Origin
Newport News, VA
Evening in Newport News on Sunday
Local time
6:40 PM
EDT
Current temp
67°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Newport News, VA to Bensley, VA
Drive Time
1h 26m
Distance
72 mi
116 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$12
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 20m
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6 AM
1h 27m
8 AM
1h 40m
10 AM
1h 31m
12 PM
1h 30m
3 PM
1h 32m
5 PM
1h 39m
8 PM
1h 23m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Newport News, VA
Kelly
Bensley, VA
Serg Alesenko
Trip Overview
Traveling from Newport News to Bensley covers 72 miles and typically takes about 1 hour and 26 minutes behind the wheel. This trip is perfectly suited as a quick day drive, allowing you to reach your destination without needing an overnight stay. You will primarily navigate via I-64, the Pocahontas Parkway, and the Korean War Veterans Memorial Highway. Budgeting approximately $12 for fuel should comfortably cover your transit between these two Southeast Virginia locations. Because the route is straightforward and efficient, it serves as a reliable link for commuters or travelers moving between these areas.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
0 planned breaks
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
36 miles from Newport News, VA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 41m into the drive .
Drive Character
This 72-mile journey is a highway-focused drive, with 90% of your time spent on major thoroughfares. You should expect a consistent pace, highlighted by a longest uninterrupted stretch of 56.6 miles while cruising on I-64. The route maintains a steady, functional character rather than a technical or winding profile, making it a predictable experience for most drivers. Transitioning from the coastal area of Newport News toward the Bensley region, you will find the road conditions remain largely uniform. It is a straightforward transit that prioritizes speed and directness over 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 23 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
I 64 is the longest continuous segment at about 56.6 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 64 and Pocahontas Parkway. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 58.2 miles in.
Route Complexity
10/10
High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day
This is a demanding drive. With 18 significant decision points across 72 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 58.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 58.7 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 59.5 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 18 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
8
58.2 mi into trip
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~1h 6m in
Take the exit toward I 295, US 60: Washington, Rocky Mount NC
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 200
Toward I 295, US 60: Washington, Rocky Mount NC
8
58.7 mi into trip
|
~1h 6m in
Keep slight left at fork toward I 295 South, US 60: Rocky Mount NC
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward I 295 South, US 60: Rocky Mount NC
8
59.5 mi into trip
|
~1h 8m in
Keep slight left at fork toward US 60: Seven Pines, Bottoms Bridge
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the none lane.
Toward US 60: Seven Pines, Bottoms Bridge
8
60 mi into trip
|
~1h 9m in
Keep slight left at fork toward US 60 East, I 295 South: Bottoms Bridge
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the none lane.
Toward US 60 East, I 295 South: Bottoms Bridge
8
63.1 mi into trip
|
~1h 14m in
Take the exit toward VA 895 Toll West: Richmond, Richmond International Airport
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 25
Toward VA 895 Toll West: Richmond, Richmond Int...
Towns Along This Route
Between Newport News, VA and Bensley, VA, road signs point toward Rocky Mount and Richmond International Airport.
Rocky Mount
58.2 mi in
|
~1h 6m
Richmond International Airport
63.1 mi in
|
~1h 14m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 64 | 56.6 mi | 1h 2m |
| Pocahontas Parkway | 7.8 mi | 9m |
| Korean War Veterans Memorial Highway | 2.1 mi | 2m |
| J Clyde Morris Boulevard | 0.7 mi | 1m |
| Diligence Drive | 0.4 mi | 1m |
| Route 1 | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| Thimble Shoals Boulevard | 0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 64
— 56.6 mi, about 1h 2m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Newport News, VA and Bensley, VA.
1
Start on this road
82 ft
·
12 sec
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this road
2
Turn left
413 ft
·
31 sec
3
At end of road, turn right onto Thimble Shoals Boulevard
0.1 mi
·
20 sec
·
Thimble Shoals Boulevard
4
Turn left onto Diligence Drive
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
Diligence Drive
5
Turn left onto US 17
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
J Clyde Morris Boulevard
Use the left lane.
6
Continue on US 17
168 ft
·
10 sec
·
J Clyde Morris Boulevard
7
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
31 sec
Toward I 64 West: Williamsburg, Richmond
8
Merge onto I 64
57 mi
·
1 hr 2 min
·
I 64
Use the right lane.
9
Take the exit
0.5 mi
·
32 sec
Exit 200
Toward I 295, US 60: Washington, Rocky Mount NC
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10
Keep slight left at fork
0.5 mi
·
59 sec
Toward I 295 South, US 60: Rocky Mount NC
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
11
Keep slight right at fork
0.4 mi
·
46 sec
Toward I 295 South: Rocky Mount NC
Use the right lane.
12
Keep slight left at fork
0.5 mi
·
59 sec
Toward US 60: Seven Pines, Bottoms Bridge
Use the none lane.
13
Keep slight left at fork
0.4 mi
·
45 sec
Toward US 60 East, I 295 South: Bottoms Bridge
Use the none lane.
14
Keep slight left at fork
0.6 mi
·
1 min
Toward I 295 South
Use the none lane.
15
Merge onto I 295
2.1 mi
·
2 min
·
Korean War Veterans Memorial Highway
16
Take the exit
0.5 mi
·
52 sec
Exit 25
Toward VA 895 Toll West: Richmond, Richmond International Airport
Use the slight right lane.
17
Continue on VA 895
7.8 mi
·
9 min
·
Pocahontas Parkway
Use the none lane.
18
Take the exit
0.1 mi
·
41 sec
Toward US 1 North, US 301 North: Jefferson Davis Highway, Richmond
Use the slight right lane.
19
Turn straight onto US 1; US 301
0.2 mi
·
24 sec
·
Route 1
20
Turn left
0.1 mi
·
45 sec
21
Turn left
211 ft
·
17 sec
22
Turn right
237 ft
·
17 sec
23
Arrive at destination
Trip Plan
Since the total drive time is under an hour and a half, you have plenty of flexibility regarding your departure schedule. You can easily complete this trip without planning for any formal stops, though keeping a small buffer for traffic on I-64 is always a smart move. Because the entire route is optimized for highway travel, ensure your vehicle is ready for sustained speeds before you pull out of Newport News. If you are sensitive to toll roads, keep in mind that the Pocahontas Parkway is a key component of your path. Plan your fuel stops ahead of time to keep your $12 budget on track and your travel time to a minimum.
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 36 miles from Newport News, VA, or about 41m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 56.6 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 72 miles or 1h 26m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 36 miles or 41m 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 12m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Bensley, VA than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Newport News, 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 Newport News, VA
This is one driving day of about 72 miles and 1h 26m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Newport News, VA.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
You may only need one short stretch stop if conditions stay smooth.
The longest stretch is on I 64 for about 56.6 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 36 mi from Newport News, VA · 41m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
36 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 72 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 36 miles from Newport News, VA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Bensley, VA
The final approach into Bensley, 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 Bensley, 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
$11.52 one way
$23.05 round trip
$4.07/gal
25.4 MPG avg
25 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.43 | $12.55 | $25.11 |
| premium | $4.78 | $13.54 | $27.09 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $16.00 | $31.99 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$12
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$37–$62
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 25.2 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $8 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 21.6 | 0 | $7.56 | $3.46 |
| Efficient EV | 18 | 0 | $6.30 | $2.88 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 28.8 | 0 | $10.08 | $4.61 |
Gas CO2
25 kg
EV CO2
8 kg (68% 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
Bensley, VA
Evening in Bensley on Sunday
Local time
6:40 PM
EDT
Current temp
92°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Along the Route
86°F
Middletown, MD
36 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
25 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
1h 26m 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 Newport News, VA to Bensley, VA covers 72 miles and takes about 1h 26m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 64, Pocahontas Parkway, 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 36 miles from Newport News, VA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $11.52 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.
This is a demanding drive. With 18 significant decision points across 72 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 58.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 58.7 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 59.5 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Between Newport News, VA and Bensley, VA, road signs point toward Rocky Mount and Richmond International Airport.
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