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 Portsmouth Heights, VA
Last recalculated Apr 15, 2026
Drive Time
1h 41m
Distance
82.2 mi
132 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$13
one way
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 34m
★
6 AM
1h 41m
8 AM
1h 57m
10 AM
1h 47m
12 PM
1h 45m
3 PM
1h 47m
5 PM
1h 56m
8 PM
1h 37m
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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Portsmouth Heights, VA
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Trip Overview
This straightforward 82.2-mile drive from Windsor, VA, to Portsmouth Heights, VA, is designed for a single day, taking approximately 1 hour and 41 minutes. The route is primarily highway-focused, with about 72% of the journey on major roads, including VA 33 and the Hampton Roads Beltway, which features the Monitor-Merrimac Memorial Bridge-Tunnel. You can expect a fuel cost of around $13 for this trip. Given its manageable length and duration, it’s an ideal day trip without the need for an overnight stay. The drive stays within the Southeast region of Virginia, offering a consistent experience throughout.
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
41.1 miles from Windsor, VA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 48m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a highway-focused drive for the majority of this 82.2-mile trip. With 72% of the route on major arteries like VA 33 and the Hampton Roads Beltway, you'll experience relatively fast travel. The longest uninterrupted stretch covers 59 miles on VA 33, indicating a substantial period of consistent driving before encountering potential changes. This profile suggests a journey where efficiency is key, with fewer opportunities for spontaneous stops along the main thoroughfares.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 17 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 59 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on VA 33 and Hampton Roads Beltway. You will hit about 12 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near Rasmussen Drive.
Route Complexity
5/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 82.2 miles you will encounter 12 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: 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 12 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...
8
61.2 mi into trip
|
~1h 11m 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...
8
78.1 mi into trip
|
~1h 32m 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 Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Windsor, VA and Portsmouth Heights, VA, road signs point toward Suffolk, Chesapeake and Portsmouth.
Suffolk
61.2 mi in
|
~1h 11m
Chesapeake
61.2 mi in
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~1h 11m
Portsmouth
78.1 mi in
|
~1h 32m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| VA 33 | 59 mi | 1h 5m |
| Hampton Roads Beltway | 12.1 mi | 15m |
| Monitor-Merrimac Memorial Bridge-Tunnel | 4.3 mi | 5m |
| Portsmouth Boulevard | 3.5 mi | 6m |
| Pocahontas Trail | 0.7 mi | 1m |
| White Oak Road | 0.5 mi | 1m |
| Stockholm Drive | 0.5 mi | 1m |
| Byers Avenue | 0.3 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
VA 33
— 59 mi, about 1h 5m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Windsor, VA and Portsmouth Heights, VA.
1
Start on Gaardahl Drive
256 ft
·
13 sec
·
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
59 mi
·
1 hr 5 min
·
VA 33
Toward I 64 East, VA 33 East: West Point, Norfolk
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9
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.
10
Merge onto I 664
6.1 mi
·
7 min
·
Hampton Roads Beltway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
11
Continue on I 664
4.3 mi
·
5 min
·
Monitor-Merrimac Memorial Bridge-Tunnel
12
Continue on I 664
5.9 mi
·
7 min
·
Hampton Roads Beltway
13
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
35 sec
Exit 11B
Toward VA 337 East: Portsmouth Boulevard, Portsmouth
Use the right lane.
14
Turn straight onto VA 337
3.5 mi
·
6 min
·
Portsmouth Boulevard
Use the straight / right lanes.
15
Turn left onto Byers Avenue
0.3 mi
·
1 min
·
Byers Avenue
Use the left lane.
16
Turn right onto Vick Street
464 ft
·
20 sec
·
Vick Street
17
Arrive at destination
Vick Street
Trip Plan
For this 1 hour and 41-minute drive, leaving during off-peak hours can help you avoid potential traffic, especially around the Hampton Roads Beltway and the Monitor-Merrimac Memorial Bridge-Tunnel. Since the longest stretch is 59 miles on VA 33, plan for your fuel needs before embarking on that segment. With a total duration under two hours and no designated stops in the data, this route offers flexibility; you can depart at your convenience. Consider checking bridge-tunnel status before you leave, as they can sometimes experience delays.
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 41.1 miles from Windsor, VA, or about 48m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 59 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 36m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 41.1 miles or 48m 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 22m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Portsmouth Heights, 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 82.2 miles and 1h 41m.
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 59 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 41.1 mi from Windsor, VA · 48m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
41 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 41.1 miles from Windsor, VA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
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.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$12.85 one way
$25.71 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
29 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.34 | $14.05 | $28.11 |
| premium | $4.70 | $15.21 | $30.43 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $18.15 | $36.30 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$13
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$38–$63
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 28.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $9 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 24.7 | 0 | $8.63 | $3.95 |
| Efficient EV | 20.6 | 0 | $7.19 | $3.29 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 32.9 | 0 | $11.51 | $5.26 |
Gas CO2
29 kg
EV CO2
10 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
Portsmouth Heights, VA
Evening in Portsmouth Heights on Wednesday
Local time
7:12 PM
EDT
Current temp
69°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
77°F
Middletown, MD
41 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 41m 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 Portsmouth Heights, VA covers 82.2 miles and takes about 1h 41m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are VA 33, Hampton Roads Beltway, Monitor-Merrimac Memorial Bridge-Tunnel. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 41.1 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 $12.85 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 82.2 miles you will encounter 12 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: 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.
Between Windsor, VA and Portsmouth Heights, VA, road signs point toward Suffolk, Chesapeake and Portsmouth.
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