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Martinsville, VA
Late night in Martinsville on Friday
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2:01 AM
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Trip from Martinsville, VA to South Suffolk, VA
Compiled by the Trip.ovh editorial team · Last recalculated Apr 17, 2026 · Methodology
Drive Time
3h 37m
Distance
204.6 mi
329 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$32
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
3h 25m
★
6 AM
3h 38m
8 AM
4h 2m
10 AM
3h 46m
12 PM
3h 44m
3 PM
3h 48m
5 PM
4h 1m
8 PM
3h 30m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Martinsville, VA
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South Suffolk, VA
Mark Stebnicki
Trip Overview
This 204.6-mile journey from Martinsville, VA, to South Suffolk, VA, is designed for a single day of driving, taking approximately 3 hours and 37 minutes. You'll navigate primarily local roads, with no highway sections, making it a distinctly turn-heavy experience. The estimated fuel cost for this trip is around $33. Given the relatively short duration and local road focus, this route is best suited as a straightforward day trip, allowing for flexibility in your departure and arrival times. Both your origin and destination are within the Southeast region.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
102.3 miles from Martinsville, VA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 48m into the drive .
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 3h 37m. Total distance: 204.6 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
3h 37m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (0%). Straightforward navigation.
Scenic Drive
Turn-heavy local drive route profile.
Drive Character
Expect a 'turn-heavy local drive' for the entirety of this 204.6-mile route, as indicated by its 0% highway share. This means you'll be consistently navigating local roads like East Church Street and A L Philpott Highway, rather than cruising on interstates. Without any significant uninterrupted stretches to speak of, your attention will be engaged by frequent changes in direction and speed. This type of driving offers a more intimate connection with the landscape as you pass through smaller communities and varying terrains.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 26 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
East Church Street is one of the defining roads on this drive.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way.
Driving Effort
3/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 3h 37m drive. You will face about 0 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Martinsville, VA to South Suffolk, VA is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| East Church Street | — | — |
| A L Philpott Highway | — | — |
| Martinsville Highway | — | — |
| US 58 East | — | — |
| South Boston Road | — | — |
| South Boston Highway | — | — |
| Philpott Road | — | — |
| Bill Tuck Highway | — | — |
Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.
Longest stretch:
East Church Street
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Martinsville, VA and South Suffolk, VA.
1
Start on Walnut Street
256 ft
·
14 sec
·
Walnut Street
2
At the end of the road, turn left onto East Church Street
2.0 mi
·
5 min
·
East Church Street
3
Continue on A L Philpott Highway
9.0 mi
·
12 min
·
A L Philpott Highway
4
Continue on Martinsville Highway
8.9 mi
·
11 min
·
Martinsville Highway
5
Take the exit straight toward US 58 East
14 mi
·
17 min
·
US 58 East
6
Take the exit slight right toward US 58 East, US 360 East: South Boston
0.3 mi
·
39 sec
·
US 58 East, US 360 East: South Boston
7
Merge slight left onto South Boston Road
2.9 mi
·
5 min
·
South Boston Road
8
Continue on South Boston Highway
5.3 mi
·
7 min
·
South Boston Highway
9
Continue on Philpott Road
20 mi
·
25 min
·
Philpott Road
10
Continue on Bill Tuck Highway
19 mi
·
24 min
·
Bill Tuck Highway
11
Continue on Clarksville Bypass
3.6 mi
·
4 min
·
Clarksville Bypass
12
Keep slight right to continue on Clarksville Bypass
19 mi
·
24 min
·
Clarksville Bypass
13
Continue on Highway 1
3.5 mi
·
4 min
·
Highway 1
14
Continue on South Hill Bypass
3.3 mi
·
4 min
·
South Hill Bypass
15
Continue on East Atlantic Street
1.1 mi
·
1 min
·
East Atlantic Street
16
Continue on Highway 58
3.6 mi
·
5 min
·
Highway 58
17
Continue on Piney Pond Road
1.2 mi
·
2 min
·
Piney Pond Road
18
Continue on Governor Harrison Parkway
23 mi
·
30 min
·
Governor Harrison Parkway
19
Continue on Pleasant Shade Drive
6.4 mi
·
8 min
·
Pleasant Shade Drive
20
Continue on West Atlantic Street
5.1 mi
·
6 min
·
West Atlantic Street
21
Continue on Southampton Parkway
50 mi
·
1 hr 6 min
·
Southampton Parkway
22
Take the exit slight right toward US 13 South: Ahoskie, Edenton
0.3 mi
·
34 sec
·
US 13 South: Ahoskie, Edenton
23
Continue straight
2.3 mi
·
2 min
24
Keep slight left to continue on US 13 Business, VA 32 Business: Downtown Suffolk
325 ft
·
10 sec
·
US 13 Business, VA 32 Business: Downtown Suffolk
25
Turn left onto Carolina Road
1.3 mi
·
2 min
·
Carolina Road
26
Arrive at your destination
Trip Plan
This 3-hour and 37-minute drive is easily manageable in one day, so you have the flexibility to leave when you please. With only one recommended stop and no long highway stretches, you can adjust your pace as needed. Keep an eye on your fuel, budgeting around $33 for the 204.6 miles, and plan for potential delays in local traffic, especially as you approach South Suffolk. A practical tip for this turn-heavy route is to ensure your navigation system is fully charged or updated, as frequent turns on local roads can be easy to miss.
Morning Departure
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Evening Departure
A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 102.3 miles from Martinsville, VA, or about 1h 48m into the drive.
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 45 miles or 47m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 102.3 miles or 1h 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 2h 58m
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 Martinsville, 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 Martinsville, VA
This is one driving day of about 204.6 miles and 3h 37m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 45 miles from Martinsville, 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.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 102.3 mi from Martinsville, VA · 1h 48m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
102 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 45 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 102.3 miles from Martinsville, 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
$31.99 one way
$63.99 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
72 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.34 | $34.98 | $69.97 |
| premium | $4.70 | $37.87 | $75.73 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $45.17 | $90.35 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$32
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$57–$82
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 71.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $21 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 61.4 | 0 | $21.48 | $9.82 |
| Efficient EV | 51.2 | 0 | $17.90 | $8.18 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 81.8 | 1 | $28.64 | $13.09 |
Gas CO2
72 kg
EV CO2
24 kg (67% 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
Late night in South Suffolk on Friday
Local time
2:01 AM
EDT
Current temp
49°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
72°F
Henderson, NC
102 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
2 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
3h 37m 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 Martinsville, VA to South Suffolk, VA covers 204.6 miles and takes about 3h 37m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are East Church Street, A L Philpott Highway, Martinsville Highway. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 102.3 miles from Martinsville, VA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $31.99 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left. A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
Plan about 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, or rest. A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
This is a straightforward 3h 37m drive. You will face about 0 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Martinsville, VA to South Suffolk, VA is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Martinsville, VA to South Suffolk, VA does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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