Origin
South Suffolk, VA
Late night in South Suffolk on Saturday
Local time
12:00 AM
EDT
Current temp
49°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from South Suffolk, VA to Highland Springs, VA
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 18, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 58m
Distance
91.8 mi
148 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$14
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 50m
★
6 AM
1h 58m
8 AM
2h 15m
10 AM
2h 4m
12 PM
2h 2m
3 PM
2h 5m
5 PM
2h 14m
8 PM
1h 53m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
South Suffolk, VA
Mark Stebnicki
Highland Springs, VA
Michał Robak
Trip Overview
The drive from South Suffolk, VA to Highland Springs, VA covers 91.8 miles and takes about 1h 58m 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, Godwin Boulevard for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. At current regular gas prices, budget about $14.36 one way before food or hotel costs.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
45.9 miles from South Suffolk, VA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 59m into the drive .
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 58m. Total distance: 91.8 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 58m 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 1h 58m drive with frequent turns across 91.8 miles of local and secondary roads.
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.
North Main 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. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive.
Driving Effort
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from South Suffolk, VA to Highland Springs, VA is easy. At 1h 58m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from South Suffolk, VA to Highland Springs, VA is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| North Main Street | — | — |
| Pruden Boulevard | — | — |
| Godwin Boulevard | — | — |
| Benns Church Boulevard | — | — |
| Colonial Trail East | — | — |
| Rolfe Highway | — | — |
| Colonial Trail West | — | — |
| James River Drive | — | — |
Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.
Longest stretch:
North Main Street
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between South Suffolk, VA and Highland Springs, VA.
1
Start on Carolina Road
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
Carolina Road
2
Continue on North Main Street
2.2 mi
·
4 min
·
North Main Street
3
Continue on Pruden Boulevard
367 ft
·
9 sec
·
Pruden Boulevard
4
Turn right onto Godwin Boulevard
8.9 mi
·
10 min
·
Godwin Boulevard
5
Continue on Benns Church Boulevard
16 mi
·
21 min
·
Benns Church Boulevard
6
Continue on Colonial Trail East
9.9 mi
·
11 min
·
Colonial Trail East
7
Turn left onto Rolfe Highway
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
Rolfe Highway
8
Turn right onto Colonial Trail West
13 mi
·
15 min
·
Colonial Trail West
9
Continue on James River Drive
15 mi
·
19 min
·
James River Drive
10
Continue on East Randolph Road
2.9 mi
·
4 min
·
East Randolph Road
11
Continue on East Hundred Road
2.5 mi
·
3 min
·
East Hundred Road
12
Take the exit slight right toward I 295 North: Washington
0.2 mi
·
32 sec
·
I 295 North: Washington
13
Continue on I 295 North: Washington
0.4 mi
·
47 sec
·
I 295 North: Washington
14
Merge slight left onto Korean War Veterans Memorial Highway
15 mi
·
16 min
·
Korean War Veterans Memorial Highway
15
Take the exit slight right toward VA 156 South: Highland Springs
0.3 mi
·
1 min
·
VA 156 South: Highland Springs
16
Continue on North Airport Drive
2.1 mi
·
3 min
·
North Airport Drive
17
Turn right onto East Nine Mile Road
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
East Nine Mile Road
18
Turn left onto South Holly Avenue
30 ft
·
1 sec
·
South Holly Avenue
19
Arrive at your destination
Trip Plan
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 45.9 miles from South Suffolk, VA, or about 59m 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 20 miles or 25m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 45.9 miles or 59m 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 36m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Highland Springs, VA than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
Open the route before leaving South Suffolk, VA so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from South Suffolk, VA
This is one driving day of about 91.8 miles and 1h 58m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 20 miles from South Suffolk, VA.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 45.9 mi from South Suffolk, VA · 59m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
46 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 20 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 45.9 miles from South Suffolk, VA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Highland Springs, VA
The final approach into Highland Springs, 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
$14.36 one way
$28.71 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
32 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.34 | $15.70 | $31.39 |
| premium | $4.70 | $16.99 | $33.98 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $20.27 | $40.54 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$14
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$39–$64
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 32.1 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $10 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 27.5 | 0 | $9.64 | $4.41 |
| Efficient EV | 23 | 0 | $8.03 | $3.67 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 36.7 | 0 | $12.85 | $5.88 |
Gas CO2
32 kg
EV CO2
11 kg (66% 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
Highland Springs, VA
Late night in Highland Springs on Saturday
Local time
12:00 AM
EDT
Current temp
72°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
52°F
Waverly, VA
46 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
23 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 58m 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 South Suffolk, VA to Highland Springs, VA covers 91.8 miles and takes about 1h 58m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are North Main Street, Pruden Boulevard, Godwin Boulevard. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 45.9 miles from South Suffolk, VA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $14.36 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 South Suffolk, VA to Highland Springs, VA is easy. At 1h 58m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from South Suffolk, VA to Highland Springs, VA is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from South Suffolk, VA to Highland Springs, 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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