JOINT BASE LANGLEY-EUSTIS: IN-DEPTH WELCOME CENTER
By Jamie Rogers
Introduction
Welcome to Joint Base Langley-Eustis in Virginia. In accordance with the 2005 Base Realignment and Closure Commission report, Langley Air Force Base and Fort Eustis merged their administrative functions, becoming Joint Base Langley-Eustis in 2010. Unlike other joint bases that share common boundaries, Langley Air Force Base in Hampton and Fort Eustis in Newport News are separated by about 20 miles. The Hampton Roads metropolitan region — including Virginia Beach, Norfolk and Newport News, Virginia — is home to JBLE. The bases together have more than 20,000 military personnel and civilian workers, according to the 2020 Joint Base Langley-Eustis Economic Impact Analysis. In all, JBLE had a total economic impact of $3.3 billion. Langley AFB is the host of the 633rd Air Base Wing, the 1st Fighter Wing and the 192nd Fighter Wing. Fort Eustis is home to the 733rd Mission Support Group, 7th Transportation Brigade, the 128th Aviation Brigade and the 597th Transportation Brigade. For a full list of units and agencies at Joint Base Langley-Eustis, visit the base's website. Continue reading for our in-depth guide on Joint Base Langley-Eustis so you can get to know your new base and its surrounding community. 1. Where Is Joint Base Langley-Eustis? 2. Google Map View 3. Getting There – Directions to the Installations 4. Entering Joint Base Langley-Eustis and Amenities- Check-in Procedures for Incoming Personnel
- Joint Base Langley-Eustis Visitor Centers
- Joint Base Langley-Eustis Gate Hours
- Joint Base Langley-Eustis DEERS Offices
- Joint Base Langley-Eustis Commissaries
- Joint Base Langley-Eustis Exchanges
- Joint Base Langley-Eustis Barber Shops
- Joint Base Langley-Eustis Post Offices
- Joint Base Langley-Eustis Finance Offices
- Joint Base Langley-Eustis Legal Offices
- Joint Base Langley-Eustis Libraries
- Joint Base Langley-Eustis Hotels
Where Is Joint Base Langley-Eustis?
Langley AFB Visitor Center
15 Nealy Ave. Langley AFB, VA 23665Phone:
1 (757) 764-4169Fort Eustis Visitor Center
Washington Blvd., Bldg. 2 Fort Eustis, VA 23604Phone:
1 (757) 878-1878Joint Base Langley-Eustis Map
Langley AFB Map
Fort Eustis Map
Joint Base Langley-Eustis Directions
Joint Base Langley-Eustis is nestled in Virginia’s Hampton Roads region, with Hampton and Newport News being some of the largest communities nearby. Richmond, Virginia, is about 60 miles to the northwest, and Washington, D.C., is about 170 miles north. Click here for google map directions between the installations.Norfolk International Airport
The closest major airport is Norfolk International Airport, which is about 24 miles from Langley AFB and 36 miles from Fort Eustis.Langley AFB
Driving Directions from Norfolk International Airport
1. Follow Interstate 64 west through the Hampton Roads Bridge Tunnel to Exit 265B 2. Turn right onto LaSalle Boulevard.Fort Eustis
Driving Directions from Norfolk International Airport
1. Take Interstate 64 west to Exit 250A, Fort Eustis Boulevard (Route 105) 2. Proceed west about 1 mile to Fort Eustis.Joint Base Langley-Eustis Transportation Offices
Getting ready for a PCS move and in need of some help? Call the transportation offices at Langley Air Force Base or Fort Eustis to get started. For more military moving contacts and information, visit Move.mil, the official DOD customer moving portal.Langley AFB Transportation Office
45 Nealy Ave. Hampton, VA 23665Phone:
1 (757) 764-7868Fort Eustis Transportation Office
650 Monroe Ave. Newport News, VA 23604Phone:
1 (757) 878-4664
Entering Joint Base Langley-Eustis and Amenities
If you do not have a valid military ID, you may have to stop at the visitor centers to gain base access.Check-in Procedures for Incoming Personnel
Langley AFB
Upon arrival, contact your assigned unit and your sponsor for in-processing instructions and information. Temporary lodging is provided at Langley Inn, 70 Nealy Ave. When you report to the Military Personnel Flight at 45 Nealy Ave., Suite 218, bring the package your previous base provided to you and any other moving paperwork. A newcomer’s orientation provides briefings about support services at the base. Spouses are encouraged to attend this orientation. For more information on the orientation, visit the Langley Air Force Base Airman & Family Readiness Center website.Fort Eustis
Upon arrival, contact your assigned unit and your sponsor for in-processing instructions and information. Temporary lodging is provided at General Smalls Inn, 1700 Madison Ave. When you report to the Military Personnel Branch, 650 Monroe Ave., bring the package your previous base provided to you and any other moving paperwork. A newcomer’s orientation provides briefings about support services at the base. Spouses are encouraged to attend this orientation. For more information on the orientation, visit Army Community Services website. For more information on in-processing, visit Joint Base Langley-Eustis’ website for newcomers.Joint Base Langley-Eustis Visitor Centers
The Langley Air Force Base Visitor Center issues temporary vehicle passes and can provide directions and information on the base.Langley AFB Visitor Center
15 Nealy Ave. Langley AFB, VA 23665Phone:
1 (757) 764-4169Langley AFB Visitor Center Hours
Monday through Friday -
0730 to 1630.Saturday and Sunday -
Closed.
Fort Eustis Visitor Center
Washington Blvd. Bldg. 2 Fort Eustis, VA 23604Phone:
1 (757) 878-1878Fort Eustis Visitor Center Hours
Monday through Friday -
0800 to 1600.Saturday and Sunday -
Closed.
Joint Base Langley-Eustis Gate Hours
Joint Base Langley-Eustis has access points for both Langley Air Force Base and Fort Eustis.Langley AFB Gate Hours
Armistead Ave. (West Gate):
Open 24/7.LaSalle Ave.:
Open 0600 to 2000 daily.King Street Gate:
Open 0600 to 2000 daily.
Fort Eustis Gate Hours
Main Gate:
Open 24/7.Gate 2:
Open 0600 to 1800 Monday through Friday.
DEERS Joint Base Langley-Eustis
DEERS Langley AFB
45 Nealy Ave. Bldg. 15 Langley AFB, VA 23665Phone:
1 (757) 764-3010Langley AFB Walk-in Office Hours
For more information on making an appointment, visit the JBLE MPS website.Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday -
0715 to 1500.Tuesday
- 0715 to 1400.
DEERS Fort Eustis
650 Monroe Ave. Room 123 Ft Eustis, VA 23604Phone:
1 (757) 878-0948Fort Eustis Walk-in Office Hours
For more information on making an appointment, visit the JBLE MPS website.Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday -
0930 to 1500.Wednesday -
0830 to 1500.
Joint Base Langley-Eustis Commissaries
Two commissaries provide groceries, deli food and more to the JBLE community.Langley AFB Commissary
51 Spaatz Dr. Langley AFB, VA 23665Phone:
1 (757) 764-7604Langley AFB Commissary Hours
Monday through Friday -
0900 to 1900.Saturday -
0800 to 1900.Sunday -
0900 to 1800.
Fort Eustis Commissary
1382 Lee Blvd. Fort Eustis, VA 23604Phone:
1 (757) 878-5608Fort Eustis Commissary Hours
Monday through Wednesday. Friday -
0900 to 1900.Thursday -
0900 to 2000Saturday -
0900 to 1900.Sunday -
0900 to 1800.
Joint Base Langley-Eustis Exchanges
Langley Air Force Base and Fort Eustis each have their own Main Exchange.Langley AFB BX
61 Spaatz Drive, Bldg. 290 Langley AFB, VA 23665Phone:
1 (757) 766-1282Langley AFB Exchange Hours
Monday through Saturday -
0900 to 1800.Sunday -
1000-1700.
Fort Eustis PX
Bldg 1386. Washington Blvd. Fort Eustis, VA 23604Phone:
1 (757) 887-0293Peterson AFB Exchange Hours
Monday through Saturday -
0900-1800.Sunday -
1000-1700.
Joint Base Langley-Eustis Barber Shops
Langley AFB Barber Shop
Bldg. 290 Langley AFB, VA 23665Phone:
1 (757) 766-1805AFB Barber Shop Hours
Monday through Saturday -
0900-1730.Sunday -
1000-1630.
Fort Eustis Barber Shop
Bldg. 1386 Washington Blvd. Fort Eustis, VA 23604Phone:
1 (757) 766-1805Fort Eustis Barber Shop Hours
Monday through Saturday -
0900-1730Sunday -
1000-1630
Joint Base Langley-Eustis Post Offices
Two post offices serve JBLE, one at each installation. Visit the USPS website for other postal service locations.Langley AFB Post Office
49 Spruce St. Langley AFB, VA 23665Phone:
1 (757) 764-2200Langley Air Force Base Post Office Hours
Monday through Friday -
0930 to 1300 and 1400 to 1630.Saturday and Sunday -
Closed.
Fort Eustis Post Office
1321 Lee Blvd. Fort Eustis, VA 23604Phone:
1 (757) 887-3793Fort Eustis Post Office Hours
Monday through Friday -
0930 to 1630.Saturday and Sunday -
Closed.
Joint Base Langley-Eustis Finance
If you're looking for financial advice or assistance on money matters, the talented and professional counselors at the two JBLE finance offices can help.Langley AFB Finance
45 Nealy Ave., Suite 109 Langley AFB, VA 23665Phone:
1 (757) 764-3333Langley AFB Finance Center Hours
Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Friday -
0800 to 1500.Wednesday -
0800 to 1600
Fort Eustis Finance
650 Monroe Ave. Suite 101 Fort Eustis, VA 23604Phone:
1 (757) 878-4022Fort Eustis Finance Center Hours
Monday through Thursday and Friday -
0900 to 1600.Wednesday -
1000 to 1600.
Joint Base Langley-Eustis Legal Offices
Langley AFB Legal Office
633rd Air Base Wing Judge Advocate 33 Sweeney Blvd. Langley AFB, VA 23665Phone:
(757) 764-3277Langley AFB Legal Office Hours
Some legal assistance is available by appointment only. Visit the legal office website for more information on walk-in and appointment services at each installation.Fort Eustis Legal Assistance Office
Office of the Command Judge Advocate 2732 Madison Ave. Fort Eustis, VA 23604Phone:
(757) 878-3031, ext. 222Langley AFB Legal Office Hours
Some legal assistance is available by appointment only. Visit the assistance office website for more information on walk-in and appointment services at each installation.
Joint Base Langley-Eustis Libraries
There are two libraries at JBLE, one at each installation’s location.Langley AFB Library
42 Ash Ave. Langley AFB, VA 23665Phone:
1 (757) 764-2906Langley AFB Library Hours
Curbside pickup
Monday through Friday -
1000 to 1600.
Locker pickup
Daily -
24/7
Fort Eustis Library
1313 Washington Blvd. Fort Eustis, VA 23604Phone:
1 (757) 878-5017Fort Eustis Library Hours
Monday -
0900 to 1900Tuesday through Thursday -
0900 to 1700.Friday -
0900 to 1700Saturday -
0900 to 1300Sunday and holidays -
Closed.
Hotels Near Joint Base Langley-Eustis
There are many hotels near both Langley Air Force Base and Fort Eustis, so you're sure to find one to fit your budget. For a full list of military lodges and affiliated resorts in the area, visit the Department of Defense Lodging website.Best Western Plus Inn & Suites Newport News
500 Operations Drive I-64 Newport News, VA 23602Phone:
1 (757) 952-1182Residence Inn by Marriott Newport News
531 St. Johns Road Newport News, VA 23602Phone:
1 (757) 842-6214
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Where to Live Near Joint Base Langley-Eustis?
If you’re considering living on base, check out the available on-base options and on-post housing options. Otherwise, read on to find out more about living off the two installations.Cities Near Joint Base Langley-Eustis
While many military family members call base housing their home, others choose to live in nearby communities. This area, known as “America’s First Region,” includes the independent cities of Chesapeake, Virginia Beach, Newport News, Norfolk, Portsmouth and Suffolk, as well as other smaller cities, counties and towns of Hampton Roads. The cost of living in the Hampton Roads region of Virginia is just slightly below the national average, so rental housing and real estate is affordable. The name “Hampton Roads,” almost 400 years old, has been in use since the region was a struggling British outpost in the 17th century. It refers to the large natural harbor where the James, Nansemond and Elizabeth rivers pour into the mouth of Chesapeake Bay. “Roads” is short for roadstead, which in nautical terms means “a place less sheltered than a harbor where ships may ride at anchor.”Best Places to Live Near Joint Base Langley-Eustis
Hampton
The city of Hampton is the hub of Hampton Roads. A shoreline city, “America’s First,” was the initial point of land touched by the English colonists who continued upriver to establish Jamestown, and after being settled in 1610, Hampton became the country’s first continuously English-speaking settlement. Today, Hampton is a regional shopping and entertainment destination with easy access to more than 100 attractions. The city of Hampton, population 134,510, has multiple resources to help newcomers make informed decisions when considering home-buying.Newport News
The city of Newport News lies between Fort Eustis to the north and Langley Air Force Base to its southeast. The city’s 179,225 residents enjoy one of the largest municipal parks in the U.S. Newport News Park offers hiking, biking, boating, fishing, archery and camping.Poquoson
In the city of Poquoson, population 12,271, new homes contrast with old farmhouses, and families whose roots are generations deep mingle with newcomers looking to escape big city living. This former fishing village at the tip of the Virginia Peninsula is surrounded by water on three sides and revels in over 84 miles of shoreline on Chesapeake Bay. CNBC has rated this suburb of Norfolk-Newport News-Virginia Beach as No. 5 on its list of 10 Perfect Suburbs based on affordable housing, good schools, educated residents, low crime, employment and reasonable commutes.Williamsburg
The city of Williamsburg, population 14,954 in 2019 and onetime capital of Colonial Virginia, stretches along a high, wooded spine occupied by the original Middle Plantation between the James and York rivers on the Virginia Peninsula, and these days is a mecca for history buffs, retirees and ardent golfers. Williamsburg is a college town as well, site of the prestigious William & Mary College, founded in 1693, and the Williamsburg Regional Library is known as one of the best in the country.
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Joint Base Langley-Eustis Schools
There are many options for your child's education near Joint Base Langley-Eustis offers traditional public schools, as well as public charter schools and private schools. For younger children, there are a variety of local daycares and child care programs on and off base. Many children who live on JBLE attend schools in Hampton City Schools District, the Newport News Public Schools District and the Norfolk Public Schools District. There are no DoDEA schools on base. The Joint Base Langley-Eustis school liaison program websites for Langley AFB and Fort Eustis have more information on area school districts, homeschooling in Virginia, parent resources, and more. The website also has contact information for the base's school liaison specialist, who can provide information and guidance on area schools as well as educational resources for your children. Find more local school information at The Best JBLE Schools: Daycare - High School.
Joint Base Langley-Eustis Weather
Joint Base Langley-Eustis enjoys all four seasons in a mild, temperate coastal climate, Residents enjoy the many outdoor recreational options in Virginia year-round. Average temperatures in the summer months hover around a humid 77 degrees. Average fall temperatures are approximately 62 degrees. In the winter, the Hampton Roads area around JBLE receives an average of 10.37 inches of precipitation, with an average temperature of 42 degrees. In the spring, warm and humid conditions return, with average temperatures of 58 degrees.
Joint Base Langley-Eustis Things to Do
Joint Base Langley-Eustis and the surrounding region are home to many historical sites, museums, art galleries, great restaurants and breweries, and vibrant shopping districts. On base, there are a multitude of recreational opportunities, including arts and crafts, bowling, golfing, marinas, swimming pools and more. Outside the gates, with Hampton and Newport News nearby, there's no shortage of things to do. Get out and explore!Suggested Reads:
31 Of the Best Joint Base Langley-Eustis Things to Do and 29 of the Best Joint Base Langley-Eustis Restaurants
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Conclusion
Moving to a new base comes with challenges, but Joint Base Langley-Eustis is a great place to call home. Head to local hangouts, spend the day exploring the Hampton Roads Peninsula and discover other area gems to experience everything this region and world-class base have to offer you during your time here.The appearance of U.S. Department of Defense (DoD) visual information does not imply or constitute DoD endorsement.
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