How far is Newport News, VA from Woodstock, VA?

The driving distance from Newport News, VA to Woodstock, VA is about 44.7 miles (72 km), with a travel time of about 01h 15m by car.

  • The straight-line flight distance is about 31.6 miles (50.9 km).
  • For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 31m 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
44.74 mi
01h 15m
Flight
31.61 mi
50.87 km direct

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

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Flight Distance

Direct air line
31.61 mi
Kilometers
50.87 km
Flight Time
00h 03m

Driving Distance

Road route
44.74 mi
Kilometers
72 km
Drive Time
01h 15m

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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 15m.

Arrival Snapshot
Arrive in Woodstock
Mon, Jun 1, 2:00 PM EDT
Return by in Newport News
Mon, Jun 1, 3:15 PM EDT
Useful when you're deciding between a quick errand, a day trip, or a longer stop.
Leave Newport News
2026-06-01T12:44
Arrive Woodstock
Mon, Jun 1, 2:00 PM EDT
Route Timing
01h 15m
One way by road
Best Departure Window
8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EDT
Aim for a morning departure
Arrive between
9:16 AM to 11:16 AM EDT

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

Leave by
3:58 PM EDT
Keeps a same-day return open with about 03h 00m at the destination.
Back in Newport News
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
Gloucester Courthouse
VA

Census designated place

From Newport News
22.4 mi
00h 37m
To Woodstock
22.4 mi
00h 37m

Route Weather Snapshot

Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.

Origin
79°F
Monday

Slight Chance Rain Showers

Starts
Mon, Jun 1 6:00 AM EDT
Wind
8 to 13 mph W
Destination
79°F
Monday

Partly Sunny

Starts
Mon, Jun 1 6:00 AM EDT
Wind
3 to 8 mph NW

Driving Route Map

The map below follows the saved road route between Newport News and Woodstock.

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Newport News and Woodstock.

  1. 1

    Start on the route

    25 m · 12 sec

  2. 2

    Turn left

    126 m · 32 sec

  3. 3

    At the end of the road, turn right onto Thimble Shoals Boulevard

    593 ft · 20 sec · Thimble Shoals Boulevard

  4. 4

    Turn left onto Diligence Drive

    2366 ft · 1 min · Diligence Drive

  5. 5

    Turn left onto J Clyde Morris Boulevard

    1.1 mi · 2 min · J Clyde Morris Boulevard

  6. 6

    Continue on George Washington Memorial Highway

    22.6 mi · 35 min · George Washington Memorial Highway

  7. 7

    Take the exit slight right

    806 ft · 22 sec

  8. 8

    Keep slight left

    1.2 mi · 2 min

  9. 9

    Turn right onto John Clayton Memorial Highway

    6.4 mi · 9 min · John Clayton Memorial Highway

  10. 10

    Turn left onto Windsor Road

    2.1 mi · 3 min · Windsor Road

  11. 11

    At the end of the road, turn right onto Buckley Hall Road

    1.6 mi · 2 min · Buckley Hall Road

  12. 12

    Turn left onto Twiggs Ferry Road

    4.6 mi · 6 min · Twiggs Ferry Road

  13. 13

    At the end of the road, turn left onto General Puller Highway

    1.3 mi · 2 min · General Puller Highway

  14. 14

    Turn left onto Grafton Church Road

    2029 ft · 58 sec · Grafton Church Road

  15. 15

    Turn left onto Stormont Road

    1.4 km · 2 min · Stormont Road

  16. 16

    Turn left onto Coachpoint Road

    1.2 mi · 5 min · Coachpoint Road

  17. 17

    Turn left onto Poplar Drive

    856 ft · 39 sec · Poplar Drive

  18. 18

    Turn right onto Hickory Drive

    1328 ft · 1 min · Hickory Drive

  19. 19

    At the end of the road, turn left onto Plum Drive

    67 m · 10 sec · Plum Drive

  20. 20

    Keep slight left to continue on Shore Drive

    1020 ft · 50 sec · Shore Drive

  21. 21

    Turn left onto Lakeside Drive

    627 ft · 28 sec · Lakeside Drive

  22. 22

    Arrive at your destination

    0 m · 1 sec · Lakeside Drive

Car Route Details

A richer read on the saved driving route between Newport News and Woodstock.

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
22 steps
16 turns on the saved route
Ramps & Exits
1
0 merges, 1 ramps or exits
Navigation Density
49.2 / 100 mi
Decision points by distance
Main Roads
George Washington Memorial Highway
23.9 mi · 53%
John Clayton Memorial Highway
6.36 mi · 14%
Twiggs Ferry Road
4.57 mi · 10%
Windsor Road
2.07 mi · 5%
Buckley Hall Road
1.57 mi · 3%
General Puller Highway
1.32 mi · 3%
Longest Stretch

George Washington Memorial Highway

Continue on George Washington Memorial Highway

22.6 mi · 00h 35m

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 15m
Day trip friendly
Same-Day Return
02h 32m
Round-trip wheel time
Road vs Air
+13.1 mi
31.6 mi direct line
Halfway Stop
Gloucester Courthouse
00h 37m from Newport News
Leave By
3:58 PM EDT
Morning start is best
Weather Watch

Slight Chance Rain Showers leaving Newport News and Partly Sunny near Woodstock.

Trip Questions

Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.

How long does it take to drive from Newport News to Woodstock?

The road trip is about 44.7 miles (72 km) and usually takes 01h 15m 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?

Gloucester Courthouse is a useful midpoint, sitting about 22.4 miles from Newport News and 22.4 miles from Woodstock.

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

The direct path is about 31.6 miles (50.9 km), while the road route adds roughly 13.1 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 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 3:58 PM EDT.

How much will gas cost for this route?

Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $6.26 one way or $12.52 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 14 kg one way.

What should you check before leaving?

Before you leave, expect Slight Chance Rain Showers around Newport News and Partly Sunny near Woodstock.

Stop Ideas Near Gloucester Courthouse

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 Gloucester Courthouse and the surrounding midpoint area.
Stop photo coming soon
Practical stop 12.4 mi away

James City County

Gloucester Courthouse
County government office,Service establishment
James City County Government Center
Meeting point 12 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 13.1 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 Gloucester Courthouse.

RAIL

Williamsburg Transportation Center

22 mi away
468 North Boundary Street
RAIL

Newport News station

44 mi away
9304 Warwick Boulevard
BUS

Norfolk

65 mi away
215 W York Street
BUS

Virginia Beach, Virginia

79 mi away
19th St. and Pacific Ave.

Flight Path Map

This map shows the direct air route between Newport News and Woodstock. Straight-line distance: 31.61 mi (50.87 km).

Newport News

#1 Newport News

The second most populous city in Virginia.

Population179,062
Coordinates37.0833900, -76.4696500
Altitude6
CountryUnited States
Woodstock

#2 Woodstock

Town in Shenandoah County, Virginia, United States

Population5,293
Coordinates37.5406900, -76.4857800
Altitude4
CountryUnited States
Start: Newport News (-76.46965, 37.08339)
End: Woodstock (-76.48578, 37.54069)

Estimated Travel Time

Distance: 72 km by road

SpeedTime
30 mph (48.3 km/h)01h 29m
40 mph (64.37 km/h)01h 07m
50 mph (80.47 km/h)00h 53m
60 mph (96.56 km/h)00h 44m
70 mph (112.65 km/h)00h 38m
80 mph (129 km/h)00h 33m

Fuel, Round Trip and CO2

Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.

One-way fuel
1.58 gal
5.98 L · about $6.26
Round trip
$12.52
3.16 gal · 11.96 L
Estimated CO2
14 kg one way
Round trip: 28.1 kg / 62 lb CO2, using regular gasoline.
Fuel$/galOne wayRound trip
Regular gas $3.96 $6.26 $12.52
Mid-grade $4.43 $7.00 $14.00
Premium $4.78 $7.55 $15.10
Diesel $5.62 $8.89 $17.77

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 · Jun 01, 2026

There is no time difference between Newport News and Woodstock. The current time is 12:44:36.

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.