How far is Chamberlayne, VA from Hampton, VA?

The driving distance from Chamberlayne, VA to Hampton, VA is about 80.3 miles (129.3 km), with a travel time of about 01h 18m by car.

  • The straight-line flight distance is about 72.4 miles (116.5 km).
  • For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 36m 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
80.33 mi
01h 18m
Flight
72.4 mi
116.52 km direct

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

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Flight Distance

Direct air line
72.4 mi
Kilometers
116.52 km
Flight Time
00h 08m

Driving Distance

Road route
80.33 mi
Kilometers
129.28 km
Drive Time
01h 18m

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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 01h 18m.

Arrival Snapshot
Arrive in Hampton
Fri, Apr 17, 12:09 AM EDT
Return by in Chamberlayne
Fri, Apr 17, 1:28 AM EDT
Useful when you're deciding between a quick errand, a day trip, or a longer stop.
Leave Chamberlayne
2026-04-16T22:51
Arrive Hampton
Fri, Apr 17, 12:09 AM EDT
Route Timing
01h 18m
One way by road
Best Departure Window
8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EDT
Aim for a morning departure
Arrive between
9:18 AM to 11:18 AM EDT

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

Leave by
3:54 PM EDT
Keeps a same-day return open with about 03h 00m at the destination.
Back in Chamberlayne
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
West Point
VA

Town in King William County, Virginia

From Chamberlayne
40.1 mi
00h 39m
To Hampton
40.2 mi
00h 39m

Route Weather Snapshot

Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.

Origin
93°F
Thursday

Mostly Sunny

Starts
Thu, Apr 16 6:00 AM EDT
Wind
6 to 10 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 Chamberlayne and Hampton.

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

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

  1. 1

    Start on Wilkinson Road

    1907 ft · 42 sec · Wilkinson Road

  2. 2

    Turn right onto Chamberlayne Road

    1.3 mi · 2 min · Chamberlayne Road

  3. 3

    Take the ramp slight right toward I 295 South: Norfolk, Rocky Mount NC

    3147 ft · 1 min

  4. 4

    Merge slight left onto Korean War Veterans Memorial Highway

    11.4 mi · 12 min · Korean War Veterans Memorial Highway

  5. 5

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

    1.3 mi · 3 min

  6. 6

    Merge slight left

    64.2 mi · 1 hr 12 min

  7. 7

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

    757 ft · 26 sec

  8. 8

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

    61 m · 7 sec

  9. 9

    Turn straight onto Rip Rap Road

    805 ft · 21 sec · Rip Rap Road

  10. 10

    Turn sharp left onto North Armistead Avenue

    2084 ft · 1 min · North Armistead Avenue

  11. 11

    Turn left onto West Pembroke Avenue

    1465 ft · 40 sec · West Pembroke Avenue

  12. 12

    Turn right onto North King Street

    160 m · 20 sec · North King Street

  13. 13

    Continue on North King Street

    132 m · 19 sec · North King Street

  14. 14

    Arrive at your destination

    0 m · 1 sec · North King Street

Car Route Details

A richer read on the saved driving route between Chamberlayne 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
14 steps
5 turns on the saved route
Ramps & Exits
5
2 merges, 3 ramps or exits
Navigation Density
17.4 / 100 mi
Decision points by distance
Main Roads
I 64 East
65.5 mi · 81%
Korean War Veterans Memorial Highway
11.4 mi · 14%
Chamberlayne Road
1.31 mi · 2%
I 295 South
0.6 mi · 1%
North Armistead Avenue
0.39 mi
Wilkinson Road
0.36 mi
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
01h 18m
Day trip friendly
Same-Day Return
02h 36m
Round-trip wheel time
Road vs Air
+7.9 mi
72.4 mi direct line
Halfway Stop
West Point
00h 39m from Chamberlayne
Leave By
3:54 PM EDT
Morning start is best
Weather Watch

Mostly Sunny leaving Chamberlayne 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 Chamberlayne to Hampton?

The road trip is about 80.3 miles (129.3 km) and usually takes 01h 18m 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?

West Point is a useful midpoint, sitting about 40.1 miles from Chamberlayne and 40.2 miles from Hampton.

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

The direct path is about 72.4 miles (116.5 km), while the road route adds roughly 7.9 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 3:54 PM EDT.

How much will gas cost for this route?

Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $11.21 one way or $22.42 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 25.2 kg one way.

What should you check before leaving?

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

Stop Ideas Near West Point

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 West Point and the surrounding midpoint area.
Stop photo coming soon
Practical stop 8.7 mi away

James City County

West Point
County government office,Service establishment
James City County Government Center
Meeting point 14.7 mi away

James City County Government Center

Williamsburg , VA
101 Mounts Bay Rd, Williamsburg, VA 23185
Rating 2.3/5 3 reviews Municipal administration office,Economic development agency,Local government office,County government office,Municipal Department Communication,Municipal Department Finance,Municipal Department of Tourism
Legacy Hall
Nearby stop 11 mi away

Legacy Hall

Williamsburg , VA
4301 New Town Ave, Williamsburg, VA 23188
Rating 4.5/5 37 reviews Event venue

Transit and Meeting Points

Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to West Point.

RAIL

Williamsburg Transportation Center

29 mi away
468 North Boundary Street
RAIL

Richmond Main Street Station

56 mi away
1500 East Main Street
RAIL

Richmond Staples Mill Road station

62 mi away
7519 Staples Mill Road
RAIL

Ashland

65 mi away
112 North Railroad Avenue

Flight Path Map

This map shows the direct air route between Chamberlayne and Hampton. Straight-line distance: 72.4 mi (116.52 km).

Chamberlayne

#1 Chamberlayne

Census designated place

Population5,456
Coordinates37.6265300, -77.4285900
Altitude50
CountryUnited States
Hampton

#2 Hampton

The second most populous city in Virginia.

Population135,464
Coordinates37.0298700, -76.3452200
Altitude1
CountryUnited States
Start: Wilkinson Road (-77.429182, 37.626001)
End: North King Street (-76.345318, 37.02985)

Estimated Travel Time

Distance: 129 km by road

SpeedTime
30 mph (48.3 km/h)02h 40m
40 mph (64.37 km/h)02h 00m
50 mph (80.47 km/h)01h 36m
60 mph (96.56 km/h)01h 20m
70 mph (112.65 km/h)01h 08m
80 mph (129 km/h)01h 00m

Fuel, Round Trip and CO2

Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.

One-way fuel
2.83 gal
10.73 L · about $11.21
Round trip
$22.42
5.66 gal · 21.46 L
Estimated CO2
25.2 kg one way
Round trip: 50.3 kg / 111 lb CO2, using regular gasoline.
Fuel$/galOne wayRound trip
Regular gas $3.96 $11.21 $22.42
Mid-grade $4.43 $12.53 $25.07
Premium $4.78 $13.52 $27.04
Diesel $5.62 $15.92 $31.83

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 17, 2026

There is no time difference between Chamberlayne and Hampton. The current time is 22:51:13.

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.