How far is Pantops, VA from Hampton, VA?
The driving distance from Pantops, VA to Hampton, VA is about 145.3 miles (233.8 km), with a travel time of about 02h 17m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 134.8 miles (217 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 04h 34m 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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This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.
Flight Distance
Driving Distance
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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 02h 17m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
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.
Town in Frederick County, Maryland, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.
Chance Rain Showers
Cloudy
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Pantops and Hampton.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Pantops and Hampton.
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Start on Stony Point Road
11 m · 7 sec · Stony Point Road
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Turn left onto Richmond Road
1.7 mi · 3 min · Richmond Road
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Take the exit left toward I 64 East
1558 ft · 38 sec
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Merge slight left
52.4 mi · 56 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 · 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 Pantops 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.
Chance Rain Showers leaving Pantops and Cloudy near Hampton.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Pantops to Hampton?
The road trip is about 145.3 miles (233.8 km) and usually takes 02h 17m 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?
Mechanicsville is a useful midpoint, sitting about 72.5 miles from Pantops and 72.8 miles from Hampton.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 134.8 miles (217 km), while the road route adds roughly 10.5 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 1:56 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $21.23 one way or $42.46 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 45.6 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Chance Rain Showers around Pantops and Cloudy near Hampton.
Stop Ideas Near Mechanicsville
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 Mechanicsville.
Richmond Main Street Station
Richmond Staples Mill Road station
Ashland
Petersburg station
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Pantops and Hampton. Straight-line distance: 134.81 mi (216.96 km).
#1 Pantops
This Albemarle County area is situated at an elevation of 364 feet, offering views of the surrounding natural landscape.
| Population | 0 |
| Coordinates | 38.0337900, -78.4550700 |
| Altitude | 111 |
| 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: 234 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 04h 50m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 03h 37m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 54m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 25m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 04m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 48m |
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 | $4.14 | $21.23 | $42.46 |
| Mid-grade | $4.63 | $23.76 | $47.52 |
| Premium | $5.01 | $25.72 | $51.43 |
| Diesel | $6.21 | $31.87 | $63.74 |
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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