Suffolk, VA Road Trips
Suffolk, VA serves as a quiet starting point in the Southeast, connecting drivers to 5 outbound routes across the area. The route mix is balanced, with options ranging from 148-mile quick runs to 205-mile cross-state drives. Most routes from Suffolk, VA head north, giving the route network a clear directional lean.
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Trip Routes
5
Longest Drive
205.2 mi
Brambleton, VA
Quickest Drive
3h 1m
Falmouth, VA
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Good next legs if this city is only one stop in a longer road trip.
Trips from Suffolk, VA
Driving from Suffolk, VA
The typical drive from Suffolk, VA covers about 172 miles and takes around 3h 33m. The majority of routes are short drives — quick enough to finish before lunch and be back for dinner. The longest mapped route runs 205 miles (4h 21m), while the shortest is just 148 miles.
Popular Destinations
The most popular drives from Suffolk, VA include Brambleton, VA (205.2 mi, 4h 21m), Culpeper, VA (178.4 mi, 3h 44m), Independent Hill, VA (176.3 mi, 3h 32m), King George, VA (151.8 mi, 3h 9m), and Falmouth, VA (147.6 mi, 3h 1m). Most destinations stay within the same state, perfect for exploring the local region thoroughly.
Planning & Costs
Regular gas in VA currently averages around $3.96 per gallon. For the typical 172-mile trip from Suffolk, VA, budget about $27 in fuel one way, assuming 25 MPG. Longer hauls and premium fuel will cost proportionally more.
Routes mostly head north. Summer trips benefit from long daylight hours, while winter departures should start early to maximize visibility. Most trips take a half-day, so a morning start gets you there in time for lunch or an afternoon of exploring.
Frequently Asked Questions
There are 5 mapped routes leaving Suffolk, VA and 0 routes heading into Suffolk, VA, covering 5 total connections. Distances range from 148 to 205 miles.
The longest mapped route from Suffolk, VA covers 205 miles and takes approximately 4h 21m. Shorter options start at just 148 miles.
The average route from Suffolk, VA runs about 172 miles with a drive time of roughly 3h 33m. This includes both short day trips and longer multi-day drives.
At current gas prices (about $3.96/gallon for regular), the average 172-mile trip from Suffolk, VA costs roughly $27 in fuel one way, based on 25 MPG. Your actual cost depends on your vehicle's efficiency.
The most popular road trip destinations from Suffolk, VA include Brambleton, VA, Culpeper, VA, Independent Hill, VA and King George, VA. Each route page has detailed drive times, fuel estimates, stop suggestions, and turn-by-turn directions.
Suffolk, VA by the Numbers
Recent demographic snapshot from the US Census Bureau's American Community Survey.
Population
96,638
Median Income
$90,089
Median Home Value
$329,600
Median Age
38.7
Source: US Census Bureau ACS 5-year (public domain). See our methodology for details.
Suffolk, VA at a Glance
Founded
1742
Elevation
36 ft
Area
429 mi²
Sister Cities
Notable People from Suffolk, VA
A sampling of people born in Suffolk, VA.
James Avery
1945–2013
American actor (1945–2013)
Charlie Byrd
1925–1999
American jazz guitarist (1925–1999)
Lewis F. Powell Jr.
1907–1998
American jurist (1907–1998); US Supreme Court justice from 1972 to 1987
Della H. Raney
1912–1987
African-American army nurse
Rory Sparrow
1958
American basketball player
Phyllis Gordon
1889–1964
actress (1889-1964)
Mills E. Godwin
1914–1999
American politician (1914-1999)
James Bell
1891–1973
American actor (1891-1973)
Shannon Evans
1994
American basketball player
Landmarks & Historic Sites
Attractions and heritage-registered places located in Suffolk, VA.
Cedar Hill Cemetery
cemetery in Suffolk, Virginia
East Suffolk Complex
historic school complex for African-American students located at Suffolk, Virginia
Suffolk Historic District
historic district in Virginia, USA
Chuckatuck Historic District
historic district in Virginia, United States
Bay Point Farm
City data from Wikidata (Q342428), available under CC0. Photos from Wikimedia Commons under their respective licenses. See our methodology for details.
Traveler Guide to Suffolk, VA
Suffolk is a city in the Hampton Roads region of Virginia.
1 Great Dismal Swamp National Wildlife Refuge. More or less what it says on the tin, but definitely worth a visit. (updated Oct 2019) 2 Suffolk Seaboard Station Railroad Museum. (updated Oct 2019) 3 Suffolk Center for Cultural Arts. (updated Oct 2019) 4 Riddick's Folly House Museum. (updated Oct 2019)
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites, 1018 Centerbrooke Lane, ☏ +1 757-923-1010. Courtyard Suffolk Chesapeake Hotel, 8060 Harbour View Boulevard, Suffolk, VA, ☏ +1 757-483-5777. Check-in: 1500, check-out: 1200. Suffolk hotel features Marriott's new decorative elements for an unforgettable sleep experience. Great choice among Hampton Roads hotels for families and sports teams looking for hotel near Boo Williams Sports Complex. TownePlace Suites Suffolk Chesapeake, 8050 Harbour View Boulevard, ☏ +1 757-483-5177. Pet-Friendly Marriott hotel near Boo Williams Sports Complex, Great value for families looking for Hampton Roads hotels. Provides neighborhood-style living with comfortable, casual suites at a great value.
Suffolk is served by Suffolk Transit, A full price fare from someone who didn't buy a pass will be $1.50 (as of February 2024). If you want to track your bus then use ETA Spot. Bus service tends to arrive every hour or so.
Travel tips adapted from Suffolk (Virginia) on Wikivoyage, licensed CC BY-SA 4.0. Content summarized; visit the source for the full article. See our methodology for how we use it.
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