New Kent Safety Rest Area West Westbound – I-64

I-64 westbound travelers near New Kent in New Kent County, Virginia, can pull in at New Kent Safety Rest Area West. Reported truck parking: 29 spaces. The next westbound stop is Fairfield Safety Rest Area South, about 14 miles further along I-64.

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Current operating status not verified — Location data comes from an inventory record. Confirm with the responsible transportation agency before travel.

Location map

Marker shows recorded coordinates, not an entrance or approved driving route. Follow highway signs.

Open directions

Previous and next stop (Westbound)

Next: Fairfield Safety Rest Area South ≈ 14 mi along I-64

Order and distance from the official mile markers on I-64.

Reported parking capacity

Truck parking29Reported spaces

Reported capacity from the 2019 federal truck parking survey (FHWA Jason's Law). This is not real-time vacancy information.

Facilities and amenities

✓ Restrooms✓ Accessible facilities✓ Picnic tables✓ Vending machines✓ EV charging

Unknown (not documented in the sources): Family restroom, Drinking water, Pet area, Public phone, RV dump station, Wi-Fi, Playground, Visitor information.

A reported facility does not guarantee current availability.

About this rest area

New Kent Safety Rest Area West is a stop for westbound travelers on I-64 near New Kent in Virginia. Its current operating status has not been verified. Confirm the current situation with the Virginia Department of Transportation before you plan a break here.

Location and driving direction

The rest area sits on the westbound side of I-64 near New Kent in New Kent County. The recorded position is around mile marker 213.

Heading the other way? Use New Kent Safety Rest Area East/Welcome Center (eastbound) instead; the two sides are not connected for drivers.

The next westbound stop is Fairfield Safety Rest Area South, about 14 miles further along I-64.

Parking and amenities

Truck parking: 29 reported spaces (the 2019 federal truck parking survey (FHWA Jason's Law)).

Facilities reported for this location:

  • Restrooms
  • Accessible facilities
  • Picnic tables
  • Vending machines
  • EV charging

Space counts describe reported capacity, not live parking availability. Availability of individual amenities can change.

Parking rules

Virginia does not permit overnight parking at its rest areas; posted signs set the time limit. Posted signs at this rest area can set a different limit. Source: 24VAC30-51-30 (checked November 2026).

Map and coordinates

Recorded coordinates: 37.499350, -77.044104. Use them as a reference only; follow the posted signs to the entrance.

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Frequently asked questions

Which side of I-64 is this rest area on?

It serves westbound traffic on Interstate 64 near New Kent. The eastbound lanes have a separate facility.

How many truck spaces are there?

The 2019 federal truck parking survey (FHWA Jason's Law) lists 29 truck parking spaces at this facility. This does not indicate how many are currently free.

Are there restrooms?

Yes, restrooms are included in the official amenities listing. Check current conditions before travel.

How long can I park here?

Virginia does not permit overnight parking at its rest areas; posted signs set the time limit. Posted signs on site apply.

Where is the next rest stop?

Fairfield Safety Rest Area South, about 14 miles further along I-64 by the official mile markers.