Road Trips from South Suffolk, VA
South Suffolk, VA is a solid launchpad for exploring the region, whether you're looking for a quick half-day drive or a longer haul. You've got several options within a few hours that include significant park access, like Fort Monroe National Monument and Colonial National Historical Park. For those ready to stretch their legs further, there are multiple destinations around a 4-hour drive with high drive scores. This means you can easily plan a day trip to a nearby historical site or a more ambitious drive to a different part of the state.
Total Routes
12
Shortest
0.5h
With Parks Nearby
12
Under 2 hours
Portsmouth, VA
29m19.2 mi one way
This is your closest option at just 19.2 miles and 0.5 hours, perfect for a quick escape. It's mostly highway driving with a good 8 drive score. You'll be near Fort Monroe National Monument, making it easy to combine a short drive with some park exploration without committing to an overnight stay.
Virginia Beach, VA
56m38 mi one way
At 38 miles and 0.9 hours, this route is a straightforward highway drive, ideal for a day trip. You can access Fort Monroe National Monument, offering a chance to see a park even on this shorter journey. It’s a longer drive than Portsmouth but still well within a half-day trip.
East Hampton, VA
48m33.8 mi one way
This 33.8-mile trip takes 0.8 hours on mostly surface roads, offering a different driving experience than the highway options. You have access to both Fort Monroe National Monument and Colonial National Historical Park. It’s a good choice if you prefer less highway and more park proximity.
Full-day getaway
7 total in this range
Fairfax, VA
3h 55m191.2 mi one way
For a longer drive, this 191.2-mile trip takes 3.9 hours and offers a mixed highway and surface road experience with a high drive score of 9. You'll pass by Colonial National Historical Park, Petersburg National Battlefield, and Fort Monroe National Monument. The terrain is mostly flat, making it a comfortable long-distance option.
Baileys Crossroads, VA
3h 53m192.8 mi one way
This destination is similar in distance and drive time to Fairfax, at 192.8 miles and 3.9 hours, featuring mixed highway and surface roads with a top drive score. You'll have access to several historical parks along the way, including Colonial National Historical Park and Petersburg National Battlefield. It’s a comparable long-haul option to Fairfax.
Fredericksburg, VA
3h 2m148.9 mi one way
Covering 148.9 miles and taking 3 hours, this route uses a mix of highway and surface roads and boasts a drive score of 9. Along the way, you can visit Colonial National Historical Park, Petersburg National Battlefield, and Fort Monroe National Monument. It's a solid option for a longer drive with historical park access.
Fort Hunt, VA
3h 54m189.5 mi one way
This 189.5-mile drive takes 3.9 hours on mixed highway and surface roads, earning a high drive score of 9. The terrain is mostly flat. You'll have opportunities to visit Colonial National Historical Park, Petersburg National Battlefield, and Fort Monroe National Monument on your way.
Dale City, VA
3h 30m174.5 mi one way
At 174.5 miles and 3.5 hours, this route offers a mixed highway and surface road drive with a strong drive score of 9. You can visit multiple parks, including Colonial National Historical Park and Petersburg National Battlefield. It’s a good choice for a longer trip that prioritizes drive quality.
Weekend trip
Colonial Heights, VA
7h 36m367.4 mi one way
This is your longest option at 367.4 miles and 7.6 hours, using mixed highway and surface roads with a drive score of 9. You'll pass by Appomattox Court House National Historical Park, Petersburg National Battlefield, and Booker T Washington National Monument, offering extensive park opportunities.
McLean, VA
4h 2m199.4 mi one way
This is a 199.4-mile drive that takes 4 hours, predominantly on mixed highway and surface roads with a high drive score of 9. Note that this route does not list any nearby parks, differentiating it from other longer drives in the area that do offer park access.
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Fairfax, VA
3h 55m191.2 mi one way
Colonial Heights, VA
7h 36m367.4 mi one way
Baileys Crossroads, VA
3h 53m192.8 mi one way
Fredericksburg, VA
3h 2m148.9 mi one way
Fairfax, VA
3h 55m191.2 mi one way
Fredericksburg, VA
3h 2m148.9 mi one way
McLean, VA
4h 2m199.4 mi one way
Portsmouth, VA
29m19.2 mi one way
When to Go
Spring
Spring offers pleasant driving conditions for exploring the numerous historical parks accessible from South Suffolk, like Fort Monroe and Colonial National Historical Park.
Summer
The longer daylight hours in summer are ideal for maximizing visits to the various national and historical parks featured on these routes.
Fall
Autumn provides good driving weather and the opportunity to visit parks like Petersburg National Battlefield amidst colorful foliage.
Winter
Winter driving is feasible for most routes, especially those with high drive scores, though park accessibility might vary.
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