Origin
Lawrenceville, VA
Morning in Lawrenceville on Friday
Local time
6:01 AM
EDT
Current temp
81°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Lawrenceville, VA to Hampton, VA
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 17, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 56m
Distance
109.6 mi
176 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$17
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 48m
★
6 AM
1h 57m
8 AM
2h 14m
10 AM
2h 3m
12 PM
2h 1m
3 PM
2h 4m
5 PM
2h 13m
8 PM
1h 52m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Lawrenceville, VA
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Hampton, VA
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Trip Overview
The drive from Lawrenceville, VA to Hampton, VA covers 109.6 miles and takes about 1h 56m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on North Main Street, Lawrenceville Plank Road, Governor Harrison Parkway for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. At current regular gas prices, budget about $17.14 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.
Midpoint
54.8 miles from Lawrenceville, VA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 58m into the drive .
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 56m. Total distance: 109.6 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 56m 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 1h 56m drive with frequent turns across 109.6 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 19 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
North Main Street 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 Lawrenceville, VA to Hampton, VA is easy. At 1h 56m 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 Lawrenceville, VA to Hampton, VA is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| North Main Street | — | — |
| Lawrenceville Plank Road | — | — |
| Governor Harrison Parkway | — | — |
| Pleasant Shade Drive | — | — |
| West Atlantic Street | — | — |
| Southampton Parkway | — | — |
| West Military Highway | — | — |
| I 664 North | — | — |
Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.
Longest stretch:
North Main Street
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Lawrenceville, VA and Hampton, VA.
1
Start on West Hicks Street
10 ft
·
5 sec
·
West Hicks Street
2
Turn left onto North Main Street
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
North Main Street
3
Continue on Lawrenceville Plank Road
1.3 mi
·
2 min
·
Lawrenceville Plank Road
4
Take the ramp left
0.2 mi
·
22 sec
5
Merge slight left onto Governor Harrison Parkway
9.8 mi
·
13 min
·
Governor Harrison Parkway
6
Continue on Pleasant Shade Drive
6.4 mi
·
8 min
·
Pleasant Shade Drive
7
Continue on West Atlantic Street
5.1 mi
·
6 min
·
West Atlantic Street
8
Continue on Southampton Parkway
62 mi
·
1 hr 20 min
·
Southampton Parkway
9
Continue on West Military Highway
2.6 mi
·
3 min
·
West Military Highway
10
Take the exit straight toward I 664 North: Newport News, Hampton
0.4 mi
·
50 sec
·
I 664 North: Newport News, Hampton
11
Merge slight left onto Hampton Roads Beltway
8.3 mi
·
10 min
·
Hampton Roads Beltway
12
Continue on Monitor-Merrimac Memorial Bridge-Tunnel
4.3 mi
·
5 min
·
Monitor-Merrimac Memorial Bridge-Tunnel
13
Continue on Hampton Roads Beltway
4.9 mi
·
6 min
·
Hampton Roads Beltway
14
Take the exit slight right toward Powerplant Parkway, Powhatan Parkway
0.2 mi
·
25 sec
·
Powerplant Parkway, Powhatan Parkway
15
Turn right onto Powhatan Parkway
0.2 mi
·
28 sec
·
Powhatan Parkway
16
Turn left onto West Pembroke Avenue
2.6 mi
·
5 min
·
West Pembroke Avenue
17
Turn right onto North King Street
525 ft
·
20 sec
·
North King Street
18
Continue on North King Street
433 ft
·
19 sec
·
North King Street
19
Arrive at your destination
Trip Plan
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 54.8 miles from Lawrenceville, VA, or about 58m 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 24 miles or 25m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 54.8 miles or 58m 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 35m
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 Lawrenceville, VA so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Lawrenceville, VA
This is one driving day of about 109.6 miles and 1h 56m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 24 miles from Lawrenceville, VA.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 54.8 mi from Lawrenceville, VA · 58m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
55 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 24 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 54.8 miles from Lawrenceville, 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.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$17.14 one way
$34.28 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
38 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.34 | $18.74 | $37.48 |
| premium | $4.70 | $20.28 | $40.57 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $24.20 | $48.40 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$17
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$42–$67
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 38.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $12 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 32.9 | 0 | $11.51 | $5.26 |
| Efficient EV | 27.4 | 0 | $9.59 | $4.38 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 43.8 | 0 | $15.34 | $7.01 |
Gas CO2
38 kg
EV CO2
13 kg (66% 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
Morning in Hampton on Friday
Local time
6:01 AM
EDT
Current temp
69°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
12 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 56m 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 Lawrenceville, VA to Hampton, VA covers 109.6 miles and takes about 1h 56m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are North Main Street, Lawrenceville Plank Road, Governor Harrison Parkway. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 54.8 miles from Lawrenceville, VA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $17.14 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.
The drive from Lawrenceville, VA to Hampton, VA is easy. At 1h 56m 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 Lawrenceville, VA to Hampton, VA is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Lawrenceville, VA to Hampton, 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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