Origin
Manassas, VA
Evening in Manassas on Sunday
Local time
6:33 PM
EDT
Current temp
68°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Manassas, VA to East Hampton, VA
Drive Time
3h 17m
Distance
166 mi
267 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$27
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
3h 5m
★
6 AM
3h 17m
8 AM
3h 41m
10 AM
3h 26m
12 PM
3h 23m
3 PM
3h 27m
5 PM
3h 40m
8 PM
3h 10m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Manassas, VA
Francesco Ungaro
East Hampton, VA
Sarah O'Shea
Trip Overview
Spanning 166 miles from Manassas to East Hampton, this journey is a straightforward trek across Virginia. You should plan on roughly 3 hours and 17 minutes of travel time, making it a feasible day trip for most drivers. With a fuel budget of approximately $27, the route is economically friendly and well-suited for a quick getaway. Since both locations are situated within the Southeast region, you won't experience drastic shifts in climate or terrain. Because the duration is relatively short, you can comfortably complete the entire trip in a single day without needing an overnight stay. It is a practical, efficient connection that gets you from point A to point B with minimal complexity.
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
83 miles from Manassas, VA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 40m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a highway-focused experience, as 80% of your time will be spent cruising on major thoroughfares. You will rely primarily on I-95 and I-64, supplemented by stretches of Dumfries Road to navigate between regions. The longest uninterrupted portion of the drive is a 66.8-mile stretch on I-95, which demands steady focus during high-traffic periods. While the route offers a consistent pace, the transition from interstate highway speed to local road driving on Dumfries Road requires you to stay alert to changing speed limits. It is a functional, no-nonsense drive that prioritizes speed and directness over winding, scenic detours.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 18 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 66.8 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 35.3 miles in near I 95.
Route Complexity
9/10
High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day
This is a demanding drive. With 14 significant decision points across 166 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 35.3 miles (I 95): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 83.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 98.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 14 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
6
35.3 mi into trip
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~48m 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 none lane.
8
83.9 mi into trip
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~1h 41m 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
98.8 mi into trip
|
~1h 57m 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
8
161.4 mi into trip
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~3h 8m in
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VA 134
Take the exit onto VA 134 toward US 258 South, US 258 North, VA 134 South: Mercury Boulevard, James River Bridge, Coliseum
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 263
Toward US 258 South, US 258 North, VA 134 South...
8
161.7 mi into trip
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~3h 8m in
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VA 134
Keep slight right at fork onto VA 134 toward US 258 North, VA 134 South: Mercury Boulevard, Coliseum
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Toward US 258 North, VA 134 South: Mercury Boul...
Towns Along This Route
Between Manassas, VA and East Hampton, VA, road signs point toward Norfolk, Va Beach and Virginia Beach.
Norfolk
83.9 mi in
|
~1h 41m
Va Beach
83.9 mi in
|
~1h 41m
Virginia Beach
98.8 mi in
|
~1h 57m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 95 | 66.8 mi | 1h 14m |
| I 64 | 61.4 mi | 1h 7m |
| Dumfries Road | 15.2 mi | 22m |
| Korean War Veterans Memorial Highway | 13 mi | 14m |
| VA 134 | 4.4 mi | 8m |
| Grant Avenue | 0.7 mi | 1m |
| VA 234 BUS | 0.7 mi | 1m |
| Southerland Drive | 0.2 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 95
— 66.8 mi, about 1h 14m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Manassas, VA and East Hampton, VA.
1
Start on VA 234 BUS
0.4 mi
·
54 sec
·
Grant Avenue
2
Enter roundabout onto VA 234 BUS
80 ft
·
1 sec
·
Grant Avenue
3
Continue on VA 234 BUS
0.3 mi
·
41 sec
·
Grant Avenue
4
Continue on VA 234 BUS
1.7 mi
·
3 min
·
Dumfries Road
Use the none lane.
5
Turn left onto VA 294; VA 234 BUS
0.1 mi
·
11 sec
·
VA 294; VA 234 BUS
Use the straight lane.
6
Take the exit onto VA 234 BUS
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
VA 234 BUS
7
Merge onto VA 234
13 mi
·
19 min
·
Dumfries Road
Use the none lane.
8
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
58 sec
9
Merge onto I 95
18 mi
·
20 min
·
I 95
Use the none lane.
10
Keep slight left at fork onto I 95
49 mi
·
53 min
·
I 95
Use the none lane.
11
Take the exit
1.9 mi
·
2 min
Exit 84A
Toward I 295 South: Williamsburg, Norfolk, Va Beach
Use the slight left / straight lanes.
12
Merge onto I 295
13 mi
·
14 min
·
Korean War Veterans Memorial Highway
Use the none lane.
13
Take the exit
1.3 mi
·
2 min
Exit 28A
Toward I 64 East: Norfolk, Virginia Beach
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
14
Merge onto I 64
61 mi
·
1 hr 7 min
·
I 64
Use the none lane.
15
Take the exit onto VA 134
0.2 mi
·
28 sec
·
VA 134
Exit 263
Toward US 258 South, US 258 North, VA 134 South: Mercury Boulevard, James River Bridge, Coliseum
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
16
Keep slight right at fork onto VA 134
4.2 mi
·
7 min
·
VA 134
Toward US 258 North, VA 134 South: Mercury Boulevard, Coliseum
Use the slight right lane.
17
Turn right onto Southerland Drive
0.2 mi
·
46 sec
·
Southerland Drive
18
Arrive at destination
Southerland Drive
Trip Plan
To maximize your efficiency, try to depart early to avoid the heaviest congestion typically found on I-95. Since you only have one scheduled stop over the course of 166 miles, plan it strategically to break up the monotony of the longer interstate segments. Keep your $27 fuel budget in mind when selecting a service station, as prices can fluctuate significantly along the major highway corridors. Because this is a relatively short trip, you have the flexibility to adjust your departure time based on real-time traffic reports. Most importantly, stay mindful of the transition from the fast-paced interstate onto Dumfries Road, as the sudden shift in road character requires extra attention behind the wheel.
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 83 miles from Manassas, VA, or about 1h 40m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 66.8 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 80 miles or 1h 37m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 83 miles or 1h 40m 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 40m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near East Hampton, VA than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Manassas, 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 Manassas, VA
This is one driving day of about 166 miles and 3h 17m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Manassas, 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 66.8 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 83 mi from Manassas, VA · 1h 40m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
83 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 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 83 miles from Manassas, 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.
Arriving in East Hampton, VA
The final approach into East 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 East 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
$26.57 one way
$53.13 round trip
$4.07/gal
25.4 MPG avg
58 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.43 | $28.95 | $57.89 |
| premium | $4.78 | $31.23 | $62.45 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $36.88 | $73.76 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$27
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$52–$77
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 58.1 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $17 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 49.8 | 0 | $17.43 | $7.97 |
| Efficient EV | 41.5 | 0 | $14.52 | $6.64 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 66.4 | 0 | $23.24 | $10.62 |
Gas CO2
58 kg
EV CO2
19 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
East Hampton, VA
Evening in East Hampton on Sunday
Local time
6:33 PM
EDT
Current temp
66°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Along the Route
86°F
Middletown, MD
83 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 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 17m 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 Manassas, VA to East Hampton, VA covers 166 miles and takes about 3h 17m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 95, I 64, Dumfries 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 83 miles from Manassas, VA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $26.57 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 14 significant decision points across 166 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 35.3 miles (I 95): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 83.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 98.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Between Manassas, VA and East Hampton, VA, road signs point toward Norfolk, Va Beach and Virginia Beach.
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