Origin
Suffolk, VA
Late night in Suffolk on Friday
Local time
5:21 AM
EDT
Current temp
80°F
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Live forecast
Trip from Suffolk, VA to Rocky Mount, VA
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 17, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
5h 3m
Distance
220.1 mi
354 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$34
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
4h 50m
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6 AM
5h 3m
8 AM
5h 30m
10 AM
5h 13m
12 PM
5h 10m
3 PM
5h 14m
5 PM
5h 29m
8 PM
4h 55m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Suffolk, VA
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Rocky Mount, VA
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Trip Overview
The drive from Suffolk, VA to Rocky Mount, VA covers 220.1 miles and takes about 5h 3m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on West Washington Street, Holland Road, Courtland Road for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. At current regular gas prices, budget about $34.42 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
1 planned break
Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
Midpoint
110.1 miles from Suffolk, VA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 31m into the drive .
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 5h 3m. Total distance: 220.1 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
5h 3m 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 5h 3m drive with frequent turns across 220.1 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 36 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
West Washington 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 5h 3m 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 Suffolk, VA to Rocky Mount, VA is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| West Washington Street | — | — |
| Holland Road | — | — |
| Courtland Road | — | — |
| Pleasant Shade Drive | — | — |
| Governor Harrison Parkway | — | — |
| Piney Pond Road | — | — |
| Highway 58 | — | — |
| East Atlantic Street | — | — |
Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.
Longest stretch:
West Washington Street
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Suffolk, VA and Rocky Mount, VA.
1
Start on South Saratoga Street
164 ft
·
9 sec
·
South Saratoga Street
2
Turn left onto West Washington Street
1.1 mi
·
2 min
·
West Washington Street
3
Continue on Holland Road
1.6 mi
·
2 min
·
Holland Road
4
At the end of the road, turn left onto Holland Road
50 mi
·
1 hr 6 min
·
Holland Road
5
Continue on Courtland Road
5.2 mi
·
7 min
·
Courtland Road
6
Continue on Pleasant Shade Drive
6.3 mi
·
8 min
·
Pleasant Shade Drive
7
Continue on Governor Harrison Parkway
23 mi
·
30 min
·
Governor Harrison Parkway
8
Continue on Piney Pond Road
1.2 mi
·
2 min
·
Piney Pond Road
9
Continue on Highway 58
3.5 mi
·
5 min
·
Highway 58
10
Continue on East Atlantic Street
1.1 mi
·
1 min
·
East Atlantic Street
11
Continue on South Hill Bypass
3.5 mi
·
4 min
·
South Hill Bypass
12
Continue on Highway 1
3.2 mi
·
4 min
·
Highway 1
13
Continue on Highway 58
19 mi
·
24 min
·
Highway 58
14
Turn straight onto Clarksville Bypass
4.0 mi
·
5 min
·
Clarksville Bypass
15
Continue on Highway 58
18 mi
·
22 min
·
Highway 58
16
Turn right onto John Randolph Boulevard
1.1 mi
·
2 min
·
John Randolph Boulevard
17
Turn left onto Hodges Street
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Hodges Street
18
At the end of the road, turn right onto North Main Street
1.8 mi
·
3 min
·
North Main Street
19
Continue on Old Halifax Road
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
Old Halifax Road
20
Take the ramp straight
266 ft
·
7 sec
21
Merge slight left onto Halifax Road
1.9 mi
·
3 min
·
Halifax Road
22
Continue on South Main Street
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
South Main Street
23
Turn left onto Mountain Road
3.5 mi
·
5 min
·
Mountain Road
24
Turn right onto Chatham Road
13 mi
·
19 min
·
Chatham Road
25
Continue on Halifax Road
14 mi
·
19 min
·
Halifax Road
26
Take the ramp right toward US 29 North
0.2 mi
·
22 sec
·
US 29 North
27
Merge slight left
8.0 mi
·
9 min
28
Keep slight left to continue on US 29 North
1.8 mi
·
2 min
·
US 29 North
29
Take the exit slight right toward VA 40
0.2 mi
·
39 sec
·
VA 40
30
Turn left onto West Gretna Road
14 mi
·
18 min
·
West Gretna Road
31
Continue on Old Franklin Turnpike
17 mi
·
24 min
·
Old Franklin Turnpike
32
Continue on Pell Avenue
0.1 mi
·
19 sec
·
Pell Avenue
33
Turn slight right
0.7 mi
·
1 min
34
At the end of the road, turn right onto North Main Street
184 ft
·
9 sec
·
North Main Street
35
Turn left onto Franklin Street
0.4 mi
·
41 sec
·
Franklin Street
36
Arrive at your destination
Trip Plan
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 110.1 miles from Suffolk, VA, or about 2h 31m 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 48 miles or 1h 6m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 110.1 miles or 2h 31m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 4h 8m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Rocky Mount, VA than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Suffolk, VA so your first major turns are already loaded.
+
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 Suffolk, VA
This is one driving day of about 220.1 miles and 5h 3m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 48 miles from 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.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 110.1 mi from Suffolk, VA · 2h 31m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
110 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 48 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 110.1 miles from Suffolk, VA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Rocky Mount, VA
The final approach into Rocky Mount, 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 Rocky Mount, 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
$34.42 one way
$68.84 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
77 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.34 | $37.63 | $75.27 |
| premium | $4.70 | $40.74 | $81.47 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $48.60 | $97.19 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$34
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$59–$84
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 77 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $23 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 66 | 0 | $23.11 | $10.56 |
| Efficient EV | 55 | 0 | $19.26 | $8.80 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 88 | 1 | $30.81 | $14.09 |
Gas CO2
77 kg
EV CO2
26 kg (66% less)
Plan for 0 charging stops, roughly every 270 miles. Allow 25-40 minutes per stop at a DC fast charger.
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
Rocky Mount, VA
Late night in Rocky Mount on Friday
Local time
5:21 AM
EDT
Current temp
49°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
72°F
Henderson, NC
110 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
31 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
5h 3m on the road
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Suffolk, VA to Rocky Mount, VA covers 220.1 miles and takes about 5h 3m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are West Washington Street, Holland Road, Courtland Road. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 110.1 miles from Suffolk, VA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $34.42 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. Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
This is a straightforward 5h 3m 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 Suffolk, VA to Rocky Mount, VA is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Suffolk, VA to Rocky Mount, VA does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
How this page is built
Compiled and maintained by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy (Helsinki). Each route is built from authoritative open government and mapping datasets rather than crowdsourced reviews. Distances and geometry come from OSRM over OpenStreetMap. Fuel cost uses EIA weekly regional averages. Pages are published only after passing our data-quality checks; our methodology page documents refresh cadence, editorial standards, and known limitations.
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