Drive Time
3h 48m
Distance
190.2 mi
306 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$30
one way
Photo: Charles Miller
The drive from Linton Hall, VA to Portsmouth, VA covers 190.2 miles and takes about 3h 48m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on I 95, I 64, Dumfries Road for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 66.8 miles on I 95. At current regular gas prices, budget about $30.44 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.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
95.1 miles from Linton Hall, VA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 55m into the drive .
This is a 3h 48m highway drive covering 190.2 miles, with most of the trip on I 95 and I 64. The longest continuous stretch is about 66.8 miles on I 95.
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 1.6 miles in near University Boulevard.
High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day
This is a demanding drive. With 21 significant decision points across 190.2 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 1.6 miles (University Boulevard): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 88.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 103.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
Enter roundabout onto University Boulevard
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
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
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
Take the exit toward I 664 South: Downtown Newport News, Suffolk, Chesapeake
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Take the exit toward VA 135 South: College Drive, Churchland
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Between Linton Hall, VA and Portsmouth, VA, road signs point toward Norfolk, Va Beach, Virginia Beach, Suffolk, Chesapeake and Churchland.
Norfolk
Va Beach
Virginia Beach
Suffolk
Chesapeake
Churchland
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 95 | 66.8 mi | 1h 14m |
| I 64 | 62.7 mi | 1h 9m |
| Dumfries Road | 13.6 mi | 19m |
| Korean War Veterans Memorial Highway | 13 mi | 14m |
| Hampton Roads Beltway | 7.2 mi | 9m |
| Western Freeway | 5.8 mi | 7m |
| Prince William Parkway | 4.6 mi | 6m |
| Monitor-Merrimac Memorial Bridge-Tunnel | 4.3 mi | 5m |
Step-by-step road directions between Linton Hall, VA and Portsmouth, VA.
Start on SR 621
Turn right onto University Boulevard
Enter roundabout onto University Boulevard
Continue on University Boulevard
Enter roundabout onto University Boulevard
Continue on University Boulevard
Turn right onto VA 234
Continue on VA 234
Take the exit
Merge onto I 95
Keep slight left at fork onto I 95
Take the exit
Merge onto I 295
Take the exit
Merge onto I 64
Take the exit
Merge onto I 664
Continue on I 664
Continue on I 664
Take the exit
Continue on VA 135
Take the ramp
Merge onto VA 164
Merge onto US 58; VA 164
Take the exit
Turn straight onto US 58
Turn right onto VA 141
Turn left onto High Street
Continue on High Street
Arrive at destination
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.
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 80 miles or 1h 38m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 95.1 miles or 1h 55m 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 4m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Portsmouth, VA than in the middle of the route.
Open the route before leaving Linton Hall, 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 Linton Hall, VA
This is one driving day of about 190.2 miles and 3h 48m.
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 95.1 mi from Linton Hall, VA · 1h 55m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
95 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 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 95.1 miles from Linton Hall, 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 66.8 miles.
The final approach into Portsmouth, 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 Portsmouth, VA.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Regular Gas
$30.44 one way
$60.88 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.43 | $33.17 | $66.33 |
| premium | $4.78 | $35.78 | $71.56 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $42.26 | $84.51 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$30
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$55–$80
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 66.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $20 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 57.1 | 0 | $19.97 | $9.13 |
| Efficient EV | 47.6 | 0 | $16.64 | $7.61 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 76.1 | 0 | $26.63 | $12.17 |
Gas CO2
67 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. If you're planning ahead, check the forecast closer to your travel date.
Origin
Evening in Linton Hall on Saturday
Local time
5:27 PM
EDT
Current temp
66°F
Forecast unavailable right now
Destination
Evening in Portsmouth on Saturday
Local time
5:27 PM
EDT
Current temp
67°F
Forecast unavailable right now
Along the Route
88°F
Middletown, MD
95 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
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
Use the two city cards together: check the sky where you start, then compare it with the local time and temperature at arrival.
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