Origin
Emporia, VA
Morning in Emporia on Saturday
Local time
6:43 AM
EDT
Current temp
80°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Emporia, VA to Suffolk, VA
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 18, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 17m
Distance
56.8 mi
91 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$9
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 12m
★
6 AM
1h 18m
8 AM
1h 30m
10 AM
1h 22m
12 PM
1h 21m
3 PM
1h 23m
5 PM
1h 29m
8 PM
1h 14m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Emporia, VA
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Suffolk, VA
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Trip Overview
Emporia, VA to Suffolk, VA is 56.8 miles and takes about 1h 17m via US 58, with a fuel budget near $9 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This trip stays within the Southeast region, specifically within Virginia for its entirety. It's a straightforward, highway-focused drive that’s perfect for a quick transit or a short day trip. You'll find the journey efficient, with most of the mileage covered on major roadways, making it a practical option when you need to get from point A to point B without much fuss.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 17m. Total distance: 56.8 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 17m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (92%). Straightforward navigation.
Drive Character
This is a highway-focused drive with 92% of the journey on major roads, so expect a consistent pace for most of the 56.8 miles. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 52.3 miles on US 58, offering a good opportunity to settle in for a while. While primarily highway, the route transitions onto Holland Road and West Washington Street closer to your destination, introducing some local road elements. Overall, the drive is characterized by its efficiency and directness, minimizing complex navigation.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 9 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
US 58 is the longest continuous segment at about 52.3 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US 58 and Holland Road. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes around 0.8 miles in near Southampton Street.
Driving Effort
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Emporia, VA to Suffolk, VA is easy. At 1h 17m with 92% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.8 miles (Southampton Street): Navigation decision point; at 1 miles (US 58 BUS / East Atlantic Street): Navigation decision point; at 1.8 miles (US 58): Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
4 of 4 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
4
0.8 mi into trip
|
~1m in
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Southampton Street
At end of road, turn right onto Southampton Street
Navigation decision point
3
1 mi into trip
|
~2m in
|
US 58 BUS / East Atlantic Street
Turn right onto US 58 BUS / East Atlantic Street
Navigation decision point
5
1.8 mi into trip
|
~3m in
|
US 58
Turn right onto US 58
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
3
56.8 mi into trip
|
~1h 17m in
|
South Saratoga Street
Turn right onto South Saratoga Street
Navigation decision point
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| US 58 | 52.3 mi | 1h 8m |
| Holland Road | 1.6 mi | 2m |
| West Washington Street | 1 mi | 2m |
| East Atlantic Street | 0.8 mi | 1m |
| Lee Street | 0.5 mi | 1m |
| Hicksford Avenue | 0.4 mi | <1m |
| Southampton Street | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| South Saratoga Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
US 58
— 52.3 mi, about 1h 8m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Emporia, VA and Suffolk, VA.
1
Start on Hicksford Avenue
0.4 mi
·
51 sec
·
Hicksford Avenue
2
Continue on Lee Street
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
Lee Street
3
At end of road, turn right onto Southampton Street
0.2 mi
·
27 sec
·
Southampton Street
4
Turn right onto US 58 BUS
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
East Atlantic Street
5
Turn right onto US 58
52 mi
·
1 hr 8 min
·
US 58
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
Continue on US 58 BUS
1.6 mi
·
2 min
·
Holland Road
7
Continue on US 58 Business
1.0 mi
·
2 min
·
West Washington Street
8
Turn right onto South Saratoga Street
165 ft
·
4 sec
·
South Saratoga Street
9
Arrive at destination
South Saratoga Street
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 28.4 mi from Emporia, VA · 38m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
28 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 12 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 28.4 miles from Emporia, VA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Suffolk, VA
The final approach into Suffolk, VA usually feels slower than the middle of the drive, so avoid planning your tightest schedule at the very end.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$8.88 one way
$17.76 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
20 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.34 | $9.71 | $19.42 |
| premium | $4.70 | $10.51 | $21.02 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $12.54 | $25.08 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$9
Estimated CO2 emission: 19.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $6 in charging · 0 stops · 65% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 17 | 0 | $5.96 | $2.73 |
| Efficient EV | 14.2 | 0 | $4.97 | $2.27 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 22.7 | 0 | $7.95 | $3.64 |
Gas CO2
20 kg
EV CO2
7 kg (65% 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
Suffolk, VA
Morning in Suffolk on Saturday
Local time
6:43 AM
EDT
Current temp
86°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
50°F
Franklin, VA
28 mi in
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
6 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 17m 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 Emporia, VA to Suffolk, VA covers 56.8 miles and takes about 1h 17m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are US 58, Holland Road, West Washington Street. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 28.4 miles from Emporia, VA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $8.88 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.
The drive from Emporia, VA to Suffolk, VA is easy. At 1h 17m with 92% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.8 miles (Southampton Street): Navigation decision point; at 1 miles (US 58 BUS / East Atlantic Street): Navigation decision point; at 1.8 miles (US 58): Lane positioning matters here.
The route from Emporia, VA to Suffolk, VA does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
How this page is built
Compiled by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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