How far is Burke, VA from Hampton, VA?

The driving distance from Burke, VA to Hampton, VA is about 166.6 miles (268.1 km), with a travel time of about 02h 53m by car.

  • The straight-line flight distance is about 131.9 miles (212.3 km).
  • For a round trip, plan for roughly 05h 46m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
  • A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EDT.
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Reverse Route
Quick Snapshot
Road
166.6 mi
02h 53m
Flight
131.9 mi
212.27 km direct

This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.

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Flight Distance

Direct air line
131.9 mi
Kilometers
212.27 km
Flight Time
00h 15m

Driving Distance

Road route
166.6 mi
Kilometers
268.11 km
Drive Time
02h 53m

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Leave and Arrive Planner

Pick a departure time to see your estimated arrival and same-day return window.

Drive time stays fixed at 02h 53m.

Arrival Snapshot
Arrive in Hampton
Thu, Apr 16, 5:17 AM EDT
Return by in Burke
Thu, Apr 16, 8:10 AM EDT
Useful when you're deciding between a quick errand, a day trip, or a longer stop.
Leave Burke
2026-04-16T02:23
Arrive Hampton
Thu, Apr 16, 5:17 AM EDT
Route Timing
02h 53m
One way by road
Best Departure Window
8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EDT
Aim for a morning departure
Arrive between
10:53 AM to 12:53 PM EDT

A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.

Leave by
12:44 PM EDT
Keeps a same-day return open with about 03h 00m at the destination.
Back in Burke
9:30 PM EDT
Morning start is best

You are leaving earlier than the recommended window, which gives you extra margin for breaks and traffic.

Halfway Point

A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.

Mid-route stop
Glen Allen
VA

Town in Alabama, USA

From Burke
83.2 mi
01h 26m
To Hampton
83.4 mi
01h 26m

Route Weather Snapshot

Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.

Origin
92°F
Thursday

Mostly Sunny

Starts
Thu, Apr 16 6:00 AM EDT
Wind
5 to 14 mph SW
Destination
88°F
Thursday

Mostly Sunny

Starts
Thu, Apr 16 6:00 AM EDT
Wind
14 mph SW

Driving Route Map

The map below follows the saved road route between Burke and Hampton.

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Burke and Hampton.

  1. 1

    Start on Burke Road

    761 ft · 21 sec · Burke Road

  2. 2

    Turn left onto Burke Lake Road

    1.4 km · 2 min · Burke Lake Road

  3. 3

    Turn left onto Lee Chapel Road

    3.2 mi · 6 min · Lee Chapel Road

  4. 4

    Turn left onto Ox Road

    4.9 mi · 7 min · Ox Road

  5. 5

    Continue on Gordon Boulevard

    1.4 km · 2 min · Gordon Boulevard

  6. 6

    Take the exit slight right toward I 95 South: Fredericksburg

    1350 ft · 33 sec

  7. 7

    Merge slight left

    26 mi · 31 min

  8. 8

    Keep slight left

    48.6 mi · 53 min

  9. 9

    Take the exit slight left toward I 295 South: Williamsburg, Norfolk, Va Beach

    1.9 mi · 2 min

  10. 10

    Merge slight right onto Korean War Veterans Memorial Highway

    13 mi · 14 min · Korean War Veterans Memorial Highway

  11. 11

    Take the exit slight right toward I 64 East: Norfolk, Virginia Beach

    1.3 mi · 3 min

  12. 12

    Merge slight left

    64.2 mi · 1 hr 12 min

  13. 13

    Take the exit slight right toward Armistead Avenue, Langley Air Force Base

    757 ft · 26 sec

  14. 14

    Keep slight right to continue on Armistead Avenue, Langley Air Force Base

    61 m · 7 sec

  15. 15

    Turn straight onto Rip Rap Road

    805 ft · 21 sec · Rip Rap Road

  16. 16

    Turn sharp left onto North Armistead Avenue

    2084 ft · 1 min · North Armistead Avenue

  17. 17

    Turn left onto West Pembroke Avenue

    1465 ft · 42 sec · West Pembroke Avenue

  18. 18

    Turn right onto North King Street

    160 m · 20 sec · North King Street

  19. 19

    Continue on North King Street

    132 m · 19 sec · North King Street

  20. 20

    Arrive at your destination

    0 m · 1 sec · North King Street

Car Route Details

A richer read on the saved driving route between Burke and Hampton.

OSRM road route
Drive Character

Highway-focused drive

Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.

Directions
20 steps
7 turns on the saved route
Ramps & Exits
7
3 merges, 4 ramps or exits
Navigation Density
12 / 100 mi
Decision points by distance
Main Roads
I 95 South
74.9 mi · 45%
I 64 East
65.5 mi · 39%
Korean War Veterans Memorial Highway
13 mi · 8%
Ox Road
4.87 mi · 3%
Lee Chapel Road
3.22 mi · 2%
I 295 South
1.87 mi · 1%
Longest Stretch

I 64 East

Merge slight left

64.2 mi · 01h 12m

Route Summary

A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.

Trip Read

A comfortable day-trip route

This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.

Drive Time
02h 53m
Day trip friendly
Same-Day Return
05h 46m
Round-trip wheel time
Road vs Air
+34.7 mi
131.9 mi direct line
Halfway Stop
Glen Allen
01h 26m from Burke
Leave By
12:44 PM EDT
Morning start is best
Weather Watch

Mostly Sunny leaving Burke and Mostly Sunny near Hampton.

Trip Questions

Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.

How long does it take to drive from Burke to Hampton?

The road trip is about 166.6 miles (268.1 km) and usually takes 02h 53m in normal driving conditions.

Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?

This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.

What is the halfway point on this route?

Glen Allen is a useful midpoint, sitting about 83.2 miles from Burke and 83.4 miles from Hampton.

How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?

The direct path is about 131.9 miles (212.3 km), while the road route adds roughly 34.7 extra miles because roads do not follow the straight air line.

When is the best time to leave for this route?

A good departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 12:44 PM EDT.

How much will gas cost for this route?

Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $23.29 one way or $46.58 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 52.3 kg one way.

What should you check before leaving?

Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around Burke and Mostly Sunny near Hampton.

Stop Ideas Near Glen Allen

Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.

Mid-route Guidance
These suggestions come from reviewed places and nearby services around Glen Allen and the surrounding midpoint area.
Town Hall
Food stop 10 mi away

Town Hall

Richmond , VA
3123 W Cary St, Richmond, VA 23221
Rating 4.9/5 13 reviews Restaurant
Old City Hall
Scenic stop 10.8 mi away

Old City Hall

Richmond , VA
1001 E Broad St, Richmond, VA 23219, United States
Rating 4.4/5 32 reviews Tourist attraction,Land surveyor,Historical landmark
City of Richmond Virginia (City Hall)
Meeting point 10.7 mi away

City of Richmond Virginia (City Hall)

Richmond , VA
900 E Broad St, Richmond, VA 23219
Rating 2.9/5 40 reviews City government office,Police department,Tax assessor
City Hall
Nearby stop 10.7 mi away

City Hall

Richmond , VA
900 E Broad St, Richmond, VA 23219
Rating 3.9/5 85 reviews Bike sharing station

Transit and Meeting Points

Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Glen Allen.

RAIL

Richmond Staples Mill Road station

6 mi away
7519 Staples Mill Road
RAIL

Ashland

11 mi away
112 North Railroad Avenue
RAIL

Richmond Main Street Station

16 mi away
1500 East Main Street
RAIL

Petersburg station

48 mi away
3516 South Street

Flight Path Map

This map shows the direct air route between Burke and Hampton. Straight-line distance: 131.9 mi (212.27 km).

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#1 Burke

A census-designated place in Fairfax County, Virginia.

Population41,055
Coordinates38.7934500, -77.2716500
Altitude78
CountryUnited States
Hampton

#2 Hampton

The second most populous city in Virginia.

Population135,464
Coordinates37.0298700, -76.3452200
Altitude1
CountryUnited States
Start: Burke Road (-77.271605, 38.793475)
End: North King Street (-76.345318, 37.02985)

Estimated Travel Time

Distance: 268 km by road

SpeedTime
30 mph (48.3 km/h)05h 33m
40 mph (64.37 km/h)04h 09m
50 mph (80.47 km/h)03h 19m
60 mph (96.56 km/h)02h 46m
70 mph (112.65 km/h)02h 22m
80 mph (129 km/h)02h 04m

Fuel, Round Trip and CO2

Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.

One-way fuel
5.88 gal
22.25 L · about $23.29
Round trip
$46.58
11.76 gal · 44.5 L
Estimated CO2
52.3 kg one way
Round trip: 104.5 kg / 230 lb CO2, using regular gasoline.
Fuel$/galOne wayRound trip
Regular gas $3.96 $23.29 $46.58
Mid-grade $4.43 $26.04 $52.09
Premium $4.78 $28.09 $56.19
Diesel $5.62 $33.07 $66.14

Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.

Prices in Virginia · Apr 16, 2026

There is no time difference between Burke and Hampton. The current time is 02:23:51.

Distance to Other Cities

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How did we calculate? Place names are translated into coordinates. The Haversine formula calculates straight-line distance; driving distance uses road network data.