Origin
Windsor, VA
Evening in Windsor on Wednesday
Local time
7:12 PM
EDT
Current temp
72°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Windsor, VA to Newport News, VA
Last recalculated Apr 15, 2026
Drive Time
1h 7m
Distance
56.4 mi
91 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$9
one way
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 2m
★
6 AM
1h 7m
8 AM
1h 18m
10 AM
1h 11m
12 PM
1h 10m
3 PM
1h 12m
5 PM
1h 18m
8 PM
1h 4m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Windsor, VA
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Newport News, VA
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Trip Overview
This straightforward 56.4-mile drive from Windsor to Newport News, Virginia, can be completed in about 1 hour and 7 minutes, making it an easy day trip. The route primarily utilizes VA 33, Pocahontas Trail, and White Oak Road, with a significant 94% of the journey on highway. With an estimated fuel cost of $9, this is an economical option for a short excursion. Both your origin and destination are in the Southeast region, so you'll remain within familiar territory throughout this drive. It’s a quick hop that doesn’t require an overnight stay.
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
28.2 miles from Windsor, VA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 34m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a highway-focused experience for most of this 56.4-mile trip, as 94% of the route involves highway driving. You'll encounter a substantial uninterrupted stretch of 53 miles on VA 33, offering a consistent pace. The road generally maintains its highway character, allowing for efficient travel between Windsor and Newport News. While the majority is highway, be aware that local roads like Pocahontas Trail and White Oak Road will eventually guide you to your destination.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 15 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
VA 33 is the longest continuous segment at about 53 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on VA 33 and Pocahontas Trail. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near Rasmussen Drive.
Route Complexity
4/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
This is a straightforward 1h 7m drive. You will face about 10 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (Rasmussen Drive): Navigation decision point; at 2.1 miles (VA 33 / New Kent Highway): Lane positioning matters here; at 2.2 miles (VA 33): Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 10 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
0 mi into trip
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~0m in
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Rasmussen Drive
Turn right onto Rasmussen Drive
Navigation decision point
6
2.1 mi into trip
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~5m in
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VA 33 / New Kent Highway
Turn left onto VA 33 / New Kent Highway
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
6
2.2 mi into trip
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~5m in
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VA 33
Take the ramp onto VA 33 toward I 64 East, VA 33 East: West Point, Norfolk
Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward I 64 East, VA 33 East: West Point, Norfo...
7
55.3 mi into trip
|
~1h 4m 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
56.4 mi into trip
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~1h 7m in
At end of road, turn right
Complex interchange - multiple decisions in a short stretch
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| VA 33 | 53 mi | 58m |
| Pocahontas Trail | 0.7 mi | 1m |
| White Oak Road | 0.5 mi | 1m |
| Stockholm Drive | 0.5 mi | 1m |
| Diligence Drive | 0.5 mi | 1m |
| East Williamsburg Road | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| New Kent Highway | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| Thimble Shoals Boulevard | 0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
VA 33
— 53 mi, about 58m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Windsor, VA and Newport News, VA.
1
Start on Gaardahl Drive
256 ft
·
13 sec
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Gaardahl Drive
2
Turn right onto Rasmussen Drive
506 ft
·
24 sec
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Rasmussen Drive
3
Turn right onto Stockholm Drive
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
Stockholm Drive
4
Turn left onto White Oak Road
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
White Oak Road
5
At end of road, turn right onto US 60; VA 33
0.2 mi
·
15 sec
·
East Williamsburg Road
6
Continue on US 60; VA 33
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Pocahontas Trail
7
Turn left onto VA 33
0.2 mi
·
17 sec
·
New Kent Highway
Use the left lane.
8
Take the ramp onto VA 33
53 mi
·
58 min
·
VA 33
Toward I 64 East, VA 33 East: West Point, Norfolk
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
51 sec
Exit 258A
Toward US 17 South: J Clyde Morris Boulevard
Use the slight right lane.
10
Turn straight onto US 17
0.1 mi
·
10 sec
·
J Clyde Morris Boulevard
11
Turn right onto Diligence Drive
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
Diligence Drive
12
At end of road, turn right onto Thimble Shoals Boulevard
0.1 mi
·
19 sec
·
Thimble Shoals Boulevard
13
Turn left
413 ft
·
33 sec
14
At end of road, turn right
82 ft
·
6 sec
15
Arrive at destination
Trip Plan
Given its short duration of just over an hour, this route offers great flexibility. You can leave Windsor at your leisure, perhaps after a relaxed morning, and still arrive in Newport News without feeling rushed. Since there are no specified stops and the longest stretch is 53 miles, you likely won't need to plan for many breaks, though it’s always wise to have your fuel tank topped off before you depart. Keep an eye out for the transition from VA 33 to Pocahontas Trail, as this marks a slight shift in the road's character as you near Newport News.
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 28.2 miles from Windsor, VA, or about 34m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 53 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 56.4 miles or 1h 7m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 28.2 miles or 34m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 56m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Newport News, VA than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Windsor, 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 Windsor, VA
This is one driving day of about 56.4 miles and 1h 7m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Windsor, 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 VA 33 for about 53 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 28.2 mi from Windsor, VA · 34m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
28 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 56.4 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 28.2 miles from Windsor, VA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
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.
Try to arrive with enough fuel left to skip an immediate station stop unless you already know the area around Newport News, 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
$8.82 one way
$17.64 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
20 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.34 | $9.64 | $19.29 |
| premium | $4.70 | $10.44 | $20.88 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $12.45 | $24.90 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$9
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$34–$59
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 19.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $6 in charging · 0 stops · 65% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 16.9 | 0 | $5.92 | $2.71 |
| Efficient EV | 14.1 | 0 | $4.94 | $2.26 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 22.6 | 0 | $7.90 | $3.61 |
Gas CO2
20 kg
EV CO2
7 kg (65% 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
Evening in Newport News on Wednesday
Local time
7:12 PM
EDT
Current temp
69°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
77°F
Middletown, MD
28 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 cooler at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
1h 7m 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 Windsor, VA to Newport News, VA covers 56.4 miles and takes about 1h 7m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are VA 33, Pocahontas Trail, White Oak Road. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 28.2 miles from Windsor, VA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $8.82 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 straightforward 1h 7m drive. You will face about 10 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (Rasmussen Drive): Navigation decision point; at 2.1 miles (VA 33 / New Kent Highway): Lane positioning matters here; at 2.2 miles (VA 33): Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
The route from Windsor, VA to Newport News, VA does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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