Exmore, Virginia, is a town in Northampton County on Virginia’s Eastern Shore, with its Main Street corridor along U.S. Route 13 Business. From Budget Inn, Exmore city centre is about 6 minutes by car; the town’s park, local services and businesses make it a practical place to get oriented to the area.
- Exmore has just under 1,500 residents and more than 150 businesses and services.
- Exmore Town Park is a public recreation space on Main Street.
- U.S. Route 13 serves the town, and U.S. Route 13 Business runs along Main Street.
- The Exmore Mid-Shore Farmers Market is held at Town Park on Saturdays from 9 AM to 1 PM.
Times checked November 2026.
Getting Oriented in Exmore
Exmore is a compact Eastern Shore town shaped by its position between Occohannock Creek to the east and Parting Creek to the west. The town developed around a railroad stop: the New York, Pennsylvania and Norfolk Railroad began operating in 1884, and Exmore was incorporated in 1950.
For a first stop, Exmore Town Park offers a public green space on Main Street, within walking distance of downtown shops. The park is at 3386 Main St and has free Wi-Fi. A public bike repair station stands at the park entrance, with a mounting seat, pump and tools; the station is ADA compliant.
Exmore has three commercial areas. Visit Exmore points to local options for eating, shopping and recreation, while the Town of Exmore highlights the park, history walking tour and water recreation.
Planning a Trip to the City Centre
U.S. Route 13 Business is Exmore’s Main Street corridor, making it a useful reference for finding the central area. The town’s transportation history also helps explain the layout: railroad service came first, followed by automobile traffic and Chesapeake Bay ferry connections, and downtown was a transportation nexus by the 1950s.
The Exmore Mid-Shore Farmers Market is held at Town Park on Saturdays from 9 AM to 1 PM. Check the official site before you go for market details. If you are planning the airport leg of a trip, the guide to getting from Newport News Williamsburg International Airport to Exmore covers that route.
Getting Around the Area
U.S. Route 13 serves Exmore, and the town’s Main Street corridor follows U.S. Route 13 Business. The town’s historical links to rail, roads and ferry connections reflect its role as a regional transportation point.
For time outdoors, Morley’s Wharf Fishing Pier is a Northampton County facility with boat ramps and a small paved parking lot. The pier is free, ADA accessible and open 24 hours. You do not need a saltwater fishing license to fish from the pier because Northampton County pays the license fee.
Check Local Services Before You Go
Town services and business schedules can affect practical plans, so verify the details you need before setting out. Exmore Town Hall is at 3305 Main Street, and its office hours are 8:30 am–4:00 pm. Online water-and-sewer account payments are available; utilities are billed monthly in one composite bill.
Household trash collection is on Tuesday, and garbage receptacles should be placed roadside by 7 am. Leaf-and-limb pickup is on the second and third Thursday of each month; limbs larger than 4 inches in diameter are not accepted. For local business hours and current schedules, check directly with the relevant business or service.
FAQs
What is Exmore known for?
Exmore’s history is tied to the railroad and later road and ferry traffic. The town was incorporated in 1950.
Can you borrow a book in Exmore?
A Little Free Library is located outside Exmore Town Hall. Its take-a-book, leave-a-book format lets you exchange a book during your visit.
Where can you find local emergency services?
Exmore Police Department and Community Fire Company Station 13 are on Main Street. Contact details are available through Northampton County.