Trip from Weyers Cave, VA to Portsmouth Heights, VA

Drive Time

4h 5m

Distance

213.8 mi

344 km

Drive Score

9/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$34

one way

EV Charging

station data

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 39 min

4 AM

3h 52m ★

6 AM

4h 5m

8 AM

4h 31m

10 AM

4h 14m

12 PM

4h 12m

3 PM

4h 16m

5 PM

4h 30m

8 PM

3h 57m

Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.

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Portsmouth Heights, VA

Daniel Miller

Trip Overview

Spanning 213.8 miles from Weyers Cave to Portsmouth Heights, this journey across Virginia is a straightforward trip that typically takes about 4 hours and 5 minutes. Because the route is compact, it is perfectly suited for a single-day drive, allowing you to reach your destination without the need for an overnight stay. You can expect to spend approximately $34 on fuel for the trek. Since both the origin and destination are located within the Southeast region, the environment remains consistent throughout your travels. Whether you are heading out for business or a visit, the ease of this transit makes it a practical choice for those who prefer efficiency over a multi-day expedition.

Trip Pace

Same-day drive is realistic

A same-day return is possible, but it will make for a full day on the road.

Break Rhythm

1 planned break

Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.

Midpoint

106.9 miles from Weyers Cave, VA

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 58m into the drive .

Drive Character

This is a highway-focused drive, with 77% of your time spent on interstates like I-64, I-81, and the Korean War Veterans Memorial Highway. You will spend the bulk of your time behind the wheel on a long, 152.2-mile stretch along I-64, which dictates the steady pace of the trip. The route prioritizes speed and directness, trading winding local roads for the predictability of major thoroughfares. Expect a consistent experience as you transition between these primary arteries, as the interstate environment maintains a uniform feel for the majority of the four-hour duration.

Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.

There are about 20 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 152.2 miles.

How Hard Is This Drive?

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 64 and Korean War Veterans Memorial Highway. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near SR 2002 / Houff Road.

Route Complexity 7/10

Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers

This is a demanding drive. With 15 significant decision points across 213.8 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 (SR 2002 / Houff Road): Navigation decision point; at 104.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 128.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.

Critical Maneuvers

5 of 15 key points

These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.

0 mi into trip | ~0m in | SR 2002 / Houff Road

Turn right onto SR 2002 / Houff Road

Navigation decision point

104.7 mi into trip | ~1h 56m in

Take the exit toward I 295 North: Washington, Norfolk

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 177 Toward I 295 North: Washington, Norfolk

128.8 mi into trip | ~2h 22m 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

192.8 mi into trip | ~3h 35m in

Take the exit toward I 664 South: Downtown Newport News, Suffolk, Chesapeake

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 264 Toward I 664 South: Downtown Newport News, Suff...

209.6 mi into trip | ~3h 56m in

Take the exit toward VA 337 East: Portsmouth Boulevard, Portsmouth

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Use the right lane. Exit 11B Toward VA 337 East: Portsmouth Boulevard, Ports...

Towns Along This Route

Between Weyers Cave, VA and Portsmouth Heights, VA, road signs point toward Norfolk, Virginia Beach, Suffolk and Chesapeake.

Norfolk

104.7 mi in | ~1h 56m

Virginia Beach

128.8 mi in | ~2h 22m

Suffolk

192.8 mi in | ~3h 35m

Chesapeake

192.8 mi in | ~3h 35m

Main Roads

Road	Distance	Duration
I 64	152.2 mi	2h 47m
Korean War Veterans Memorial Highway	22.9 mi	25m
I 81	13 mi	14m
Hampton Roads Beltway	12.1 mi	15m
Monitor-Merrimac Memorial Bridge-Tunnel	4.3 mi	5m
Portsmouth Boulevard	3.5 mi	6m
Weyers Cave Road	0.9 mi	1m
Houff Road	0.3 mi	1m

Longest stretch: I 64 — 152.2 mi, about 2h 47m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Weyers Cave, VA and Portsmouth Heights, VA.

Start on SR 2001

187 ft · 13 sec · Depot Road

Turn right onto SR 2002

0.3 mi · 1 min · Houff Road

Turn right onto VA 256

0.9 mi · 1 min · Weyers Cave Road

Use the straight lane.

Take the ramp

0.2 mi · 27 sec

Merge onto I 81

13 mi · 14 min · I 81

Take the exit

0.6 mi · 53 sec

Toward I 64 East: Richmond

Merge onto I 64

90 mi · 1 hr 37 min · I 64

Use the none lane.

Take the exit

1.2 mi · 1 min

Exit 177 Toward I 295 North: Washington, Norfolk Use the slight right lane.

Continue on I 295

23 mi · 25 min · Korean War Veterans Memorial Highway

Use the none lane.

Take the exit

1.3 mi · 2 min

Exit 28A Toward I 64 East: Norfolk, Virginia Beach Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Merge onto I 64

63 mi · 1 hr 9 min · I 64

Use the none lane.

Take the exit

0.5 mi · 36 sec

Exit 264 Toward I 664 South: Downtown Newport News, Suffolk, Chesapeake Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Merge onto I 664

6.1 mi · 7 min · Hampton Roads Beltway

Use the none lane.

Continue on I 664

4.3 mi · 5 min · Monitor-Merrimac Memorial Bridge-Tunnel

Continue on I 664

5.9 mi · 7 min · Hampton Roads Beltway

Use the none lane.

Take the exit

0.3 mi · 35 sec

Exit 11B Toward VA 337 East: Portsmouth Boulevard, Portsmouth Use the right lane.

Turn straight onto VA 337

3.5 mi · 6 min · Portsmouth Boulevard

Use the none lane.

Turn left onto Byers Avenue

0.3 mi · 1 min · Byers Avenue

Use the left lane.

Turn right onto Vick Street

464 ft · 20 sec · Vick Street

Arrive at destination

Vick Street

Trip Plan

To keep your drive smooth, plan for at least one well-timed stop to break up the 213.8-mile journey. Since the route relies heavily on major interstates, check local traffic reports before you leave Weyers Cave to avoid potential congestion on I-64 or I-81. Departing early in the morning can help you bypass peak travel hours and make your 4-hour and 5-minute trip feel more manageable. With a fuel budget of $34, filling up before you leave ensures you won't need to hunt for stations during your longest stretches. Remember that because this is a single-day trip, you have the flexibility to adjust your departure time based on your personal energy levels and daily schedule.

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 106.9 miles from Weyers Cave, VA, or about 1h 58m into the drive.

The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 152.2 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 29m in

Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.

Halfway reset

Around 106.9 miles or 1h 58m in

This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.

Final approach

Final hour starts around 3h 15m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Portsmouth Heights, VA than in the middle of the route.

Before You Leave

Open the route before leaving Weyers Cave, VA so your first major turns are already loaded.

Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.

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 Weyers Cave, VA

This is one driving day of about 213.8 miles and 4h 5m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Weyers Cave, 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 64 for about 152.2 miles.

Where to Stop

Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.

Halfway Point

Midpoint

About 106.9 mi from Weyers Cave, VA · 1h 58m into the drive

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Middletown, MD

107 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

Middletown, MD

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Middletown, MD

Meal break

The midpoint is around 106.9 miles from Weyers Cave, VA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Before the longest stretch

Fuel check

Top up before I 64 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 152.2 miles.

Arriving in Portsmouth Heights, VA

The final approach into Portsmouth Heights, 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 Portsmouth Heights, VA.

After long uninterrupted mileage, take five minutes before the last urban segment to reset and refocus on exits, merges, and city traffic.

These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$34.22 one way

$68.43 round trip

$4.07/gal 25.4 MPG avg 75 kg CO₂

Fuel Type	$/gal	One Way	Round Trip
midgrade	$4.43	$37.28	$74.56
premium	$4.78	$40.22	$80.44
diesel	$5.64	$47.50	$95.00

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$34

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$59–$84

Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.

Estimated CO2 emission: 74.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.

Driving Electric?

About $22 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO₂

Vehicle Type	kWh	Stops	DC Fast	Home Charge
Average EV	64.1	0	$22.45	$10.26
Efficient EV	53.5	0	$18.71	$8.55
EV Truck/SUV	85.5	1	$29.93	$13.68

Gas CO2

75 kg

EV CO2

25 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.

Forecast data refreshed 2 days ago

Origin

Weyers Cave, VA

Evening in Weyers Cave on Sunday

Local time

5:14 PM

EDT

Current temp

63°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Portsmouth Heights, VA

Evening in Portsmouth Heights on Sunday

Local time

5:14 PM

EDT

Current temp

66°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Along the Route

86°F

Middletown, MD

107 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

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

4h 5m on the road

An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.

Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.

Frequently Asked Questions

The drive from Weyers Cave, VA to Portsmouth Heights, VA covers 213.8 miles and takes about 4h 5m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.

The main roads are I 64, Korean War Veterans Memorial Highway, I 81. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.

This is a comfortable same-day trip.

The midpoint is about 106.9 miles from Weyers Cave, VA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.

At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $34.22 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. Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.

Between Weyers Cave, VA and Portsmouth Heights, VA, road signs point toward Norfolk, Virginia Beach, Suffolk and Chesapeake.

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Trip from Weyers Cave, VA to Portsmouth Heights, VA

Best Time to Leave

Trip Overview

Drive Character

How Hard Is This Drive?

Critical Maneuvers

Towns Along This Route

Main Roads

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Trip Plan

Before You Leave

Where to Stop

Pacing Suggestions

Arriving in Portsmouth Heights, VA

Fuel & Cost

Travel Intel

Weyers Cave, VA

Portsmouth Heights, VA

Same local time

3 degrees warmer at arrival

4h 5m on the road

Frequently Asked Questions

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