Origin
Linton Hall, VA
Night in Linton Hall on Thursday
Local time
11:38 PM
EDT
Current temp
49°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Linton Hall, VA to Virginia Beach, VA
Last recalculated Apr 17, 2026
Drive Time
3h 28m
Distance
198.5 mi
319 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$31
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
3h 16m
★
6 AM
3h 29m
8 AM
3h 53m
10 AM
3h 37m
12 PM
3h 35m
3 PM
3h 38m
5 PM
3h 52m
8 PM
3h 21m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Linton Hall, VA
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Trip Overview
The drive from Linton Hall, VA to Virginia Beach, VA covers 198.5 miles and takes about 3h 28m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on University Boulevard, Prince William Parkway, Dumfries Road for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. At current regular gas prices, budget about $31.04 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
99.3 miles from Linton Hall, VA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 44m into the drive .
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 3h 28m. Total distance: 198.5 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
3h 28m 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 3h 28m drive with frequent turns across 198.5 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 25 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
University Boulevard 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 Linton Hall, VA to Virginia Beach, VA is easy. At 3h 28m 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 Linton Hall, VA to Virginia Beach, VA is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| University Boulevard | — | — |
| Prince William Parkway | — | — |
| Dumfries Road | — | — |
| I 295 South | — | — |
| Korean War Veterans Memorial Highway | — | — |
| I 64 East | — | — |
| Hampton Roads Beltway | — | — |
| Hampton Roads Bridge-Tunnel | — | — |
Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.
Longest stretch:
University Boulevard
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Linton Hall, VA and Virginia Beach, VA.
1
Start on Devlin Road
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Devlin Road
2
Turn right onto University Boulevard
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
University Boulevard
3
Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward University Boulevard
85 ft
·
2 sec
·
University Boulevard
4
Exit the roundabout onto University Boulevard
0.2 mi
·
35 sec
·
University Boulevard
5
Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward University Boulevard
85 ft
·
2 sec
·
University Boulevard
6
Exit the roundabout onto University Boulevard
1.5 mi
·
3 min
·
University Boulevard
7
Turn right onto Prince William Parkway
4.6 mi
·
6 min
·
Prince William Parkway
8
Continue on Dumfries Road
14 mi
·
19 min
·
Dumfries Road
9
Take the exit slight right
0.4 mi
·
58 sec
10
Merge slight left
18 mi
·
20 min
11
Keep slight left
49 mi
·
53 min
12
Take the exit slight left toward I 295 South: Williamsburg, Norfolk, Va Beach
1.9 mi
·
2 min
·
I 295 South: Williamsburg, Norfolk, Va Beach
13
Merge slight right onto Korean War Veterans Memorial Highway
13 mi
·
14 min
·
Korean War Veterans Memorial Highway
14
Take the exit slight right toward I 64 East: Norfolk, Virginia Beach
1.3 mi
·
2 min
·
I 64 East: Norfolk, Virginia Beach
15
Merge slight left
67 mi
·
1 hr 15 min
16
Keep slight left to continue on Hampton Roads Beltway
341 ft
·
5 sec
·
Hampton Roads Beltway
17
Continue on Hampton Roads Bridge-Tunnel
3.5 mi
·
4 min
·
Hampton Roads Bridge-Tunnel
18
Continue on Hampton Roads Beltway
12 mi
·
15 min
·
Hampton Roads Beltway
19
Take the exit slight right toward I 264 East, I 264 West: Va Beach, Downtown Norfolk, Portsmouth
0.2 mi
·
14 sec
·
I 264 East, I 264 West: Va Beach, Downtown Norfolk, Portsmouth
20
Keep slight left to continue on I 264 East: Va Beach
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
I 264 East: Va Beach
21
Merge slight right onto Virginia Beach-Norfolk Expressway
12 mi
·
16 min
·
Virginia Beach-Norfolk Expressway
22
Continue on 21st Street
0.4 mi
·
54 sec
·
21st Street
23
Turn left onto Arctic Avenue
0.3 mi
·
46 sec
·
Arctic Avenue
24
Turn right onto 25th Street
456 ft
·
12 sec
·
25th Street
25
Arrive at your destination
Trip Plan
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 99.3 miles from Linton Hall, VA, or about 1h 44m 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 44 miles or 46m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 99.3 miles or 1h 44m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 2h 51m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Virginia Beach, VA than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Linton Hall, VA so your first major turns are already loaded.
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Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
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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 198.5 miles and 3h 28m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 44 miles from Linton Hall, 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.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 99.3 mi from Linton Hall, VA · 1h 44m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
99 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 44 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 99.3 miles from Linton Hall, VA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Virginia Beach, VA
The final approach into Virginia Beach, 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 Virginia Beach, 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
$31.04 one way
$62.08 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
70 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.34 | $33.94 | $67.88 |
| premium | $4.70 | $36.74 | $73.48 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $43.83 | $87.65 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$31
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$56–$81
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 69.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $21 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 59.6 | 0 | $20.84 | $9.53 |
| Efficient EV | 49.6 | 0 | $17.37 | $7.94 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 79.4 | 0 | $27.79 | $12.70 |
Gas CO2
69 kg
EV CO2
23 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
Virginia Beach, VA
Night in Virginia Beach on Thursday
Local time
11:38 PM
EDT
Current temp
66°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
17 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
3h 28m 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 Linton Hall, VA to Virginia Beach, VA covers 198.5 miles and takes about 3h 28m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are University Boulevard, Prince William Parkway, Dumfries Road. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 99.3 miles from Linton Hall, VA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $31.04 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.
The drive from Linton Hall, VA to Virginia Beach, VA is easy. At 3h 28m 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 Linton Hall, VA to Virginia Beach, VA is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Linton Hall, VA to Virginia Beach, VA does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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