How far is East Hampton, VA from West Point, VA?

The driving distance from East Hampton, VA to West Point, VA is about 51.9 miles (83.5 km), with a travel time of about 01h 06m by car.

  • The straight-line flight distance is about 42.6 miles (68.6 km).
  • For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 12m 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
51.89 mi
01h 06m
Flight
42.64 mi
68.63 km direct

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

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Flight Distance

Direct air line
42.64 mi
Kilometers
68.63 km
Flight Time
00h 05m

Driving Distance

Road route
51.89 mi
Kilometers
83.51 km
Drive Time
01h 06m

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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 06m.

Arrival Snapshot
Arrive in West Point
Thu, Apr 23, 10:05 AM EDT
Return by in East Hampton
Thu, Apr 23, 11:11 AM EDT
Useful when you're deciding between a quick errand, a day trip, or a longer stop.
Leave East Hampton
2026-04-23T08:59
Arrive West Point
Thu, Apr 23, 10:05 AM EDT
Route Timing
01h 06m
One way by road
Best Departure Window
8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EDT
Aim for a morning departure
Arrive between
9:06 AM to 11:06 AM EDT

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

Leave by
4:18 PM EDT
Keeps a same-day return open with about 03h 00m at the destination.
Back in East Hampton
9:30 PM EDT
Morning start is best

This departure sits inside the recommended comfort window for the route.

Halfway Point

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

Mid-route stop
Williamsburg
VA

Independent city in Virginia, United States

From East Hampton
25.9 mi
00h 33m
To West Point
26 mi
00h 33m

Route Weather Snapshot

Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.

Origin
79°F
Thursday

Sunny

Starts
Thu, Apr 23 6:00 AM EDT
Wind
7 mph N
Destination
82°F
Thursday

Sunny

Starts
Thu, Apr 23 6:00 AM EDT
Wind
2 to 6 mph NW

Driving Route Map

The map below follows the saved road route between East Hampton and West Point.

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between East Hampton and West Point.

  1. 1

    Start on Southerland Drive

    1063 ft · 47 sec · Southerland Drive

  2. 2

    Turn left onto East Mercury Boulevard

    3.7 mi · 7 min · East Mercury Boulevard

  3. 3

    Take the ramp slight right toward I 64 West, SR 134 North: Williamsburg, Richmond

    1.4 km · 2 min

  4. 4

    Keep slight left

    35.3 mi · 40 min

  5. 5

    Take the exit slight right toward VA 30: West Point, Toano

    1683 ft · 28 sec

  6. 6

    Keep slight right

    908 ft · 19 sec

  7. 7

    Turn straight onto Old Stage Road

    1.9 mi · 3 min · Old Stage Road

  8. 8

    Continue on New Kent Highway

    4.2 mi · 6 min · New Kent Highway

  9. 9

    Turn right onto Eltham Road

    4.9 mi · 8 min · Eltham Road

  10. 10

    Turn right onto Main Street

    2127 ft · 59 sec · Main Street

  11. 11

    Arrive at your destination

    0 m · 1 sec · Main Street

Car Route Details

A richer read on the saved driving route between East Hampton and West Point.

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
11 steps
4 turns on the saved route
Ramps & Exits
2
0 merges, 2 ramps or exits
Navigation Density
21.2 / 100 mi
Decision points by distance
Main Roads
I 64 West
36.2 mi · 70%
Eltham Road
4.85 mi · 9%
New Kent Highway
4.2 mi · 8%
East Mercury Boulevard
3.69 mi · 7%
Old Stage Road
1.87 mi · 4%
VA 30
0.49 mi · 1%
Longest Stretch

I 64 West

Keep slight left

35.3 mi · 00h 40m

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 06m
Day trip friendly
Same-Day Return
02h 12m
Round-trip wheel time
Road vs Air
+9.3 mi
42.6 mi direct line
Halfway Stop
Williamsburg
00h 33m from East Hampton
Leave By
4:18 PM EDT
Morning start is best
Weather Watch

Sunny leaving East Hampton and Sunny near West Point.

Trip Questions

Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.

How long does it take to drive from East Hampton to West Point?

The road trip is about 51.9 miles (83.5 km) and usually takes 01h 06m 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?

Williamsburg is a useful midpoint, sitting about 25.9 miles from East Hampton and 26 miles from West Point.

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

The direct path is about 42.6 miles (68.6 km), while the road route adds roughly 9.3 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 4:18 PM EDT.

How much will gas cost for this route?

Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $7.25 one way or $14.50 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 16.3 kg one way.

What should you check before leaving?

Before you leave, expect Sunny around East Hampton and Sunny near West Point.

Stop Ideas Near Williamsburg

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 Williamsburg and the surrounding midpoint area.
Stop photo coming soon
Practical stop 6 mi away

James City County

Williamsburg
County government office,Service establishment
James City County Government Center
Meeting point 2.3 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 5 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 Williamsburg.

RAIL

Williamsburg Transportation Center

1 mi away
468 North Boundary Street
RAIL

Newport News station

36 mi away
9304 Warwick Boulevard
BUS

Norfolk

59 mi away
215 W York Street
RAIL

Petersburg station

64 mi away
3516 South Street

Flight Path Map

This map shows the direct air route between East Hampton and West Point. Straight-line distance: 42.64 mi (68.63 km).

East Hampton

#1 East Hampton

Town in New York

Population147,993
Coordinates37.0373700, -76.3316100
Altitude1
CountryUnited States
West Point

#2 West Point

Town in King William County, Virginia

Population3,310
Coordinates37.5315300, -76.7963500
Altitude19
CountryUnited States
Start: East Hampton (-76.33161, 37.03737)
End: West Point (-76.79635, 37.53153)

Estimated Travel Time

Distance: 84 km by road

SpeedTime
30 mph (48.3 km/h)01h 43m
40 mph (64.37 km/h)01h 17m
50 mph (80.47 km/h)01h 02m
60 mph (96.56 km/h)00h 51m
70 mph (112.65 km/h)00h 44m
80 mph (129 km/h)00h 38m

Fuel, Round Trip and CO2

Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.

One-way fuel
1.83 gal
6.93 L · about $7.25
Round trip
$14.50
3.66 gal · 13.86 L
Estimated CO2
16.3 kg one way
Round trip: 32.5 kg / 72 lb CO2, using regular gasoline.
Fuel$/galOne wayRound trip
Regular gas $3.96 $7.25 $14.50
Mid-grade $4.43 $8.11 $16.21
Premium $4.78 $8.74 $17.49
Diesel $5.62 $10.29 $20.58

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 23, 2026

There is no time difference between East Hampton and West Point. The current time is 08:59:01.

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.