Traveling from Suffolk to Chesterfield Court House covers approximately 83.2 miles and typically takes about 1 hour and 52 minutes of driving time. Because this journey is relatively short, it is perfectly suited for a single-day trip, allowing you to reach your destination without the need for an overnight stay. You can expect to spend around $13 on fuel for the trip, making it a budget-friendly way to navigate between these two Southeast Virginia locations. The route relies entirely on local roads rather than interstates, which provides a more grounded experience of the region. Since there are no mandatory stops required, you have the flexibility to complete the drive in one steady push.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
41.6 miles from Suffolk, VA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 54m into the drive
.
Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
Benns Church Boulevard
16.3 mi
21m
James River Drive
14.6 mi
19m
Colonial Trail West
13.3 mi
15m
East Hundred Road
10 mi
16m
Colonial Trail East
9.9 mi
11m
Godwin Boulevard
8.9 mi
10m
Iron Bridge Road
3.8 mi
5m
East Randolph Road
2.9 mi
4m
Longest stretch:
Benns Church Boulevard
— 16.3 mi, about 21m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Suffolk, VA and Chesterfield Court House, VA.
1
Start on South Saratoga Street
165 ft·10 sec·South Saratoga Street
2
Turn right onto VA 337
454 ft·16 sec·West Washington Street
3
Turn left onto US 13 BUS; VA 10; VA 32
2.2 mi·4 min·North Main Street
4
Continue on US 460 BUS; VA 10; VA 32
366 ft·8 sec·Pruden Boulevard
5
Turn right onto Godwin Boulevard
8.9 mi·10 min·Godwin Boulevard
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
Continue on VA 10; VA 32
16 mi·21 min·Benns Church Boulevard
7
Continue on VA 10
9.9 mi·11 min·Colonial Trail East
8
Turn left onto VA 10; VA 31
1.0 mi·1 min·Rolfe Highway
9
Turn right onto VA 10
13 mi·15 min·Colonial Trail West
10
Continue on VA 10
15 mi·19 min·James River Drive
11
Continue on VA 10; VA 156 BUS
2.9 mi·4 min·East Randolph Road
12
Continue on VA 10
10.0 mi·16 min·East Hundred Road
Use the left lane.
13
Continue on VA 10
3.8 mi·5 min·Iron Bridge Road
Use the straight lane.
14
Turn right onto Wagners Way
462 ft·22 sec·Wagners Way
15
Turn right onto Mimms Loop
332 ft·14 sec·Mimms Loop
16
Arrive at destination
Mimms Loop
Trip Plan
Since this 1 hour and 52-minute trip is straightforward, you have plenty of flexibility regarding your departure time. You won't need to worry about planning complex rest stops along the way, but keeping a steady pace is wise given the turn-heavy nature of the route. Because the drive is under two hours, you can easily manage the entire distance in one go without needing to schedule breaks for fatigue. Keep in mind that you will be navigating local roads for the full 83.2 miles, so ensure your vehicle is fueled up before you leave to cover the estimated $13 cost comfortably. A great tip for this specific route is to stay alert for frequent turns, as the reliance on local roads like Colonial Trail West means you will need to pay close attention to navigation cues.
Morning Departure
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch.
Evening Departure
Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
You may only need one short stretch break if traffic stays light.
The halfway point lands around 41.6 miles from Suffolk, VA, or about 54m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 16.3 miles.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
Departure
Before you leave
Start with fuel, water, and navigation already sorted so the first hour feels easy.
First stop
Around 18 miles or 25m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 41.6 miles or 54m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 1h 32m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Chesterfield Court House, VA than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Suffolk, VA so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Suffolk, VA
This is one driving day of about 83.2 miles and 1h 52m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 18 miles from Suffolk, VA.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on Benns Church Boulevard for about 16.3 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 7
5 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 83.1 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
0 mi into trip|~0m in|VA 337 / West Washington Street
Turn right onto VA 337 / West Washington Street
Navigation decision point
4
0.1 mi into trip|~0m in|US 13 BUS; VA 10; VA 32 / North Main Street
Turn left onto US 13 BUS; VA 10; VA 32 / North Main Street
Navigation decision point
5
2.4 mi into trip|~5m in|Godwin Boulevard
Turn right onto Godwin Boulevard
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
4
37.4 mi into trip|~49m in|VA 10; VA 31 / Rolfe Highway
Turn left onto VA 10; VA 31 / Rolfe Highway
Navigation decision point
4
83.1 mi into trip|~1h 52m in|Mimms Loop
Turn right onto Mimms Loop
Navigation decision point
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$13.01 one way
$26.02 round trip
$3.97/gal25.4 MPG avg29 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.34
$14.23
$28.45
premium
$4.70
$15.40
$30.80
diesel
$5.61
$18.37
$36.74
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$13
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$38–$63
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 29.1 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $9 in charging
· 0 stops
· 66% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
25
0
$8.74
$3.99
Efficient EV
20.8
0
$7.28
$3.33
EV Truck/SUV
33.3
0
$11.65
$5.32
Gas CO2
29 kg
EV CO2
10 kg (66% less)
This trip is well within single-charge range for most EVs. No charging stops needed if you start fully charged.
DC fast charging avg $0.35/kWh. Home charging avg $0.16/kWh. US grid CO2: 0.39 kg/kWh.
Travel Intel
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Forecast as of Apr 18, 2026
Origin
Suffolk, VA
Morning
in Suffolk on Sunday
Local time
11:00 AM
EDT
Current temp
86°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Chesterfield Court House, VA
Morning
in Chesterfield Court House on Sunday
Local time
11:00 AM
EDT
Current temp
87°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
52°F
Waverly, VA
42 mi in
Seasonal Notes
Summer travel usually means heavier construction, hotter rest stops, and busier weekend traffic around major cities.
Winter travel shortens daylight, so a route that looks manageable on paper can feel much longer after dark.
Holiday weekends tend to make both departure and arrival windows slower than the raw route time suggests.
Time zone
Same local time
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
1 degrees warmer at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
1h 52m on the road
Use the two city cards together: check the sky where you start, then compare it with the local time and temperature at arrival.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
This is a turn-heavy local drive that avoids highways entirely, meaning you will spend zero percent of your time on major interstates. Instead, your path follows a series of local thoroughfares including Benns Church Boulevard, James River Drive, and Colonial Trail West. You should prepare for a consistent rhythm of turns as you navigate these local roads rather than long, monotonous highway stretches. The longest uninterrupted segment you will encounter is a 16.3-mile stretch on Benns Church Boulevard. Expect a driving experience that requires your full attention, as the route favors local navigating over the rapid pace of high-speed transit.
Only 0% highway — the rest is turn-by-turn surface driving.
16 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 16.3 mi on Benns Church Boulevard.
How Hard Is This Drive?
2/10
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near VA 337 / West Washington Street.
Driving Effort2/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Suffolk, VA to Chesterfield Court House, VA is easy. At 1h 52m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (VA 337 / West Washington Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.1 miles (US 13 BUS; VA 10; VA 32 / North Main Street): Navigation decision point; at 2.4 miles (Godwin Boulevard): Lane positioning matters here.
The longest stretch is about 16.3 miles on Benns Church Boulevard. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Yes. At under 2 hours behind the wheel, this works well for families — plan one quick stop if you have younger kids.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (VA 337 / West Washington Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.1 miles (US 13 BUS; VA 10; VA 32 / North Main Street): Navigation decision point; at 2.4 miles (Godwin Boulevard): Lane positioning matters here.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Chesterfield Court House, VA before heading back.
