How far is Staunton, VA from Newport News, VA?
The driving distance from Staunton, VA to Newport News, VA is about 176.5 miles (284.1 km), with a travel time of about 02h 45m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 160.4 miles (258.2 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 05h 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.
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 45m.
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.
Census designated place in Virginia, USA
Route Weather Snapshot
Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.
Mostly Cloudy
Slight Chance Rain Showers
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Staunton and Newport News.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Staunton and Newport News.
-
1
Start on the route
46 m · 13 sec
-
2
Turn right onto North Augusta Street
557 ft · 19 sec · North Augusta Street
-
3
Turn left onto East Johnson Street
94 m · 13 sec · East Johnson Street
-
4
Continue on Greenville Avenue
845 ft · 16 sec · Greenville Avenue
-
5
Turn slight right
48 m · 6 sec
-
6
Turn slight right onto Greenville Avenue
83 m · 14 sec · Greenville Avenue
-
7
Turn left onto Richmond Avenue
2.1 mi · 5 min · Richmond Avenue
-
8
Take the ramp slight right
1280 ft · 31 sec
-
9
Merge slight left
1535 ft · 20 sec
-
10
Take the exit slight right toward I 64 East: Richmond
1 km · 54 sec
-
11
Merge slight right
89.6 mi · 1 hr 37 min
-
12
Take the exit slight right toward I 295 North: Washington, Norfolk
1.2 mi · 2 min
-
13
Continue on Korean War Veterans Memorial Highway
22.9 mi · 25 min · Korean War Veterans Memorial Highway
-
14
Take the exit slight right toward I 64 East: Norfolk, Virginia Beach
1.3 mi · 3 min
-
15
Merge slight left
56.7 mi · 1 hr 2 min
-
16
Take the exit slight right toward US 17 South: J Clyde Morris Boulevard
2080 ft · 51 sec
-
17
Turn straight onto J Clyde Morris Boulevard
555 ft · 11 sec · J Clyde Morris Boulevard
-
18
Turn right onto Diligence Drive
2463 ft · 1 min · Diligence Drive
-
19
At the end of the road, turn right onto Thimble Shoals Boulevard
593 ft · 19 sec · Thimble Shoals Boulevard
-
20
Turn left
126 m · 33 sec
-
21
At the end of the road, turn right
25 m · 6 sec
-
22
Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Staunton and Newport News.
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 right
89.6 mi · 01h 38m
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.
Mostly Cloudy leaving Staunton and Slight Chance Rain Showers near Newport News.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Staunton to Newport News?
The road trip is about 176.5 miles (284.1 km) and usually takes 02h 45m 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?
Wyndham is a useful midpoint, sitting about 88.2 miles from Staunton and 88.4 miles from Newport News.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 160.4 miles (258.2 km), while the road route adds roughly 16.1 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 12:58 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $24.68 one way or $49.35 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 55.4 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Cloudy around Staunton and Slight Chance Rain Showers near Newport News.
Stop Ideas Near Wyndham
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 Wyndham.
Ashland
Richmond Staples Mill Road station
Richmond Main Street Station
Petersburg station
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Staunton and Newport News. Straight-line distance: 160.41 mi (258.15 km).
#1 Staunton
Independent city in Virginia, United States
| Population | 25,190 |
| Coordinates | 38.1499100, -79.0732000 |
| Altitude | 432 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Newport News
The second most populous city in Virginia.
| Population | 179,062 |
| Coordinates | 37.0833900, -76.4696500 |
| Altitude | 6 |
| Country | United States |
End: (-76.469409, 37.08343)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 284 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 05h 52m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 04h 24m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 03h 31m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 56m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 31m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 02h 12m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.96 | $24.68 | $49.35 |
| Mid-grade | $4.43 | $27.59 | $55.19 |
| Premium | $4.78 | $29.77 | $59.53 |
| Diesel | $5.62 | $35.04 | $70.08 |
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
Distance to Other Cities
Planning a road trip? See the full trip guide on Trip.ovh — stops, fuel costs, weather, and departure timing.