Origin
Virginia Beach, VA
Evening in Virginia Beach on Sunday
Local time
7:41 PM
EDT
Current temp
64°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Virginia Beach, VA to Bensley, VA
Drive Time
2h 16m
Distance
109.1 mi
176 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$17
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
2h 7m
★
6 AM
2h 17m
8 AM
2h 36m
10 AM
2h 24m
12 PM
2h 22m
3 PM
2h 24m
5 PM
2h 35m
8 PM
2h 11m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Bensley, VA
Serg Alesenko
Trip Overview
If you are planning to travel from Virginia Beach to Bensley, you are looking at a straightforward 109.1-mile journey across Virginia. Expect to spend about 2 hours and 16 minutes on the road, making this a very manageable day trip that does not require an overnight stop. Your route relies heavily on major thoroughfares like I-64, the Hampton Roads Beltway, and the Virginia Beach-Norfolk Expressway. Budgeting around $17 for fuel should cover your needs for this transit between the Southeast region's coastal areas and the Richmond-adjacent suburbs. Since the entire drive stays within Virginia, you will find the logistics simple and the transition between these two points quite efficient.
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
54.5 miles from Virginia Beach, VA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 11m into the drive .
Drive Character
This trip is a highway-focused drive, with 73% of your time spent on high-speed roads. You will settle into a rhythm quickly, as the longest uninterrupted stretch covers 61.1 miles on I-64. The route feels like a standard interstate commute, prioritizing speed and direct access over winding backroads. While you will navigate the Hampton Roads Beltway and the Virginia Beach-Norfolk Expressway early on, the character of the drive remains consistent throughout. Expect a predictable experience behind the wheel that allows you to cover the distance without the technical challenges of secondary local roads.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 26 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 61.1 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 64 and Hampton Roads Beltway. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 11.4 miles in.
Route Complexity
10/10
High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day
This is a demanding drive. With 19 significant decision points across 109.1 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 11.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 11.8 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 12.7 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 19 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
8
11.4 mi into trip
|
~15m in
Take the exit toward I 64 West, US 13: Newtown Road, Richmond, Military Highway
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 15-14-13
Toward I 64 West, US 13: Newtown Road, Richmond...
8
11.8 mi into trip
|
~16m in
Keep slight left at fork toward I 64 West, US 13: Richmond, Military Highway
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the none lane.
Toward I 64 West, US 13: Richmond, Military Hig...
9
12.7 mi into trip
|
~18m in
Keep slight right at fork toward I 64 West: Norfolk International Airport, Hampton, Richmond
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 14B
Toward I 64 West: Norfolk International Airport...
8
95.4 mi into trip
|
~1h 56m 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
95.8 mi into trip
|
~1h 57m 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
Towns Along This Route
Between Virginia Beach, VA and Bensley, VA, road signs point toward Richmond, Military Highway, Hampton, Rocky Mount and Richmond International Airport.
Richmond
11.4 mi in
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~15m
Military Highway
11.4 mi in
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~15m
Hampton
12.7 mi in
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~18m
Rocky Mount
95.4 mi in
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~1h 56m
Richmond International Airport
100.2 mi in
|
~2h 4m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 64 | 61.1 mi | 1h 7m |
| Hampton Roads Beltway | 17.7 mi | 24m |
| Virginia Beach-Norfolk Expressway | 10.6 mi | 14m |
| Pocahontas Parkway | 7.8 mi | 9m |
| Hampton Roads Bridge-Tunnel | 3.5 mi | 4m |
| Korean War Veterans Memorial Highway | 2.1 mi | 2m |
| 22nd Street | 0.5 mi | <1m |
| Pacific Avenue | 0.2 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 64
— 61.1 mi, about 1h 7m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Virginia Beach, VA and Bensley, VA.
1
Start on 25th Street
121 ft
·
8 sec
·
25th Street
2
Turn right onto US 60
0.2 mi
·
33 sec
·
Pacific Avenue
Use the right lane.
3
Turn right onto 22nd Street
0.5 mi
·
46 sec
·
22nd Street
Use the straight / right lanes.
4
Continue on I 264
11 mi
·
14 min
·
Virginia Beach-Norfolk Expressway
Use the none lane.
5
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
52 sec
Exit 15-14-13
Toward I 64 West, US 13: Newtown Road, Richmond, Military Highway
Use the slight right lane.
6
Keep slight left at fork
0.9 mi
·
1 min
Toward I 64 West, US 13: Richmond, Military Highway
Use the none lane.
7
Keep slight right at fork
0.4 mi
·
49 sec
Exit 14B
Toward I 64 West: Norfolk International Airport, Hampton, Richmond
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
Merge onto I 64
12 mi
·
17 min
·
Hampton Roads Beltway
Use the straight / slight left / none lanes.
9
Continue on I 64; US 60
3.5 mi
·
4 min
·
Hampton Roads Bridge-Tunnel
10
Continue on I 64; US 60
5.9 mi
·
7 min
·
Hampton Roads Beltway
Use the none lane.
11
Keep slight left at fork onto I 64
61 mi
·
1 hr 7 min
·
I 64
Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.
12
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.
13
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.
14
Keep slight right at fork
0.4 mi
·
46 sec
Toward I 295 South: Rocky Mount NC
Use the right lane.
15
Keep slight left at fork
0.5 mi
·
59 sec
Toward US 60: Seven Pines, Bottoms Bridge
Use the none lane.
16
Keep slight left at fork
0.4 mi
·
45 sec
Toward US 60 East, I 295 South: Bottoms Bridge
Use the none lane.
17
Keep slight left at fork
0.6 mi
·
1 min
Toward I 295 South
Use the none lane.
18
Merge onto I 295
2.1 mi
·
2 min
·
Korean War Veterans Memorial Highway
19
Take the exit
0.5 mi
·
52 sec
Exit 25
Toward VA 895 Toll West: Richmond, Richmond International Airport
Use the slight right lane.
20
Continue on VA 895
7.8 mi
·
9 min
·
Pocahontas Parkway
Use the none lane.
21
Take the exit
0.1 mi
·
41 sec
Toward US 1 North, US 301 North: Jefferson Davis Highway, Richmond
Use the slight right lane.
22
Turn straight onto US 1; US 301
0.2 mi
·
24 sec
·
Route 1
23
Turn left
0.1 mi
·
45 sec
24
Turn left
211 ft
·
17 sec
25
Turn right
237 ft
·
17 sec
26
Arrive at destination
Trip Plan
Since this is a relatively short trip, you have plenty of flexibility regarding your departure time, though avoiding peak traffic hours on the beltway is always a wise strategy. Because the total duration is just over two hours, you likely won't need to plan for lengthy stops unless you prefer to break up the 109.1-mile stretch. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge before leaving Virginia Beach, as $17 is a baseline estimate that can fluctuate based on your vehicle's efficiency. Given that your longest segment is a 61.1-mile run on I-64, make sure you are comfortable with sustained highway speeds before you merge. This straightforward route is perfect for those who prefer to reach their destination quickly without unnecessary detours.
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 54.5 miles from Virginia Beach, VA, or about 1h 11m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 61.1 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 39m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 54.5 miles or 1h 11m 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 50m
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 Virginia Beach, 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 Virginia Beach, VA
This is one driving day of about 109.1 miles and 2h 16m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Virginia Beach, 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 61.1 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 54.5 mi from Virginia Beach, VA · 1h 11m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
55 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 54.5 miles from Virginia Beach, 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 61.1 miles.
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
$17.46 one way
$34.92 round trip
$4.07/gal
25.4 MPG avg
38 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.43 | $19.02 | $38.05 |
| premium | $4.78 | $20.52 | $41.05 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $24.24 | $48.48 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$17
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$42–$67
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 38.2 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $11 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 32.7 | 0 | $11.46 | $5.24 |
| Efficient EV | 27.3 | 0 | $9.55 | $4.36 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 43.6 | 0 | $15.27 | $6.98 |
Gas CO2
38 kg
EV CO2
13 kg (66% 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
7:41 PM
EDT
Current temp
92°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Along the Route
86°F
Middletown, MD
55 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
28 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
2h 16m 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 Virginia Beach, VA to Bensley, VA covers 109.1 miles and takes about 2h 16m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 64, Hampton Roads Beltway, Virginia Beach-Norfolk Expressway. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 54.5 miles from Virginia Beach, VA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $17.46 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 19 significant decision points across 109.1 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 11.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 11.8 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 12.7 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Between Virginia Beach, VA and Bensley, VA, road signs point toward Richmond, Military Highway, Hampton, Rocky Mount and Richmond International Airport.
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