Origin
Colonial Heights, VA
Evening in Colonial Heights on Sunday
Local time
7:48 PM
EDT
Current temp
68°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Colonial Heights, VA to South Suffolk, VA
Drive Time
1h 39m
Distance
64 mi
103 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$10
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 32m
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6 AM
1h 40m
8 AM
1h 55m
10 AM
1h 45m
12 PM
1h 44m
3 PM
1h 46m
5 PM
1h 54m
8 PM
1h 35m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Colonial Heights, VA
Pavan Sai .D
South Suffolk, VA
Mark Stebnicki
Trip Overview
If you are looking to travel from Colonial Heights to South Suffolk, this 64-mile trek is an ideal candidate for a single-day journey. Expect to spend approximately 1 hour and 39 minutes on the road, making it a manageable drive that does not require an overnight stay. You will primarily navigate via General Mahone Highway, Windsor Boulevard, and County Drive, keeping your fuel costs to a modest $10. Both your starting point and destination sit within the Southeast region of Virginia, ensuring a consistent regional feel throughout the trip. This route works best for those who prefer local roads over the monotony of major interstates.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
0 planned breaks
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
32 miles from Colonial Heights, VA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 48m into the drive .
Drive Character
Prepare for a turn-heavy, local driving experience that favors backroads over high-speed transit. With only 8% of the journey taking place on highways, you should anticipate a more deliberate pace as you navigate the regional layout. Your longest uninterrupted stretch lasts for 14.3 miles along the General Mahone Highway, providing the most consistent flow before the road transitions into more frequent turns. Because this is a local-heavy route, you will experience a constant change in scenery as the roads wind through the landscape. It is a practical drive that demands more attention from the driver than a standard interstate cruise.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 23 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
General Mahone Highway is the longest continuous segment at about 14.3 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. You will hit about 9 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near East Ellerslie Avenue.
Route Complexity
6/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 64 miles you will encounter 9 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (East Ellerslie Avenue): Lane positioning matters here; at 0.9 miles (Conduit Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 3.9 miles (I 95): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 9 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
6
0 mi into trip
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~0m in
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East Ellerslie Avenue
At end of road, turn right onto East Ellerslie Avenue
Lane positioning matters here
Use the none lane.
6
0.9 mi into trip
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~1m in
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Conduit Road
Turn right onto Conduit Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
6
3.9 mi into trip
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~7m in
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I 95
Keep slight left at fork onto I 95
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
8 mi into trip
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~12m in
Take the exit toward SR 629: Rives Road
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 47
Toward SR 629: Rives Road
7
10.2 mi into trip
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~16m in
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US 460 / County Drive
Turn sharp right onto US 460 / County Drive
Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach. Lane positioning matters here
Use the none lane.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| General Mahone Highway | 14.3 mi | 19m |
| Windsor Boulevard | 9.9 mi | 15m |
| County Drive | 9.5 mi | 14m |
| General Mahone Boulevard | 8.4 mi | 11m |
| Pruden Boulevard | 6.2 mi | 10m |
| I 95 | 4 mi | 5m |
| North County Drive | 2.4 mi | 4m |
| North Main Street | 2.2 mi | 4m |
Longest stretch:
General Mahone Highway
— 14.3 mi, about 19m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Colonial Heights, VA and South Suffolk, VA.
1
Start on this road
257 ft
·
20 sec
·
this road
2
At end of road, turn right onto East Ellerslie Avenue
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
East Ellerslie Avenue
Use the none lane.
3
Turn right onto Conduit Road
0.9 mi
·
2 min
·
Conduit Road
Use the right lane.
4
Turn left onto West Roslyn Road
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
West Roslyn Road
5
Take the ramp
382 ft
·
9 sec
Toward I 95 South
6
Merge onto I 95
1.3 mi
·
1 min
·
Richmond-Petersburg Turnpike
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
Keep slight left at fork onto I 95
4.0 mi
·
5 min
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I 95
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
37 sec
Exit 47
Toward SR 629: Rives Road
Use the slight right lane.
9
Turn left onto SR 629
2.0 mi
·
3 min
·
Rives Road
Use the none lane.
10
Turn sharp right onto US 460
9.5 mi
·
14 min
·
County Drive
Use the none lane.
11
Continue on US 460
6.1 mi
·
8 min
·
General Mahone Highway
12
Continue on US 460
1.4 mi
·
2 min
·
North County Drive
13
Continue on US 460
6.2 mi
·
8 min
·
General Mahone Highway
14
Continue on US 460
1.1 mi
·
2 min
·
North County Drive
15
Continue on US 460
2.0 mi
·
2 min
·
General Mahone Highway
16
Continue on US 460
0.1 mi
·
9 sec
·
Mahone Highway
17
Continue on US 460
8.4 mi
·
11 min
·
General Mahone Boulevard
Use the none lane.
18
Continue on US 460
9.9 mi
·
15 min
·
Windsor Boulevard
Use the none lane.
19
Continue on US 460
5.1 mi
·
8 min
·
Pruden Boulevard
20
Continue on US 460 BUS
1.1 mi
·
1 min
·
Pruden Boulevard
Use the left / none lanes.
21
Continue on US 460 BUS; VA 10; VA 32
2.2 mi
·
4 min
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North Main Street
22
Continue on US 13 BUS; VA 32
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
Carolina Road
Use the none lane.
23
Arrive at destination
US 13 BUS; VA 32
Trip Plan
Since this is a straightforward 64-mile trip with no mandatory stops, you have plenty of flexibility to plan your departure around your personal schedule. You can easily complete the entire drive in one go, so there is no need to worry about splitting the trip into multiple days. Keep in mind that the turn-heavy nature of the route means you should stay alert at every intersection and junction. Given the $10 fuel estimate, it is wise to fill your tank before you leave Colonial Heights to ensure a stress-free transit. Use the 14.3-mile stretch on General Mahone Highway as your baseline for gauging your arrival time in South Suffolk.
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 32 miles from Colonial Heights, VA, or about 48m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 14.3 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 64 miles or 1h 39m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 32 miles or 48m 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 21m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near South Suffolk, VA than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Colonial Heights, VA so your first major turns are already loaded.
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Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
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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 Colonial Heights, VA
This is one driving day of about 64 miles and 1h 39m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Colonial Heights, VA.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
You may only need one short stretch stop if conditions stay smooth.
The longest stretch is on General Mahone Highway for about 14.3 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 32 mi from Colonial Heights, VA · 48m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
32 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 64 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 32 miles from Colonial Heights, VA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in South Suffolk, VA
The final approach into South Suffolk, VA usually feels slower than the middle of the drive, so avoid planning your tightest schedule at the very end.
Try to arrive with enough fuel left to skip an immediate station stop unless you already know the area around South Suffolk, VA.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$10.24 one way
$20.49 round trip
$4.07/gal
25.4 MPG avg
22 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.43 | $11.16 | $22.32 |
| premium | $4.78 | $12.04 | $24.08 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $14.22 | $28.44 |
Estimated Tolls: $0.09
Richmond-Petersburg Turnpike
(1.3 mi)
$0.09
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
$10
Tolls
$0
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$35–$60
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 22.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $7 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 19.2 | 0 | $6.72 | $3.07 |
| Efficient EV | 16 | 0 | $5.60 | $2.56 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 25.6 | 0 | $8.96 | $4.10 |
Gas CO2
22 kg
EV CO2
7 kg (68% 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.
Destination
South Suffolk, VA
Evening in South Suffolk on Sunday
Local time
7:48 PM
EDT
Current temp
67°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Along the Route
86°F
Middletown, MD
32 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 cooler at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
1h 39m 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.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Colonial Heights, VA to South Suffolk, VA covers 64 miles and takes about 1h 39m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are General Mahone Highway, Windsor Boulevard, County Drive. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 32 miles from Colonial Heights, VA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $10.24 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch. Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 64 miles you will encounter 9 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (East Ellerslie Avenue): Lane positioning matters here; at 0.9 miles (Conduit Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 3.9 miles (I 95): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
The route from Colonial Heights, VA to South Suffolk, VA does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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