How far is Merrimac, VA from Hampton, VA?
The driving distance from Merrimac, VA to Hampton, VA is about 162.1 miles (260.8 km), with a travel time of about 02h 42m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 136.5 miles (219.7 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 05h 25m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EST.
Reverse, save, or send this route
This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination. Copy the route link, send it to another device, or print a clean version before you head out.
This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.
Flight Distance
Driving Distance
Gas Cost Calculator
Leave and Arrive Planner
Pick a departure time to see your estimated arrival and same-day return window.
Drive time stays fixed at 02h 42m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
This departure sits inside the recommended comfort window for the route.
Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
Census designated place
Route Weather Snapshot
Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.
Patchy Frost then Sunny
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Merrimac and Hampton.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Merrimac and Hampton.
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Start on James Monroe Highway
4.3 mi · 5 min · James Monroe Highway
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Continue on James Madison Highway
1 mi · 1 min · James Madison Highway
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Take the exit slight right toward US 522, VA 3: Mineral, Fredericksburg
1126 ft · 31 sec
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Turn right onto Germanna Highway
18 mi · 25 min · Germanna Highway
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Continue on Plank Road
12.3 mi · 19 min · Plank Road
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Take the exit slight right toward I 95 South: Richmond
2034 ft · 49 sec
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Merge slight left
44.2 mi · 48 min
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Take the exit slight left toward I 295 South: Williamsburg, Norfolk, Va Beach
1.9 mi · 2 min
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Merge slight right onto Korean War Veterans Memorial Highway
13 mi · 14 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 · 40 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 Merrimac and Hampton.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
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.
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.
Patchy Frost then Sunny leaving Merrimac and Sunny near Hampton.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Merrimac to Hampton?
The road trip is about 162.1 miles (260.8 km) and usually takes 02h 42m 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?
Chamberlayne is a useful midpoint, sitting about 80.9 miles from Merrimac and 81.2 miles from Hampton.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 136.5 miles (219.7 km), while the road route adds roughly 25.6 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 EST. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 1:04 PM EST.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $22.26 one way or $44.52 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 50.8 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Patchy Frost then Sunny around Merrimac and Sunny near Hampton.
Stop Ideas Near Chamberlayne
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Town Hall
Old City Hall
City of Richmond Virginia (City Hall)
City Hall
Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Chamberlayne.
Richmond Staples Mill Road station
Richmond Main Street Station
Ashland
Petersburg station
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Merrimac and Hampton. Straight-line distance: 136.5 mi (219.67 km).
#1 Merrimac
Merrimac is a place in Virginia, United States.
| Population | 0 |
| Coordinates | 38.4526300, -78.0786100 |
| Altitude | 181 |
| 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: 261 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 05h 23m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 04h 03m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 03h 14m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 42m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 18m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 02h 01m |
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 | $3.89 | $22.26 | $44.52 |
| Mid-grade | $4.39 | $25.13 | $50.27 |
| Premium | $4.80 | $27.44 | $54.88 |
| Diesel | $6.18 | $35.34 | $70.69 |
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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