Origin
Hopewell, VA
Night in Hopewell on Sunday
Local time
10:11 PM
EDT
Current temp
65°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Hopewell, VA to Hampton, VA
Drive Time
1h 34m
Distance
77.9 mi
125 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$12
one way
EV Charging
Loading...
station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 27m
★
6 AM
1h 34m
8 AM
1h 49m
10 AM
1h 39m
12 PM
1h 38m
3 PM
1h 40m
5 PM
1h 48m
8 PM
1h 30m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Hopewell, VA
Marcella Soáres
Hampton, VA
Sarah O'Shea
Trip Overview
Traveling from Hopewell to Hampton is a straightforward 77.9-mile journey that typically takes about 1 hour and 34 minutes to complete. Because the trip is relatively short, it is perfectly suited for a single-day excursion, meaning you won't need to worry about booking overnight accommodations. Budgeting around $12 for fuel should cover your expenses for this direct transit between these two Southeast Virginia locations. The route relies heavily on major infrastructure, making it a reliable choice if you prioritize efficiency over scenic detours. Whether you are heading to the coast for business or a quick getaway, this drive offers a simple, low-stress connection across the region.
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
39 miles from Hopewell, VA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 48m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a highway-focused experience, as roughly 70% of this trip is spent on high-speed roads. You will spend the bulk of your time on I-64, which features a long, uninterrupted stretch of 54.3 miles that allows for steady, consistent cruising. Outside of the interstate segments, your path incorporates local connections like Roxbury Road and Emmaus Church Road to bridge the gap between your starting point and the highway. This transition from local surface streets to the interstate creates a functional rhythm, moving you quickly from the outskirts of Hopewell toward the Hampton area. It is a practical, utilitarian drive designed to get you to your destination with minimal fuss.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 15 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 54.3 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 64 and Roxbury Road. You will hit about 9 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 3.9 miles in near VA 106; VA 156 / Jordan Point Road.
Route Complexity
5/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 77.9 miles you will encounter 9 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 3.9 miles (VA 106; VA 156 / Jordan Point Road): Navigation decision point; at 22.5 miles (I 64; VA 33): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 76.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 9 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
4
3.9 mi into trip
|
~5m in
|
VA 106; VA 156 / Jordan Point Road
Turn left onto VA 106; VA 156 / Jordan Point Road
Navigation decision point
5
22.5 mi into trip
|
~30m in
|
I 64; VA 33
Merge onto I 64; VA 33
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the none lane.
8
76.7 mi into trip
|
~1h 31m in
Take the exit toward Armistead Avenue, Langley Air Force Base
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 265C
Toward Armistead Avenue, Langley Air Force Base
9
76.9 mi into trip
|
~1h 31m 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
4
77.5 mi into trip
|
~1h 33m in
|
VA 351 / West Pembroke Avenue
Turn left onto VA 351 / West Pembroke Avenue
Navigation decision point
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 64 | 54.3 mi | 1h |
| Roxbury Road | 13.3 mi | 17m |
| Emmaus Church Road | 3 mi | 4m |
| East Randolph Road | 2 mi | 3m |
| Jordan Point Road | 1.9 mi | 2m |
| James River Drive | 1.9 mi | 2m |
| North Armistead Avenue | 0.4 mi | 1m |
| West Pembroke Avenue | 0.3 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 64
— 54.3 mi, about 1h
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Hopewell, VA and Hampton, VA.
1
Start on VA 10
2.0 mi
·
3 min
·
East Randolph Road
2
Continue on VA 10; VA 156 BUS
1.9 mi
·
2 min
·
James River Drive
3
Turn left onto VA 106; VA 156
1.9 mi
·
2 min
·
Jordan Point Road
4
Continue on VA 106; VA 156
13 mi
·
17 min
·
Roxbury Road
5
Continue on VA 106
3.0 mi
·
4 min
·
Emmaus Church Road
6
Take the ramp
0.4 mi
·
49 sec
7
Merge onto I 64; VA 33
54 mi
·
1 hr
·
I 64; VA 33
Use the none lane.
8
Take the exit
0.1 mi
·
25 sec
Exit 265C
Toward Armistead Avenue, Langley Air Force Base
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Keep slight right at fork
199 ft
·
6 sec
Toward Armistead Avenue, Langley Air Force Base
Use the left / right lanes.
10
Turn straight onto Rip Rap Road
0.2 mi
·
21 sec
·
Rip Rap Road
11
Turn sharp left onto VA 134
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
North Armistead Avenue
12
Turn left onto VA 351
0.3 mi
·
39 sec
·
West Pembroke Avenue
13
Turn right onto North King Street
524 ft
·
19 sec
·
North King Street
14
Continue on North King Street
432 ft
·
18 sec
·
North King Street
15
Arrive at destination
North King Street
Trip Plan
Since this is a quick drive with no formal stops required, you have plenty of flexibility to plan your departure around local traffic patterns. Aim to leave during off-peak hours to ensure your 1 hour and 34-minute travel time stays consistent, especially when merging onto I-64. Because you won't need to refuel mid-trip, you can easily handle the drive in one go without needing extended breaks. Keep in mind that your fuel costs will hover around $12, so topping off your tank in Hopewell before you head out is a smart way to streamline your arrival. Use the lack of mandatory stops to your advantage by keeping your schedule open for whatever you have planned once you reach Hampton.
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 39 miles from Hopewell, VA, or about 48m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 54.3 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 77.9 miles or 1h 34m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 39 miles or 48m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 1h 19m
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 Hopewell, 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 Hopewell, VA
This is one driving day of about 77.9 miles and 1h 34m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Hopewell, 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 I 64 for about 54.3 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 39 mi from Hopewell, VA · 48m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
39 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 77.9 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 39 miles from Hopewell, VA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
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
$12.47 one way
$24.93 round trip
$4.07/gal
25.4 MPG avg
27 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.43 | $13.58 | $27.17 |
| premium | $4.78 | $14.65 | $29.31 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $17.31 | $34.61 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$12
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$37–$62
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 27.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $8 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 23.4 | 0 | $8.18 | $3.74 |
| Efficient EV | 19.5 | 0 | $6.82 | $3.12 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 31.2 | 0 | $10.91 | $4.99 |
Gas CO2
27 kg
EV CO2
9 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
Hampton, VA
Night in Hampton on Sunday
Local time
10:11 PM
EDT
Current temp
67°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Along the Route
86°F
Middletown, MD
39 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
1h 34m 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 Hopewell, VA to Hampton, VA covers 77.9 miles and takes about 1h 34m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 64, Roxbury Road, Emmaus Church Road. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 39 miles from Hopewell, VA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $12.47 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 drive requires moderate attention. Across 77.9 miles you will encounter 9 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
The main spots that need attention: at 3.9 miles (VA 106; VA 156 / Jordan Point Road): Navigation decision point; at 22.5 miles (I 64; VA 33): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 76.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
The route from Hopewell, VA to Hampton, VA does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
Was this route helpful?
Thanks for your feedback!
Your tip has been submitted. Thanks!
/500
Recent Tips
·
Explore More
Continue From Hampton, VA
More from Hopewell, VA
More trips to Hampton, VA
Explore more options from Hopewell, VA or browse trips ending in Hampton, VA.
Looking for more statewide routes? Browse VA road trips.
Explore maps for Hopewell, VA or Hampton, VA on MapSof.net.