How far is Chilhowie, VA from Hampton, VA?
The driving distance from Chilhowie, VA to Hampton, VA is about 367.3 miles (591.1 km), with a travel time of about 05h 40m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 295.2 miles (475.1 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 11h 21m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM EDT.
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Drive time stays fixed at 05h 40m.
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Chilhowie and Hampton.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Chilhowie and Hampton.
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Start on Whitetop Road
1730 ft · 42 sec · Whitetop Road
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Take the ramp left
944 ft · 23 sec
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Merge slight left
45.9 mi · 49 min
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Keep slight left to continue on I 81 North, US 11 North: Roanoke
139.7 mi · 2 hr 34 min
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Continue straight
1353 ft · 18 sec
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Keep slight right to continue on I 64 East: Richmond
90 mi · 1 hr 38 min
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Take the exit slight right toward I 295 North: Washington, Norfolk
1.2 mi · 2 min
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Continue on Korean War Veterans Memorial Highway
22.9 mi · 25 min · Korean War Veterans Memorial Highway
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Take the exit slight right toward I 64 East: Norfolk, Virginia Beach
1.3 mi · 3 min
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Merge slight left
64.2 mi · 1 hr 12 min
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Take the exit slight right toward Armistead Avenue, Langley Air Force Base
757 ft · 26 sec
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Keep slight right to continue on Armistead Avenue, Langley Air Force Base
61 m · 7 sec
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Turn straight onto Rip Rap Road
805 ft · 21 sec · Rip Rap Road
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Turn sharp left onto North Armistead Avenue
2084 ft · 1 min · North Armistead Avenue
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Turn left onto West Pembroke Avenue
1465 ft · 42 sec · West Pembroke Avenue
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Turn right onto North King Street
160 m · 20 sec · North King Street
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Continue on North King Street
132 m · 19 sec · North King Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · North King Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Chilhowie and Hampton.
Long-distance drive
This route is long enough that fuel, rest stops, weather, and timing matter more than any single maneuver.
I 81 North
Keep slight left to continue on I 81 North, US 11 North: Roanoke
140 mi · 02h 34m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A longer out-and-back drive
This is still possible in one day, but it becomes a long driving day. Leaving early and planning your stop window matters more here.
Mostly Cloudy leaving Chilhowie 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 Chilhowie to Hampton?
The road trip is about 367.3 miles (591.1 km) and usually takes 05h 40m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This is still possible in one day, but it becomes a long driving day. Leaving early and planning your stop window matters more here.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Jolivue is a useful midpoint, sitting about 183.4 miles from Chilhowie and 183.9 miles from Hampton.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 295.2 miles (475.1 km), while the road route adds roughly 72.1 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 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM EDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 5:38 AM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $51.33 one way or $102.67 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 115.2 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Cloudy around Chilhowie and Mostly Sunny near Hampton.
Stop Ideas Near Jolivue
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Jolivue.
Staunton station
Charlottesville Union Station
Clifton Forge
Kemper Street station
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Chilhowie and Hampton. Straight-line distance: 295.23 mi (475.13 km).
#1 Chilhowie
Town in Smyth County, Virginia, United States
| Population | 1,698 |
| Coordinates | 36.7984500, -81.6823400 |
| Altitude | 595 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Hampton
The second most populous city in Virginia.
| Population | 135,464 |
| Coordinates | 37.0298700, -76.3452200 |
| Altitude | 1 |
| Country | United States |
End: North King Street (-76.345318, 37.02985)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 591 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 12h 14m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 09h 10m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 07h 20m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 06h 07m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 05h 14m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 04h 34m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
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| Regular gas | $3.96 | $51.33 | $102.67 |
| Mid-grade | $4.43 | $57.40 | $114.80 |
| Premium | $4.78 | $61.92 | $123.85 |
| Diesel | $5.62 | $72.89 | $145.77 |
Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.
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