn left onto South Holly Avenue
Arrive at destination
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 35.1 mi from Hampton, VA · 41m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
35 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.
A short stop after about 15 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 35.1 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.
The final approach into Highland Springs, 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.
Regular Gas
$10.99 one way
$21.99 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.34 | $12.02 | $24.04 |
| premium | $4.70 | $13.01 | $26.02 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $15.52 | $31.04 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$11
Estimated CO2 emission: 24.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $7 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 21.1 | 0 | $7.38 | $3.37 |
| Efficient EV | 17.6 | 0 | $6.15 | $2.81 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 28.1 | 0 | $9.84 | $4.50 |
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.
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Origin
Afternoon in Hampton on Friday
Local time
3:36 PM
EDT
Current temp
83°F
Slight Chance Rain Showers then Mostly Sunny
Destination
Afternoon in Highland Springs on Friday
Local time
3:36 PM
EDT
Current temp
72°F
Unavailable
71°F
Williamsburg, VA
35 mi in
Time zone
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
The weather snapshot is not static. If you are leaving later, give both cities one more quick forecast check before departure.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
Compiled by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, EIA for fuel prices, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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