Origin
Kings Park West, VA
Night in Kings Park West on Friday
Local time
11:55 PM
EDT
Current temp
77°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Kings Park West, VA to Chesapeake, VA
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 18, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
3h 47m
Distance
187.5 mi
302 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$29
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
3h 35m
★
6 AM
3h 48m
8 AM
4h 13m
10 AM
3h 57m
12 PM
3h 54m
3 PM
3h 58m
5 PM
4h 12m
8 PM
3h 40m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Kings Park West, VA
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Chesapeake, VA
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Trip Overview
Kings Park West, VA to Chesapeake, VA is 187.5 miles and takes about 3h 47m via I 95, with a fuel budget near $29 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This is a straightforward, single-day trip primarily traversing Virginia's Southeast region. You'll mostly be on major highways, making it a convenient option if you need to get from point A to point B efficiently. The drive is under four hours, so it's well within reach for a same-day journey without feeling rushed. Factor in a single recommended stop to break up the drive.
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
93.7 miles from Kings Park West, VA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 53m into the drive .
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 3h 47m. Total distance: 187.5 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
3h 47m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (77%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Drive Character
This route is largely a highway-focused drive, with 77% of the journey on major interstates. Expect long stretches of consistent speed, including a significant segment of 74.6 miles on I 95. The Korean War Veterans Memorial Highway is also part of your path, indicating continued interstate travel. While not overly technical, the extensive highway share means you'll experience a steady pace for the majority of the trip. This profile suggests a drive where the focus is on covering distance rather than exploring winding backroads.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 31 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
I 95 is the longest continuous segment at about 74.6 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 95 and I 64. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 5.1 miles in near SR 643 / Lee Chapel Road.
Driving Effort
9/10
High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 22 significant decision points across 187.5 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 5.1 miles (SR 643 / Lee Chapel Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 38.2 miles (I 95): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 86.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 22 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
5.1 mi into trip
|
~10m in
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SR 643 / Lee Chapel Road
Turn right onto SR 643 / Lee Chapel Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
6
38.2 mi into trip
|
~52m in
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I 95
Keep slight left at fork onto I 95
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
8
86.8 mi into trip
|
~1h 45m in
Take the exit toward I 295 South: Williamsburg, Norfolk, Va Beach
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight left / straight lanes.
Exit 84A
Toward I 295 South: Williamsburg, Norfolk, Va B...
8
101.7 mi into trip
|
~2h 1m in
Take the exit toward I 64 East: Norfolk, Virginia Beach
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 28A
Toward I 64 East: Norfolk, Virginia Beach
7
180.1 mi into trip
|
~3h 33m in
Take the exit toward VA 194 South: Chesapeake Boulevard
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 278
Toward VA 194 South: Chesapeake Boulevard
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Kings Park West, VA and Chesapeake, VA, road signs point toward Norfolk, Va Beach and Virginia Beach.
Norfolk
86.8 mi in
|
~1h 45m
Va Beach
86.8 mi in
|
~1h 45m
Virginia Beach
101.7 mi in
|
~2h 1m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 95 | 74.6 mi | 1h 23m |
| I 64 | 66.8 mi | 1h 15m |
| Korean War Veterans Memorial Highway | 13 mi | 14m |
| Hampton Roads Beltway | 6.8 mi | 8m |
| Ox Road | 4.9 mi | 7m |
| Hampton Roads Bridge-Tunnel | 3.5 mi | 4m |
| Fairfax County Parkway | 2.3 mi | 3m |
| Chesapeake Boulevard | 2.1 mi | 3m |
Longest stretch:
I 95
— 74.6 mi, about 1h 23m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Kings Park West, VA and Chesapeake, VA.
1
Start on this road
469 ft
·
35 sec
·
this road
2
At end of road, turn right onto SR 4801
0.3 mi
·
56 sec
·
Commonwealth Boulevard
3
Turn left onto Roberts Road
1.0 mi
·
2 min
·
Roberts Road
4
Continue on SR 6197
1.5 mi
·
3 min
·
Roberts Parkway
Use the straight / right lanes.
5
Turn left onto VA 286
2.3 mi
·
3 min
·
Fairfax County Parkway
Use the left lane.
6
Turn right onto SR 643
1.1 mi
·
1 min
·
Lee Chapel Road
Use the right lane.
7
Turn left onto VA 123
4.9 mi
·
7 min
·
Ox Road
Use the left lane.
8
Continue on VA 123
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
Gordon Boulevard
9
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
33 sec
Toward I 95 South: Fredericksburg
10
Merge onto I 95
26 mi
·
30 min
·
I 95
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
11
Keep slight left at fork onto I 95
49 mi
·
53 min
·
I 95
Use the straight lane.
12
Take the exit
1.9 mi
·
2 min
Exit 84A
Toward I 295 South: Williamsburg, Norfolk, Va Beach
Use the slight left / straight lanes.
13
Merge onto I 295
13 mi
·
14 min
·
Korean War Veterans Memorial Highway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
14
Take the exit
1.3 mi
·
2 min
Exit 28A
Toward I 64 East: Norfolk, Virginia Beach
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
15
Merge onto I 64
67 mi
·
1 hr 15 min
·
I 64
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
16
Keep slight left at fork onto I 64; US 60
342 ft
·
5 sec
·
Hampton Roads Beltway
17
Continue on I 64; US 60
3.5 mi
·
4 min
·
Hampton Roads Bridge-Tunnel
18
Continue on I 64; US 60
6.7 mi
·
8 min
·
Hampton Roads Beltway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
19
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
32 sec
Exit 278
Toward VA 194 South: Chesapeake Boulevard
Use the slight right lane.
20
Turn straight onto VA 194
2.1 mi
·
3 min
·
Chesapeake Boulevard
Use the left lane.
21
Turn straight
135 ft
·
7 sec
22
Turn left onto VA 247
1.1 mi
·
1 min
·
Ballentine Boulevard
23
Turn right onto VA 166
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
East Princess Anne Road
24
Turn left onto VA 166
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Park Avenue
25
Turn left onto US 460; VA 166; VA 168
0.3 mi
·
57 sec
·
East Brambleton Avenue
Use the left / straight / right lanes.
26
Continue on US 460; VA 166; VA 168
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Campostella Road
27
Turn right onto US 460; VA 166
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Wilson Road
Use the right lane.
28
Continue on US 460; VA 166
0.3 mi
·
27 sec
·
22nd Street
29
Continue on US 460; VA 166
0.3 mi
·
29 sec
·
Poindexter Street
Use the straight lane.
30
Turn right onto D Street
412 ft
·
18 sec
·
D Street
31
Arrive at destination
D Street
Trip Plan
Given the 3h 47m duration, starting your drive in the morning from Kings Park West allows ample time to reach Chesapeake before evening. The recommended single stop is a good opportunity to stretch your legs and refuel, especially with the longest stretch being over 74 miles. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge as you approach the halfway point, as services can sometimes be spread out on interstate corridors. The $29 fuel cost estimate is helpful for budgeting, so plan accordingly before you depart.
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 93.7 miles from Kings Park West, VA, or about 1h 53m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 74.6 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 41 miles or 55m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 93.7 miles or 1h 53m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 3h 1m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Chesapeake, VA than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Kings Park West, 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 Kings Park West, VA
This is one driving day of about 187.5 miles and 3h 47m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 41 miles from Kings Park West, 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 95 for about 74.6 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 93.7 mi from Kings Park West, VA · 1h 53m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
94 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 41 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 93.7 miles from Kings Park West, VA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before I 95 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 74.6 miles.
Arriving in Chesapeake, VA
The final approach into Chesapeake, 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 Chesapeake, 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
$29.32 one way
$58.64 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
66 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.34 | $32.06 | $64.12 |
| premium | $4.70 | $34.70 | $69.40 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $41.40 | $82.80 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$29
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$54–$79
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 65.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $20 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 56.3 | 0 | $19.69 | $9.00 |
| Efficient EV | 46.9 | 0 | $16.41 | $7.50 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 75 | 0 | $26.25 | $12.00 |
Gas CO2
66 kg
EV CO2
22 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
Chesapeake, VA
Night in Chesapeake on Friday
Local time
11:55 PM
EDT
Current temp
52°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
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 47m 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 Kings Park West, VA to Chesapeake, VA covers 187.5 miles and takes about 3h 47m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 95, I 64, Korean War Veterans Memorial Highway. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 93.7 miles from Kings Park West, VA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $29.32 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.
This is a demanding drive. With 22 significant decision points across 187.5 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.
The main spots that need attention: at 5.1 miles (SR 643 / Lee Chapel Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 38.2 miles (I 95): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 86.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Between Kings Park West, VA and Chesapeake, VA, road signs point toward Norfolk, Va Beach and Virginia Beach.
How this page is built
Compiled by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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