Drive Time
7h 36m
Distance
367.4 mi
591 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$57
one way
The drive from South Suffolk, VA to Colonial Heights, VA covers 367.4 miles and takes about 7h 36m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on North Main Street, Pruden Boulevard, Windsor Boulevard for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. At current regular gas prices, budget about $57.29 one way before food or hotel costs.
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
2 planned breaks
Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
Midpoint
183.7 miles from South Suffolk, VA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 3h 48m into the drive .
Expect a 7h 36m drive with frequent turns across 367.4 miles of local and secondary roads.
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| North Main Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Pruden Boulevard | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Windsor Boulevard | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| General Mahone Boulevard | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Mahone Highway | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| General Mahone Highway | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| South County Drive | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| County Drive | Unavailable | Refreshing |
Per-road distance and duration are being refreshed from OSRM for this route.
Step-by-step road directions between South Suffolk, VA and Colonial Heights, VA.
Start on Carolina Road
Continue on North Main Street
Continue on Pruden Boulevard
Continue on Windsor Boulevard
Continue on General Mahone Boulevard
Continue on Mahone Highway
Continue on General Mahone Highway
Continue on South County Drive
Continue on General Mahone Highway
Continue on South County Drive
Continue on General Mahone Highway
Continue on County Drive
Turn left onto Rives Road
Take the ramp right toward I 95 North
Merge slight left
Take the exit slight right toward I 85 South, US 460 West: Durham, Blackstone
Merge slight right onto Richmond-Petersburg Turnpike
Take the exit slight right toward US 460 West: Blackstone, Lynchburg
Continue on Airport Street
Continue on New Cox Road
Continue on East Colonial Trail Highway
Continue on East Colonial Trail Road
Continue on East Colonial Trail
Merge slight left onto West Colonial Trail Highway
Keep slight right to continue on West Colonial Trail Highway
Keep slight left
Keep slight right to continue on Richmond Highway
Continue on East Lynchburg Salem Turnpike
Continue on West Lynchburg Salem Turnpike
Continue on Blue Ridge Boulevard
Continue on Challenger Avenue Northeast
Turn right onto Cloverdale Road
Continue on Roanoke Road
Take the exit slight right
Merge slight left
Continue straight
Keep slight left
Take the exit slight right toward Old Airport Road, Bonham Road
Turn right onto Old Airport Road
Turn right onto Lee Highway
Arrive at your destination
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.
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 81 miles or 1h 40m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 183.7 miles or 3h 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 6h 21m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Colonial Heights, VA than in the middle of the route.
Open the route before leaving South 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.
Pick one backup stop option before the midpoint in case traffic changes your pacing.
Day 1
Settle into the route from South Suffolk, VA
This is one driving day of about 367.4 miles and 7h 36m.
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 183.7 mi from South Suffolk, VA · 3h 48m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
184 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.
A short stop after about 81 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 183.7 miles from South Suffolk, VA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
The final approach into Colonial Heights, 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 Colonial Heights, VA.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Regular Gas
$57.29 one way
$114.59 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.43 | $64.06 | $128.13 |
| premium | $4.78 | $69.11 | $138.22 |
| diesel | $5.62 | $81.35 | $162.70 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$57
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$82–$107
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 128.5 kg one way.
Driving Electric?
About $39 in charging · 1 stop · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 110.2 | 1 | $38.58 | $17.64 |
| Efficient EV | 91.9 | 1 | $32.15 | $14.70 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 147 | 1 | $51.44 | $23.51 |
Gas CO2
129 kg
EV CO2
43 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. If you're planning ahead, check the forecast closer to your travel date.
Origin
Morning in South Suffolk on Saturday
Local time
10:22 AM
EDT
Current temp
67°F
Forecast unavailable right now
Destination
Morning in Colonial Heights on Saturday
Local time
10:22 AM
EDT
Current temp
59°F
Forecast unavailable right now
Along the Route
76°F
Oakland, MD
184 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
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
Start early — leave by 6-7 AM to arrive at a reasonable hour.
Thanks for your feedback!
Your tip has been submitted. Thanks!
/500
Recent Tips
·
Explore more options from South Suffolk, VA or browse trips ending in Colonial Heights, VA.
Looking for more statewide routes? Browse VA road trips.
Explore maps for South Suffolk, VA or Colonial Heights, VA on MapSof.net.
