Origin
Newport News, VA
Evening in Newport News on Sunday
Local time
7:51 PM
EDT
Current temp
67°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Newport News, VA to Suffolk, VA
Drive Time
47m
Distance
31 mi
50 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$5
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 44m
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6 AM
0h 48m
8 AM
0h 56m
10 AM
0h 51m
12 PM
0h 50m
3 PM
0h 51m
5 PM
0h 55m
8 PM
0h 45m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Newport News, VA
Kelly
Suffolk, VA
Mark Stebnicki
Trip Overview
Traveling between Newport News and Suffolk is a straightforward 31-mile journey that typically takes about 47 minutes. Since you are staying within the Southeast region of Virginia, this route functions perfectly as a simple day trip that requires no overnight stay. You can expect to spend approximately $5 on fuel for this short excursion. Navigating via Jefferson Avenue, the James River Bridge, and Godwin Boulevard keeps the trip direct and efficient. Because the drive is brief, it offers great flexibility for your schedule, allowing you to complete the transit quickly and get straight to your plans in Suffolk.
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
15.5 miles from Newport News, VA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 25m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a turn-heavy local drive that keeps you engaged behind the wheel rather than a monotonous interstate cruise. With 0% highway share, you will be navigating local roads for the entirety of the 31-mile trip. The longest uninterrupted stretch you will encounter is an 8.9-mile segment along Godwin Boulevard, which serves as the backbone of the latter half of your journey. Transitioning from city streets to these local connectors requires constant attention to turns and changing traffic patterns. It is a practical, functional drive that emphasizes local connectivity over high-speed transit.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 19 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Godwin Boulevard is the longest continuous segment at about 8.9 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 around 0.1 miles in near Pilot House Drive.
Route Complexity
5/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 31 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: at 0.1 miles (Pilot House Drive): Navigation decision point; at 0.3 miles (Thimble Shoals Boulevard): Navigation decision point; at 1.2 miles (US 17; VA 143 / Jefferson Avenue): 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.
5
0.1 mi into trip
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~0m in
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Pilot House Drive
At end of road, turn left onto Pilot House Drive
Navigation decision point
5
0.3 mi into trip
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~1m in
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Thimble Shoals Boulevard
Turn right onto Thimble Shoals Boulevard
Navigation decision point
4
1.2 mi into trip
|
~2m in
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US 17; VA 143 / Jefferson Avenue
Turn left onto US 17; VA 143 / Jefferson Avenue
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
5
5.3 mi into trip
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~10m in
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US 17; US 258; VA 32 / Mercury Boulevard
Merge onto US 17; US 258; VA 32 / Mercury Boulevard
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
5
31 mi into trip
|
~47m in
|
South Saratoga Street
Turn left onto South Saratoga Street
Navigation decision point
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Godwin Boulevard | 8.9 mi | 10m |
| James River Bridge | 4.4 mi | 6m |
| Jefferson Avenue | 4.1 mi | 7m |
| Benns Church Boulevard | 4 mi | 5m |
| Brewers Neck Boulevard | 2.7 mi | 3m |
| Carrollton Boulevard | 2.4 mi | 3m |
| North Main Street | 2.2 mi | 5m |
| Mercury Boulevard | 0.8 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
Godwin Boulevard
— 8.9 mi, about 10m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Newport News, VA and Suffolk, VA.
1
Start on this road
438 ft
·
34 sec
·
this road
2
At end of road, turn left onto Pilot House Drive
0.2 mi
·
29 sec
·
Pilot House Drive
3
Turn right onto Thimble Shoals Boulevard
0.3 mi
·
38 sec
·
Thimble Shoals Boulevard
4
Turn right onto US 17
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
J Clyde Morris Boulevard
5
Turn left onto US 17; VA 143
4.1 mi
·
7 min
·
Jefferson Avenue
Use the left lane.
6
Take the ramp onto US 17
394 ft
·
12 sec
·
US 17
7
Merge onto US 17; US 258; VA 32
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
Mercury Boulevard
Use the right lane.
8
Continue on US 17; US 258; VA 32
4.4 mi
·
6 min
·
James River Bridge
9
Continue on US 17; US 258; VA 32
2.4 mi
·
3 min
·
Carrollton Boulevard
Use the none lane.
10
Turn right onto US 258; VA 32
2.7 mi
·
3 min
·
Brewers Neck Boulevard
Use the none lane.
11
Turn left onto VA 32
0.2 mi
·
36 sec
·
Benns Grant Boulevard
12
Turn left onto VA 10; VA 32
4.0 mi
·
5 min
·
Benns Church Boulevard
13
Continue on VA 10; VA 32
8.4 mi
·
9 min
·
Godwin Boulevard
14
Continue on VA 10; VA 32
0.5 mi
·
48 sec
·
Godwin Boulevard
15
Turn left onto US 460 BUS; VA 10; VA 32
366 ft
·
6 sec
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Pruden Boulevard
16
Continue on US 460 BUS; VA 10; VA 32
2.2 mi
·
5 min
·
North Main Street
17
Turn right onto VA 337
454 ft
·
17 sec
·
West Washington Street
18
Turn left onto South Saratoga Street
165 ft
·
4 sec
·
South Saratoga Street
19
Arrive at destination
South Saratoga Street
Trip Plan
Given the 47-minute duration, you have plenty of freedom to choose your departure time based on local traffic patterns. Since there are zero planned stops along the route, ensure your vehicle is fueled up before you head out, keeping in mind the $5 estimated cost. Stay alert as you navigate the frequent turns, particularly when transitioning onto Godwin Boulevard for the longest stretch of the trip. Because this is a relatively short commute, you won't need to worry about pacing rest breaks, but keeping a steady pace through the turn-heavy sections will make for a much smoother experience.
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 15.5 miles from Newport News, VA, or about 25m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 8.9 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 31 miles or 47m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 15.5 miles or 25m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 39m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Suffolk, VA than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Newport News, 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 Newport News, VA
This is one driving day of about 31 miles and 47m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Newport News, 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 Godwin Boulevard for about 8.9 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 15.5 mi from Newport News, VA · 25m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
16 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 31 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 15.5 miles from Newport News, 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.
Try to arrive with enough fuel left to skip an immediate station stop unless you already know the area around 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
$4.96 one way
$9.92 round trip
$4.07/gal
25.4 MPG avg
11 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.43 | $5.41 | $10.81 |
| premium | $4.78 | $5.83 | $11.66 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $6.89 | $13.77 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$5
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$30–$55
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 10.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $3 in charging · 0 stops · 64% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 9.3 | 0 | $3.25 | $1.49 |
| Efficient EV | 7.8 | 0 | $2.71 | $1.24 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 12.4 | 0 | $4.34 | $1.98 |
Gas CO2
11 kg
EV CO2
4 kg (64% 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
Evening in Suffolk on Sunday
Local time
7:51 PM
EDT
Current temp
66°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Along the Route
86°F
Middletown, MD
16 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
47m 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 Newport News, VA to Suffolk, VA covers 31 miles and takes about 47m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Godwin Boulevard, James River Bridge, Jefferson Avenue. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 15.5 miles from Newport News, VA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $4.96 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 31 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: at 0.1 miles (Pilot House Drive): Navigation decision point; at 0.3 miles (Thimble Shoals Boulevard): Navigation decision point; at 1.2 miles (US 17; VA 143 / Jefferson Avenue): Lane positioning matters here.
The route from Newport News, VA to Suffolk, VA does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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