Trip from South Suffolk, VA to Fredericksburg, VA

Drive Time

3h 2m

Distance

148.9 mi

240 km

Drive Score

9/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$24

one way

EV Charging

station data

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 34 min

4 AM

2h 51m ★

6 AM

3h 2m

8 AM

3h 25m

10 AM

3h 10m

12 PM

3h 8m

3 PM

3h 11m

5 PM

3h 24m

8 PM

2h 55m

Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.

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South Suffolk, VA

Mark Stebnicki

Fredericksburg, VA

Kelly

Trip Overview

Traveling from South Suffolk to Fredericksburg covers 148.9 miles and typically takes about 3 hours and 2 minutes of driving time. Because this journey stays entirely within Southeast Virginia, you can easily complete it in a single day without needing an overnight stay. Expect to spend approximately $24 on fuel for the trip, making it a budget-friendly option for your itinerary. You will navigate a mix of major thoroughfares, including I-95, the Korean War Veterans Memorial Highway, and Benns Church Boulevard. Whether you are heading north for business or a change of scenery, this route offers a straightforward path between two distinct parts of the state.

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

74.4 miles from South Suffolk, VA

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 37m into the drive .

Drive Character

This trip features a mixed-drive profile, transitioning between local roads and major interstate corridors. With a 30% highway share, you will spend a significant portion of your time on regional arteries before merging onto the busier I-95. The longest uninterrupted segment you will encounter is a 44.1-mile stretch on I-95, where you can settle into a consistent driving pace. Expect the road personality to shift as you move from local boulevards onto high-speed highway lanes. By balancing these different road types, the journey keeps you engaged without feeling like a monotonous interstate grind.

Expect a mix of faster highway mileage and slower local approaches near the beginning or end.

There are about 26 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.

I 95 is the longest continuous segment at about 44.1 miles.

How Hard Is This Drive?

This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. You will hit about 13 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 3.1 miles in near Godwin Boulevard.

Route Complexity 6/10

Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing

This drive requires moderate attention. Across 148.9 miles you will encounter 13 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 3.1 miles (Godwin Boulevard): Lane positioning matters here; at 73.2 miles (I 295 / Korean War Veterans Memorial Highway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 99.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.

Critical Maneuvers

5 of 13 key points

These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.

3.1 mi into trip | ~7m in | Godwin Boulevard

Turn right onto Godwin Boulevard

Lane positioning matters here

Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.

73.2 mi into trip | ~1h 35m in | I 295 / Korean War Veterans Memorial Highway

Merge onto I 295 / Korean War Veterans Memorial Highway

Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here

Use the none lane.

99.5 mi into trip | ~2h 4m in

Take the exit toward I 95 North: Washington

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here

Use the slight left lane. Exit 43A Toward I 95 North: Washington

101.9 mi into trip | ~2h 6m in | I 95

Merge onto I 95

Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / slight right lanes.

145.9 mi into trip | ~2h 54m in

Take the exit toward VA 3 East: Fredericskburg

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here

Use the slight right lane. Exit 130A Toward VA 3 East: Fredericskburg

Main Roads

Road	Distance	Duration
I 95	44.1 mi	47m
Korean War Veterans Memorial Highway	26.3 mi	28m
Benns Church Boulevard	16.3 mi	21m
James River Drive	14.6 mi	19m
Colonial Trail West	13.3 mi	15m
Colonial Trail East	9.9 mi	11m
Godwin Boulevard	8.9 mi	10m
East Randolph Road	2.9 mi	4m

Longest stretch: I 95 — 44.1 mi, about 47m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between South Suffolk, VA and Fredericksburg, VA.

Start on US 13 BUS; VA 32

0.9 mi · 1 min · Carolina Road

Use the straight / right lanes.

Continue on US 13 BUS; VA 10; VA 32

2.2 mi · 4 min · North Main Street

Use the none lane.

Continue on US 460 BUS; VA 10; VA 32

366 ft · 8 sec · Pruden Boulevard

Turn right onto Godwin Boulevard

8.9 mi · 10 min · Godwin Boulevard

Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.

Continue on VA 10; VA 32

16 mi · 21 min · Benns Church Boulevard

Use the none lane.

Continue on VA 10

9.9 mi · 11 min · Colonial Trail East

Turn left onto VA 10; VA 31

1.0 mi · 1 min · Rolfe Highway

Turn right onto VA 10

13 mi · 15 min · Colonial Trail West

Continue on VA 10

15 mi · 19 min · James River Drive

Continue on VA 10; VA 156 BUS

2.9 mi · 4 min · East Randolph Road

Continue on VA 10

2.5 mi · 3 min · East Hundred Road

Use the none lane.

Take the exit

0.2 mi · 32 sec

Toward I 295 North: Washington

Continue on this road

0.4 mi · 46 sec · this road

Toward I 295 North: Washington

Merge onto I 295

26 mi · 28 min · Korean War Veterans Memorial Highway

Use the none lane.

Take the exit

2.4 mi · 2 min

Exit 43A Toward I 95 North: Washington Use the slight left lane.

Merge onto I 95

44 mi · 47 min · I 95

Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Take the exit

0.4 mi · 56 sec

Exit 130A Toward VA 3 East: Fredericskburg Use the slight right lane.

Merge onto VA 3

0.5 mi · 1 min · Plank Road

Use the none lane.

Continue on VA 3

0.6 mi · 1 min · William Street

Use the none lane.

Turn left onto VA 3 BUS

0.1 mi · 22 sec · William Street

Use the left lane.

Turn slight right onto Hanover Street

0.9 mi · 2 min · Hanover Street

Continue on George Street

0.2 mi · 37 sec · George Street

Turn left onto Prince Edward Street

400 ft · 15 sec · Prince Edward Street

Turn right onto VA 3 BUS

0.1 mi · 26 sec · William Street

Turn right onto US 1 BUS; US 17 BUS; VA 2

54 ft · 1 sec · Princess Anne Street

Arrive at destination

US 1 BUS; US 17 BUS; VA 2

Trip Plan

To make the most of your 3-hour drive, try to time your departure to avoid peak traffic on the I-95 corridor. Since this is a relatively short trip, one well-timed stop is usually enough to keep you refreshed throughout the 148.9-mile journey. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge when navigating the transition between the Korean War Veterans Memorial Highway and the interstate to ensure you have enough to cover the final leg. Planning for a single, efficient break will help you maintain a steady pace toward Fredericksburg. Flexibility is your biggest advantage here, as the manageable duration allows you to depart at your own leisure without needing a complex travel schedule.

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 74.4 miles from South Suffolk, VA, or about 1h 37m into the drive.

The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 44.1 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 80 miles or 1h 43m in

Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.

Halfway reset

Around 74.4 miles or 1h 37m 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 28m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Fredericksburg, 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.

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.

Day 1

Settle into the route from South Suffolk, VA

This is one driving day of about 148.9 miles and 3h 2m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from South Suffolk, 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.

The longest stretch is on I 95 for about 44.1 miles.

Where to Stop

Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.

Halfway Point

Midpoint

About 74.4 mi from South Suffolk, VA · 1h 37m into the drive

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Middletown, MD

74 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

Middletown, MD

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Middletown, MD

Meal break

The midpoint is around 74.4 miles from South Suffolk, VA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Arriving in Fredericksburg, VA

The final approach into Fredericksburg, 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 Fredericksburg, 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

$23.83 one way

$47.66 round trip

$4.07/gal 25.4 MPG avg 52 kg CO₂

Fuel Type	$/gal	One Way	Round Trip
midgrade	$4.43	$25.96	$51.93
premium	$4.78	$28.01	$56.02
diesel	$5.64	$33.08	$66.16

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$24

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$49–$74

Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.

Estimated CO2 emission: 52.1 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.

Driving Electric?

About $16 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO₂

Vehicle Type	kWh	DC Fast	Home Charge
Average EV	44.7	$15.63	$7.15
Efficient EV	37.2	$13.03	$5.96
EV Truck/SUV	59.6	$20.85	$9.53

Gas CO2

52 kg

EV CO2

17 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.

Forecast data refreshed 2 days ago

Origin

South Suffolk, VA

Evening in South Suffolk on Sunday

Local time

6:38 PM

EDT

Current temp

67°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Fredericksburg, VA

Evening in Fredericksburg on Sunday

Local time

6:38 PM

EDT

Current temp

68°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Along the Route

86°F

Middletown, MD

74 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 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 2m 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 Fredericksburg, VA covers 148.9 miles and takes about 3h 2m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.

The main roads are I 95, Korean War Veterans Memorial Highway, Benns Church Boulevard. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.

This is a comfortable same-day trip.

The midpoint is about 74.4 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 $23.83 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.

The route from South Suffolk, VA to Fredericksburg, VA does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.

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Trip from South Suffolk, VA to Fredericksburg, VA

Best Time to Leave

Trip Overview

Drive Character

How Hard Is This Drive?

Critical Maneuvers

Main Roads

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Trip Plan

Before You Leave

Where to Stop

Pacing Suggestions

Arriving in Fredericksburg, VA

Fuel & Cost

Travel Intel

South Suffolk, VA

Fredericksburg, VA

Same local time

1 degrees warmer at arrival

3h 2m on the road

Frequently Asked Questions

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