Origin
Suffolk, VA
Late night in Suffolk on Sunday
Local time
12:43 AM
EDT
Current temp
86°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Suffolk, VA to Wytheville, VA
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
6h 26m
Distance
302.1 mi
486 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$47
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
6h 14m
★
6 AM
6h 26m
8 AM
6h 51m
10 AM
6h 35m
12 PM
6h 32m
3 PM
6h 36m
5 PM
6h 50m
8 PM
6h 19m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Suffolk, VA
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Wytheville, VA
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Trip Overview
This 302.1-mile drive from Suffolk, VA, to Wytheville, VA, is a manageable one-day trip, typically taking around 6 hours and 26 minutes. You'll primarily be on I-81, Richmond Highway, and US-460, with about half of the journey on highways. The estimated fuel cost for this route is around $47. Given the duration and distance, it's a solid option for a single day's travel, allowing you to reach your destination without needing an overnight stop. The drive offers a mixed experience, connecting two points within the Southeast region of Virginia.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is possible, but it will make for a full day on the road.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
Midpoint
151.1 miles from Suffolk, VA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 3h 23m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 81 | 75.8 mi | 1h 25m |
| Richmond Highway | 31.1 mi | 38m |
| US 460 | 30 mi | 36m |
| New Cox Road | 23 mi | 26m |
| East Lynchburg Salem Turnpike | 16 mi | 20m |
| West Lynchburg Salem Turnpike | 14.6 mi | 18m |
| General Mahone Highway | 14.3 mi | 19m |
| West Colonial Trail Highway | 13.1 mi | 16m |
Longest stretch:
I 81
— 75.8 mi, about 1h 25m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Suffolk, VA and Wytheville, VA.
1
Start on South Saratoga Street
165 ft
·
9 sec
·
South Saratoga Street
2
Turn left onto VA 337
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
West Washington Street
Use the straight / left lanes.
3
Turn right onto US 58 BUS
0.3 mi
·
46 sec
·
West Constance Road
Use the right lane.
4
Turn left onto SR 604
3.9 mi
·
6 min
·
Pitchkettle Road
5
At end of road, turn right onto SR 634
0.1 mi
·
15 sec
·
Kings Fork Road
6
Turn left onto Providence Road
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
Providence Road
7
Turn left onto US 460
3.1 mi
·
5 min
·
Pruden Boulevard
8
Continue on US 460
9.9 mi
·
15 min
·
Windsor Boulevard
9
Continue on US 460
8.4 mi
·
11 min
·
General Mahone Boulevard
10
Continue on US 460
0.1 mi
·
9 sec
·
Mahone Highway
11
Continue on US 460
2.0 mi
·
2 min
·
General Mahone Highway
12
Continue on US 460
1.1 mi
·
2 min
·
South County Drive
13
Continue on US 460
6.2 mi
·
8 min
·
General Mahone Highway
14
Continue on US 460
1.4 mi
·
2 min
·
South County Drive
15
Continue on US 460
6.1 mi
·
8 min
·
General Mahone Highway
16
Continue on US 460
9.5 mi
·
14 min
·
County Drive
Use the left lane.
17
Turn left onto SR 630
1.9 mi
·
3 min
·
Rives Road
Use the left lane.
18
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
28 sec
Toward I 95 North
19
Merge onto I 95
3.7 mi
·
4 min
·
I 95
20
Take the exit onto US 460
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
US 460
Toward I 85 South, US 460 West: Durham, Blackstone
Use the right lane.
21
Merge onto I 85; US 460
6.0 mi
·
7 min
·
Richmond-Petersburg Turnpike
22
Take the exit onto US 460
0.2 mi
·
25 sec
·
US 460
Exit 61
Toward US 460 West: Blackstone, Lynchburg
Use the slight right lane.
23
Continue on US 460
1.1 mi
·
1 min
·
Airport Street
24
Continue on US 460
23 mi
·
26 min
·
New Cox Road
25
Continue on US 460
4.3 mi
·
5 min
·
East Colonial Trail Highway
26
Continue on US 460
6.9 mi
·
7 min
·
East Colonial Trail Road
27
Continue on US 460
7.5 mi
·
11 min
·
East Colonial Trail
28
Merge onto US 360; US 460
1.5 mi
·
2 min
·
West Colonial Trail Highway
29
Keep slight right at fork onto US 460
12 mi
·
14 min
·
West Colonial Trail Highway
30
Keep slight left at fork onto US 460
29 mi
·
34 min
·
US 460
31
Keep slight right at fork onto US 460
31 mi
·
38 min
·
Richmond Highway
Toward US 460 West: Lynchburg
32
Continue on US 460
16 mi
·
20 min
·
East Lynchburg Salem Turnpike
Use the straight lane.
33
Continue on US 221; US 460
15 mi
·
18 min
·
West Lynchburg Salem Turnpike
34
Continue on US 221; US 460
5.5 mi
·
7 min
·
Blue Ridge Boulevard
35
Continue on US 221; US 460
0.3 mi
·
32 sec
·
Challenger Avenue Northeast
Use the straight lane.
36
Turn right onto US 220 Alt
5.0 mi
·
6 min
·
Cloverdale Road
37
Continue on US 220
0.2 mi
·
13 sec
·
Roanoke Road
38
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
22 sec
39
Merge onto I 81
76 mi
·
1 hr 25 min
·
I 81
Use the straight lane.
40
Take the exit onto US 11
2.4 mi
·
4 min
·
US 11
Toward US 11 South: Wytheville
Use the slight right lane.
41
Turn left onto South 4th Street
103 ft
·
2 sec
·
South 4th Street
42
Arrive at destination
South 4th Street
Trip Plan
To make the most of this 6-hour and 26-minute drive, consider an early morning departure from Suffolk to maximize daylight and minimize traffic, especially if you encounter any in the Richmond area. With a total distance of 302.1 miles, plan for one stop to refuel and stretch, as the longest stretch without a break is 75.8 miles on I-81. This trip is well-suited for a single day, but be mindful of the $47 fuel cost and factor that into your budget. A practical tip: keep your fuel tank at least half full when you see services on I-81, as they can be spaced out.
Morning Departure
Start early — leave by 6-7 AM to arrive at a reasonable hour.
Evening Departure
This is a long drive — plan for a morning departure or consider splitting it into two days.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 151.1 miles from Suffolk, VA, or about 3h 23m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 75.8 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 66 miles or 1h 39m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 151.1 miles or 3h 23m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 5h 23m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Wytheville, VA than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
Open the route before leaving Suffolk, VA so your first major turns are already loaded.
+
Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
+
Check your fuel range against the first long segment, especially if you are starting outside city service areas.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Suffolk, VA
This is one driving day of about 302.1 miles and 6h 26m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 66 miles from Suffolk, VA.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Plan about 1 real break rather than only quick fuel stops.
The longest stretch is on I 81 for about 75.8 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
151 mi into the route
Best for: Lunch, fuel, and a longer reset
This sits close to the middle of the route, so it works well for the longest stop of the day.
Pacing Suggestions
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 66 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 151.1 miles from Suffolk, VA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before I 81 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 75.8 miles.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 215 decision points cluster between mile 0.9 and 299.7 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
6
0.9 mi into trip
|
~1m in
|
US 58 BUS / West Constance Road
Turn right onto US 58 BUS / West Constance Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
6
53.3 mi into trip
|
~1h 21m in
|
SR 630 / Rives Road
Turn left onto SR 630 / Rives Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
7
59.2 mi into trip
|
~1h 30m in
|
US 460
Take the exit onto US 460 toward I 85 South, US 460 West: Durham, Blackstone
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the right lane.
Toward I 85 South, US 460 West: Durham, Blackst...
8
65.8 mi into trip
|
~1h 38m in
|
US 460
Take the exit onto US 460 toward US 460 West: Blackstone, Lynchburg
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 61
Toward US 460 West: Blackstone, Lynchburg
6
299.7 mi into trip
|
~6h 21m in
|
US 11
Take the exit onto US 11 toward US 11 South: Wytheville
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Toward US 11 South: Wytheville
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$47.24 one way
$94.48 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
106 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.34 | $51.65 | $103.31 |
| premium | $4.70 | $55.91 | $111.82 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $66.70 | $133.40 |
Estimated Tolls: $2.56
East Lynchburg Salem Turnpike
(16 mi)
$1.12
West Lynchburg Salem Turnpike
(14.6 mi)
$1.02
Richmond-Petersburg Turnpike
(6 mi)
$0.42
Toll estimates based on average 2024-2025 rates. EZ-Pass/SunPass discounts may lower the actual cost.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$47
Tolls
$3
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$75–$100
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 105.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $32 in charging · 1 stop · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 90.6 | 1 | $31.72 | $14.50 |
| Efficient EV | 75.5 | 0 | $26.43 | $12.08 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 120.8 | 1 | $42.29 | $19.33 |
Gas CO2
106 kg
EV CO2
35 kg (67% less)
Plan for 1 charging stop. A 30-minute DC fast charge mid-route should be enough to complete the trip comfortably.
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.
Destination
Wytheville, VA
Late night in Wytheville on Sunday
Local time
12:43 AM
EDT
Current temp
70°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
72°F
Amherst, VA
151 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
16 degrees cooler at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
6h 26m on the road
Start early — leave by 6-7 AM to arrive at a reasonable hour.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
National Parks Near This Route
Worth a detour if your schedule allows.
Petersburg National Battlefield
National Battlefield
Two hundred ninety-two days, eight offensives, over 70,000 casualties, U. S. Colored Troops, and the decline of Gen. Lee's Army of Northern Virginia all describe the Siege of Petersburg. U.S. forces c...
2 mi from route
~6 min detour
Free
near mile 62.5
Park Closure: Eastern Front Tour Road south of Route 36 - Closed
Appomattox Court House National Historical Park
National Historical Park
On April 9, 1865, the surrender of the Army of Northern Virginia in the McLean House in the village of Appomattox Court House, Virginia signaled the effective end of the nation's largest war. Question...
5 mi from route
~12 min detour
Free
near mile 156.3
View on nps.gov
Booker T Washington National Monument
National Monument
Booker T. Washington was born a slave in April 1856 on the 207-acre farm of James Burroughs. After the Civil War, Washington became the first principal of Tuskegee Normal and Industrial School. Later...
17 mi from route
~42 min detour
Free
near mile 218.8
View on nps.gov
Fort Monroe National Monument
National Monument
Fort Monroe's story spans from prehistory to the 2000s. Kecoughtan Indians occupied Old Point Comfort before the arrival of English colonists. The first enslaved Africans arrived in 1619. Those escapi...
25 mi from route
~63 min detour
Free
View on nps.gov
Colonial National Historical Park
National Historical Park
On May 13, 1607, Jamestown was established as the first permanent English settlement in North America. Three cultures came together – European, Virginia Indian and African–to create a new society that...
27 mi from route
~68 min detour
$15
near mile 20.8
View on nps.gov
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
What kind of drive is this?
Expect a mixed drive on this route, with 49% of it being highway travel. While a significant portion will be on faster roads like I-81, you'll also encounter sections of Richmond Highway and US-460. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 75.8 miles on I-81, offering a period of consistent cruising. This blend means you won't be solely on monotonous interstate, but you'll also experience the practical efficiency of highway driving for substantial parts of the journey.
49% highway, the rest on surface roads — varied driving throughout.
42 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 75.8 mi on I 81.
How Hard Is This Drive?
10/10
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 0.9 miles in near US 58 BUS / West Constance Road.
Driving Effort
10/10
High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 21 significant decision points across 302.1 miles, you will need to stay alert - especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.9 miles (US 58 BUS / West Constance Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 53.3 miles (SR 630 / Rives Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 59.2 miles (US 460): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Suffolk, VA and Wytheville, VA, road signs point toward Blackstone and Lynchburg.
Blackstone
59.2 mi in
|
~1h 30m
|
via US 460
Lynchburg
65.8 mi in
|
~1h 38m
|
via US 460
About the Cities
Starting in Suffolk, VA
Full guide →Suffolk is a city in the Hampton Roads region of Virginia.
City content from Wikivoyage (CC BY-SA 4.0) and Wikidata (CC0).
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 6h 26m. Total distance: 302.1 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
6h 26m drive, plan rest stops for pacing.
Scenic Drive
Mixed highway & surface route profile with national parks nearby.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 75.8 miles on I 81. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Expect about $2.56 in tolls one way, starting with East Lynchburg Salem Turnpike. Most Northeast and Midwest toll agencies accept E-ZPass; in the West and Texas, transponders like TxTag or FasTrak apply. If you do not have a transponder, cashless tolling plates will mail a bill to the vehicle's registered address — usually with a surcharge, so a rental-car toll pass is often cheaper than paying by mail.
We did not find dedicated rest areas on this route. For a drive this long, plan bathroom and stretch breaks around gas stations, fast-food stops, or small-town downtowns — check the Nearby Places section for options.
It helps. This route has a higher-than-average number of complex decision points, which get harder in the dark. If the last hour of the trip is on surface roads or mountain grades, aim to arrive at Wytheville, VA before sunset when you can. Check the Trip Plan for departure windows that land you in daylight.
Only with planning. This is a long drive for kids — consider splitting it into two days rather than pushing through. Plan at least 1 meaningful breaks. Dedicated rest areas are limited, so plan gas or food stops as your bathroom breaks.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.9 miles (US 58 BUS / West Constance Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 53.3 miles (SR 630 / Rives Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 59.2 miles (US 460): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Yes — Petersburg National Battlefield, Appomattox Court House National Historical Park and Booker T Washington National Monument (5 total within detour distance). See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.
Not recommended in a single day. At 6.4 hours each way, a round trip means 12.9 hours of driving — that is an unsafe level of fatigue for most drivers. Plan at least one night at Wytheville, VA before the return drive.
How this page is built
Compiled by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, EIA for fuel prices, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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