Origin
Tuckahoe, VA
Morning in Tuckahoe on Thursday
Local time
10:55 AM
EDT
Current temp
73°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Tuckahoe, VA to Newport News, VA
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
1h 35m
Distance
78.3 mi
126 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$12
one way
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 28m
★
6 AM
1h 35m
8 AM
1h 50m
10 AM
1h 40m
12 PM
1h 39m
3 PM
1h 41m
5 PM
1h 49m
8 PM
1h 31m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Tuckahoe, VA
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Newport News, VA
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Trip Overview
This straightforward 78.3-mile drive from Tuckahoe, VA to Newport News, VA will take you about 1 hour and 35 minutes. With 94% of the journey on highways, it's a quick trip that's perfectly suited for a single day. You'll primarily be on I-64, with some initial time on Glenside Drive and Patterson Avenue. The estimated fuel cost for this route is around $12, making it an economical option. Both your origin and destination are within the Southeast region, so you'll experience a consistent feel throughout your travels. This drive is ideal if you're looking for an efficient way to get from point A to point B without much fuss.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
39.2 miles from Tuckahoe, VA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 49m into the drive .
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 35m. Total distance: 78.3 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 35m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (94%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Drive Character
Expect a highway-focused drive for the majority of this 78.3-mile trip. With 94% of the route utilizing interstates, you'll experience a significant amount of time on I-64. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 73.9 miles on I-64, indicating a consistent, high-speed journey for most of the way. While there are brief segments on Glenside Drive and Patterson Avenue at the beginning, the character of the drive quickly shifts to a more direct, highway-oriented experience. This means you'll likely be in the passing lane for a good portion of your travel time.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 19 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 73.9 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 64 and Glenside Drive. You will hit about 14 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 0.2 miles in near University Boulevard.
Route Complexity
6/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 78.3 miles you will encounter 14 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.2 miles (University Boulevard): Navigation decision point; at 0.2 miles (Essex Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 9.2 miles (I 64): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. 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.
5
0.2 mi into trip
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~0m in
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University Boulevard
At end of road, turn right onto University Boulevard
Navigation decision point
5
0.2 mi into trip
|
~0m in
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Essex Avenue
Turn left onto Essex Avenue
Navigation decision point
9
9.2 mi into trip
|
~15m in
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I 64
Keep slight right at fork onto I 64 toward I 64 East: Williamsburg, Norfolk
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 75
Toward I 64 East: Williamsburg, Norfolk
7
77.2 mi into trip
|
~1h 31m in
Take the exit toward US 17 South: J Clyde Morris Boulevard
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 258A
Toward US 17 South: J Clyde Morris Boulevard
6
78.3 mi into trip
|
~1h 35m in
At end of road, turn right
Complex interchange - multiple decisions in a short stretch
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
On the drive from Tuckahoe, VA to Newport News, VA, road signs begin pointing toward Norfolk along the way.
Norfolk
9.2 mi in
|
~15m
|
via I 64
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 64 | 73.9 mi | 1h 24m |
| Glenside Drive | 0.9 mi | 1m |
| Patterson Avenue | 0.8 mi | 1m |
| Diligence Drive | 0.5 mi | 1m |
| Forest Avenue | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| Horsepen Road | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| Sawmill Road | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| Essex Avenue | 0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 64
— 73.9 mi, about 1h 24m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Tuckahoe, VA and Newport News, VA.
1
Start on Sawmill Road
0.2 mi
·
41 sec
·
Sawmill Road
2
At end of road, turn right onto University Boulevard
76 ft
·
9 sec
·
University Boulevard
3
Turn left onto Essex Avenue
0.1 mi
·
34 sec
·
Essex Avenue
4
Turn right onto Fairfax Avenue
422 ft
·
24 sec
·
Fairfax Avenue
5
Turn left onto Forest Avenue
0.2 mi
·
28 sec
·
Forest Avenue
6
Turn right onto VA 6
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
Patterson Avenue
7
Turn left onto Horsepen Road
0.2 mi
·
26 sec
·
Horsepen Road
8
Continue on Glenside Drive
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
Glenside Drive
Use the straight lane.
9
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
29 sec
Toward I 64 East
10
Keep slight left at fork
0.5 mi
·
50 sec
11
Merge onto I 64
5.9 mi
·
8 min
·
I 64
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
12
Keep slight right at fork onto I 64
68 mi
·
1 hr 16 min
·
I 64
Exit 75
Toward I 64 East: Williamsburg, Norfolk
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
13
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
51 sec
Exit 258A
Toward US 17 South: J Clyde Morris Boulevard
Use the slight right lane.
14
Turn straight onto US 17
0.1 mi
·
10 sec
·
J Clyde Morris Boulevard
15
Turn right onto Diligence Drive
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
Diligence Drive
16
At end of road, turn right onto Thimble Shoals Boulevard
0.1 mi
·
19 sec
·
Thimble Shoals Boulevard
17
Turn left
413 ft
·
33 sec
18
At end of road, turn right
82 ft
·
6 sec
19
Arrive at destination
Trip Plan
Given the short 1 hour and 35-minute duration, this route from Tuckahoe to Newport News is easily manageable in a single day. Consider leaving early in the morning to avoid any potential commuter traffic, especially as you approach the I-64 corridor. With no designated stops, you have the flexibility to pull over for breaks as needed, though the longest stretch of 73.9 miles on I-64 suggests you might want to plan a fuel stop before or after this segment. The $12 fuel cost is a good estimate, but it's always wise to check your fuel gauge before you depart.
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 39.2 miles from Tuckahoe, VA, or about 49m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 73.9 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 17 miles or 24m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 39.2 miles or 49m 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 20m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Newport News, VA than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
Open the route before leaving Tuckahoe, VA so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Tuckahoe, VA
This is one driving day of about 78.3 miles and 1h 35m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 17 miles from Tuckahoe, VA.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on I 64 for about 73.9 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 39.2 mi from Tuckahoe, VA · 49m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
39 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 17 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 39.2 miles from Tuckahoe, VA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before I 64 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 73.9 miles.
Arriving in Newport News, VA
The final approach into Newport News, 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
$12.24 one way
$24.49 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
27 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.34 | $13.39 | $26.78 |
| premium | $4.70 | $14.49 | $28.98 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $17.29 | $34.58 |
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: 27.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $8 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 23.5 | 0 | $8.22 | $3.76 |
| Efficient EV | 19.6 | 0 | $6.85 | $3.13 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 31.3 | 0 | $10.96 | $5.01 |
Gas CO2
27 kg
EV CO2
9 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
Newport News, VA
Morning in Newport News on Thursday
Local time
10:55 AM
EDT
Current temp
79°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
6 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 35m 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 Tuckahoe, VA to Newport News, VA covers 78.3 miles and takes about 1h 35m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 64, Glenside Drive, Patterson Avenue. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 39.2 miles from Tuckahoe, VA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $12.24 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 drive requires moderate attention. Across 78.3 miles you will encounter 14 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.2 miles (University Boulevard): Navigation decision point; at 0.2 miles (Essex Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 9.2 miles (I 64): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
On the drive from Tuckahoe, VA to Newport News, VA, road signs begin pointing toward Norfolk along the way.
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