Origin
Virginia Beach, VA
Evening in Virginia Beach on Sunday
Local time
7:38 PM
EDT
Current temp
64°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Virginia Beach, VA to Hampton, VA
Drive Time
46m
Distance
30.6 mi
49 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$5
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 43m
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6 AM
0h 46m
8 AM
0h 54m
10 AM
0h 49m
12 PM
0h 48m
3 PM
0h 50m
5 PM
0h 54m
8 PM
0h 44m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Hampton, VA
Sarah O'Shea
Trip Overview
Traveling from Virginia Beach to Hampton is a quick, straightforward trip covering 30.6 miles within the Southeast region of Virginia. You can comfortably complete this drive in about 46 minutes, making it an ideal day trip that requires no overnight stay. With a fuel budget of just $5, it is an incredibly economical journey for your travel plans. The route connects two major coastal hubs, transitioning you across the water via the Hampton Roads Bridge-Tunnel. Because the drive is so short, you have plenty of flexibility to plan your day however you see fit without worrying about fatigue or long-distance logistics.
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
15.3 miles from Virginia Beach, VA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 22m into the drive .
Drive Character
This trip offers a mixed drive profile that keeps the pace moving across various road types. You will spend about 35% of your time on highways, utilizing the Virginia Beach-Norfolk Expressway and the Hampton Roads Beltway to navigate the area. The longest uninterrupted portion of your journey is a 12.6-mile stretch along the Beltway, which serves as the primary artery for your transit. Expect a blend of fast-paced interstate driving transitioning into the unique experience of navigating the Hampton Roads Bridge-Tunnel. It is a functional, efficient route that prioritizes speed and connectivity over scenic meandering.
Expect a mix of faster highway mileage and slower local approaches near the beginning or end.
There are about 16 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Hampton Roads Beltway is the longest continuous segment at about 12.6 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near US 60 / Pacific Avenue.
Route Complexity
8/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
This is a demanding drive. With 11 significant decision points across 30.6 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: near the start (US 60 / Pacific Avenue): Lane positioning matters here; 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.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 11 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
7
0 mi into trip
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~0m in
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US 60 / Pacific Avenue
Turn right onto US 60 / Pacific Avenue
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
8
11.4 mi into trip
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~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
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~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
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~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
29.2 mi into trip
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~42m in
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US 60
Take the exit onto US 60 toward US 60, VA 143: Woodland Road, Hampton University
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 267
Toward US 60, VA 143: Woodland Road, Hampton Un...
Towns Along This Route
Between Virginia Beach, VA and Hampton, VA, road signs point toward Richmond and Military Highway.
Richmond
11.4 mi in
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~15m
Military Highway
11.4 mi in
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~15m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Hampton Roads Beltway | 12.6 mi | 18m |
| Virginia Beach-Norfolk Expressway | 10.6 mi | 14m |
| Hampton Roads Bridge-Tunnel | 3.5 mi | 4m |
| Settlers Landing Road | 0.9 mi | 2m |
| 22nd Street | 0.5 mi | <1m |
| Pacific Avenue | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| Wine Street | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| US 60 | 0.2 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Hampton Roads Beltway
— 12.6 mi, about 18m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Virginia Beach, VA and Hampton, VA.
1
Start on 25th Street
121 ft
·
8 sec
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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
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22nd Street
Use the straight / right lanes.
4
Continue on I 264
11 mi
·
14 min
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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
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Hampton Roads Bridge-Tunnel
10
Continue on I 64; US 60
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Hampton Roads Beltway
Use the none lane.
11
Take the exit onto US 60
0.2 mi
·
32 sec
·
US 60
Exit 267
Toward US 60, VA 143: Woodland Road, Hampton University
Use the slight right lane.
12
Turn left onto US 60; VA 143
0.9 mi
·
2 min
·
Settlers Landing Road
Use the left / none lanes.
13
Turn right onto Wine Street
0.2 mi
·
31 sec
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Wine Street
14
At end of road, turn left onto Lincoln Street
383 ft
·
22 sec
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Lincoln Street
15
Turn right onto North King Street
0.1 mi
·
20 sec
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North King Street
16
Arrive at destination
North King Street
Trip Plan
Since this is a short 46-minute drive, you have the advantage of being able to depart whenever works best for your schedule. Keep in mind that the route includes the Hampton Roads Bridge-Tunnel, so it is wise to check local traffic reports before you leave to avoid potential congestion. You will not need to plan for any stops given the brief duration of the trip, allowing you to head straight to your destination. Budgeting $5 for fuel should be more than sufficient for this 30.6-mile run. Make sure your vehicle is ready for the transition from expressway speeds to the tunnel environment to ensure a smooth arrival in Hampton.
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 15.3 miles from Virginia Beach, VA, or about 22m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 12.6 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 30.6 miles or 46m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 15.3 miles or 22m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 38m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Hampton, 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 30.6 miles and 46m.
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 Hampton Roads Beltway for about 12.6 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 15.3 mi from Virginia Beach, VA · 22m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
15 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 30.6 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 15.3 miles from Virginia Beach, VA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Hampton, VA
The final approach into 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 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
$4.90 one way
$9.79 round trip
$4.07/gal
25.4 MPG avg
11 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.43 | $5.34 | $10.67 |
| premium | $4.78 | $5.76 | $11.51 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $6.80 | $13.60 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$5
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$30–$55
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 10.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $3 in charging · 0 stops · 64% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 9.2 | 0 | $3.21 | $1.47 |
| Efficient EV | 7.7 | 0 | $2.68 | $1.22 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 12.2 | 0 | $4.28 | $1.96 |
Gas CO2
11 kg
EV CO2
4 kg (64% 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
Hampton, VA
Evening in Hampton on Sunday
Local time
7:38 PM
EDT
Current temp
67°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
3 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
46m 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 Hampton, VA covers 30.6 miles and takes about 46m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Hampton Roads Beltway, Virginia Beach-Norfolk Expressway, Hampton Roads Bridge-Tunnel. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 15.3 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 $4.90 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 11 significant decision points across 30.6 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: near the start (US 60 / Pacific Avenue): Lane positioning matters here; 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.
Between Virginia Beach, VA and Hampton, VA, road signs point toward Richmond and Military Highway.
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