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Trip from Suffolk, VA to Annandale, VA

Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 18, 2026 · Editorial standards

Drive Time

3h 49m

Distance

190.1 mi

306 km

Drive Score

9/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$30

one way

EV Charging

Fair

2 DC fast

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 39 min
4 AM
3h 36m ★
6 AM
3h 49m
8 AM
4h 15m
10 AM
3h 58m
12 PM
3h 56m
3 PM
3h 59m
5 PM
4h 13m
8 PM
3h 42m

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

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independent city in Virginia, United States

Suffolk, VA

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census designated place in Virginia, United Stetes

Annandale, VA

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Trip Overview

The drive from Suffolk, VA to Annandale, VA covers 190.1 miles and takes about 3h 49m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.

The route leans on I 95, Korean War Veterans Memorial Highway, Benns Church Boulevard for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is mixed drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 82.3 miles on I 95. At current regular gas prices, budget about $29.73 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.

Break Rhythm

1 planned break

A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.

Midpoint

95.1 miles from Suffolk, VA

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 58m into the drive .

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
I 95 82.3 mi 1h 33m
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 — 82.3 mi, about 1h 33m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

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

1

Start on South Saratoga Street

165 ft · 10 sec · South Saratoga Street
2

Turn right onto VA 337

454 ft · 16 sec · West Washington Street
3

Turn left onto US 13 BUS; VA 10; VA 32

2.2 mi · 4 min · North Main Street
4

Continue on US 460 BUS; VA 10; VA 32

366 ft · 8 sec · Pruden Boulevard
5

Turn right onto Godwin Boulevard

8.9 mi · 10 min · Godwin Boulevard
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6

Continue on VA 10; VA 32

16 mi · 21 min · Benns Church Boulevard
7

Continue on VA 10

9.9 mi · 11 min · Colonial Trail East
8

Turn left onto VA 10; VA 31

1.0 mi · 1 min · Rolfe Highway
9

Turn right onto VA 10

13 mi · 15 min · Colonial Trail West
10

Continue on VA 10

15 mi · 19 min · James River Drive
11

Continue on VA 10; VA 156 BUS

2.9 mi · 4 min · East Randolph Road
12

Continue on VA 10

2.5 mi · 3 min · East Hundred Road
13

Take the exit

0.2 mi · 32 sec
Toward I 295 North: Washington
14

Continue on this road

0.4 mi · 46 sec · this road
Toward I 295 North: Washington
15

Merge onto I 295

26 mi · 28 min · Korean War Veterans Memorial Highway
16

Take the exit

2.4 mi · 2 min
Exit 43A Toward I 95 North: Washington Use the slight left lane.
17

Merge onto I 95

46 mi · 49 min · I 95
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
18

Keep slight right at fork onto I 95; US 17

1.6 mi · 1 min · I 95; US 17
19

Keep slight left at fork

1.0 mi · 1 min
20

Merge onto I 95

35 mi · 41 min · I 95
Use the slight left lane.
21

Keep slight right at fork onto I 395

0.6 mi · 52 sec · Henry G. Shirley Memorial Highway
Exit 170A; 170B Toward I 395 North, I 495 North: Washington, Tysons Corner Use the straight / slight left lanes.
22

Take the exit

1.4 mi · 1 min
Exit 170B Toward I 495 North: Tysons Corner Use the slight right lane.
23

Merge onto I 495

1.0 mi · 1 min · Capital Beltway
24

Keep slight right at fork onto I 495

0.4 mi · 31 sec · Capital Beltway
25

Take the exit

0.3 mi · 31 sec
Exit 54B-A Toward SR 620: Braddock Road Use the slight right lane.
26

Keep slight right at fork

0.3 mi · 33 sec
Exit 54B Toward SR 620 East: Braddock Road Use the slight right lane.
27

Turn straight onto SR 620

0.2 mi · 26 sec · Braddock Road
28

Turn left onto SR 649

1.2 mi · 2 min · Ravensworth Road
Use the left lane.
29

Enter roundabout onto SR 649

76 ft · 4 sec · Ravensworth Road
30

Continue on SR 649

0.3 mi · 47 sec · Ravensworth Road
31

Turn right onto VA 236

136 ft · 3 sec · Little River Turnpike
32

Arrive at destination

VA 236

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 95.1 miles from Suffolk, VA, or about 1h 58m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 82.3 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 42 miles or 55m in

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

Halfway reset

Around 95.1 miles or 1h 58m in

This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.

Final approach

Final hour starts around 3h 5m

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

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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 Suffolk, VA

This is one driving day of about 190.1 miles and 3h 49m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 42 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.
The longest stretch is on I 95 for about 82.3 miles.

Where to Stop

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

independent city in Virginia, United States

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Colonial Heights, VA

95 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

Williamsburg, VA

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 42 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Colonial Heights, VA

Meal break

The midpoint is around 95.1 miles from Suffolk, VA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.

Nearby Places

Restaurants, cafes, gas stations and more along your route.

Top Restaurant

Brickmakers Cafe

4.3 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Lorton, Virginia

Near the end, right off the route

0.9 mi from route ~2 min detour $10 to $20 mile 176.6

Hours: 11 am–8 pm

+17036469486

Visit website

The Caboose Market & Cafe

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Ashland, Virginia

2 mi

Angela's Italian Restaurant

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Spotsylvania Courthouse, Virginia

2.2 mi

Brickmakers Cafe

4.3 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, right off the route

0.9 mi from route ~2 min detour $10 to $20 mile 176.6

Lorton, Virginia

Hours: 11 am–8 pm

+17036469486

Visit website

The Caboose Market & Cafe

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

2 mi from route ~5 min detour $10 to $20 mile 108.7

Ashland, Virginia

Hours: 11 am–9 pm

+18047982933

Visit website

Angela's Italian Restaurant

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Later in the drive, short detour

2.2 mi from route ~6 min detour $10 to $20 mile 135.8

Spotsylvania Courthouse, Virginia

Hours: 10 am–10 pm

+15405825250

Visit website

Jake's Place Restaurant & Market

4.3 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Around the midpoint, short detour

2.2 mi from route ~6 min detour $10 to $20 mile 108.7

Ashland, Virginia

Hours: 11 am–8 pm

+18047983287

Visit website

Tropical Smoothie Cafe

3.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Around the midpoint, short detour

1.7 mi from route ~4 min detour Inexpensiv mile 95.1

Mechanicsville, Virginia

Hours: 7 am–9 pm

+18045699707

Visit website

Mason-Dixon Cafe

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Later in the drive, short detour

2.5 mi from route ~6 min detour $10 to $20 mile 149.4

Fredericksburg, Virginia

Hours: 8 am–9 pm

+15403711950

Visit website

Cafe 54 Breakfast and Lunch

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Around the midpoint, short detour

1.9 mi from route ~5 min detour $10 to $20 mile 108.7

Ashland, Virginia

Hours: 7 am–2 pm

+18043688671

Visit website

Sugar Palm Thai Restaurant

4.2 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, short detour

2.7 mi from route ~7 min detour $20 to $30 mile 190.1

Alexandria, Virginia

Hours: 11 am–10 pm

+17033541077

Visit website

Curitiba Art Cafe

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Later in the drive, short detour

3.3 mi from route ~8 min detour $1 to $10 mile 149.4

Fredericksburg, Virginia

Hours: 10 am–7 pm

Visit website

Merge Cafe (Stafford)

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, ~10 min detour

4.2 mi from route ~10 min detour $10 to $20 mile 163

Stafford, Virginia

Hours: 10 am–9 pm

+15404264142

Visit website

Cameron Cafe

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, ~11 min detour

4.5 mi from route ~11 min detour $10 to $20 mile 190.1

Alexandria, Virginia

Hours: 7 am–8 pm

+17032128211

Visit website

Ordnance Cafe

Around the midpoint, ~12 min detour

4.7 mi from route ~12 min detour mile 67.9

Fort Gregg-Adams, Virginia

Tesla Supercharger

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, ~10 min detour

4 mi from route ~10 min detour

Suffolk, Virginia

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18777983752

Visit website

InCharge Energy Charging Station

Around the midpoint, ~9 min detour

3.7 mi from route ~9 min detour mile 67.9

Hopewell, Virginia

+18333994638

Visit website

Virginia Welcome Center at Fredericksburg

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Later in the drive, short detour

2.5 mi from route ~6 min detour mile 149.4

Fredericksburg, VA

Hours: 8:30 am–5 pm

+15407868344

Visit website

2 stars hotel

1.0 ★ ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆

Around the midpoint, short detour

2.6 mi from route ~6 min detour mile 122.2

Ruther Glen, Virginia

Hidden Oaks Nature Center

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

1 mi from route ~3 min detour mile 190.1

Annandale, Virginia

Hours: 9 am–5 pm

+17039411065

Visit website

Lake Meade Park

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

1.5 mi from route ~4 min detour

Suffolk, Virginia

Hours: 6 am–8 pm

+17575147250

Visit website

River Mill Park

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

1.5 mi from route ~4 min detour mile 176.6

Occoquan Historic District, Virginia

Hours: 7 am–9 pm

+17034901918

Visit website

Occoquan Regional Park

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

1.6 mi from route ~4 min detour mile 176.6

Lorton, Virginia

Hours: 6:30 am–7 pm

+17036902121

Visit website

Gari Melchers Home and Studio

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Later in the drive, short detour

1.6 mi from route ~4 min detour mile 149.4

Falmouth, Virginia

Hours: 10 am–5 pm

+15406541015

Visit website

National Museum of the Marine Corps

4.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

2.3 mi from route ~6 min detour Moderately mile 163

Triangle, Virginia

Hours: 9 am–5 pm

Visit website

Green Spring Gardens

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

2.2 mi from route ~5 min detour mile 190.1

Alexandria, Virginia

Hours: 9 am–4:30 pm

+17036425173

Visit website

Occoquan Bay National Wildlife Refuge

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

2.1 mi from route ~5 min detour mile 176.6

Woodbridge, Virginia

Hours: 7 am–5 pm

+17034904979

Visit website

Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.

Heads-up: tricky spots

5 of 21

5 decision points cluster between mile 98.7 and 188.2 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.

7
98.7 mi into trip | ~2h 2m 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
9
184.4 mi into trip | ~3h 39m in | I 395 / Henry G. Shirley Memorial Highway

Keep slight right at fork onto I 395 / Henry G. Shirley Memorial Highway toward I 395 North, I 495 North: Washington, Tysons Corner

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Use the straight / slight left lanes. Exit 170A; 170B Toward I 395 North, I 495 North: Washington, Ty...
7
185 mi into trip | ~3h 40m in

Take the exit toward I 495 North: Tysons Corner

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

Use the slight right lane. Exit 170B Toward I 495 North: Tysons Corner
7
187.9 mi into trip | ~3h 44m in

Take the exit toward SR 620: Braddock Road

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

Use the slight right lane. Exit 54B-A Toward SR 620: Braddock Road
9
188.2 mi into trip | ~3h 44m in

Keep slight right at fork toward SR 620 East: Braddock Road

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here

Use the slight right lane. Exit 54B Toward SR 620 East: Braddock Road

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$29.73 one way

$59.45 round trip

$3.97/gal 25.4 MPG avg 67 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.34 $32.50 $65.01
premium $4.70 $35.18 $70.37
diesel $5.61 $41.97 $83.94

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$30

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$55–$80

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

Estimated CO2 emission: 66.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

EV Charging Along Route

2 DC fast chargers · Coverage: fair

Tesla Supercharger

Suffolk, Virginia

Tesla

1 DCFC

InCharge Energy Charging Station

Hopewell, Virginia

InCharge

1 DCFC

Tesla: 1 InCharge: 1

Station data from NREL Alternative Fuel Stations database.

Driving Electric?

About $20 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 57 0 $19.96 $9.12
Efficient EV 47.5 0 $16.63 $7.60
EV Truck/SUV 76 0 $26.61 $12.17

Gas CO2

67 kg

EV CO2

22 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 as of Apr 18, 2026

Origin

Suffolk, VA

Afternoon in Suffolk on Saturday

Local time

3:19 PM

EDT

Current temp

86°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Annandale, VA

Afternoon in Annandale on Saturday

Local time

3:19 PM

EDT

Current temp

83°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

86°F

Colonial Heights, VA

95 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

3 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

3h 49m 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.

National Parks Near This Route

Worth a detour if your schedule allows.

Colonial National Historical Park

Colonial National Historical Park

National Historical Park

On May 13, 1607, Jamestown was established as the first permanent English settlement in North America. Three cultures came together – European, Virginia Indian and African–to create a new society that...

12 mi from route ~29 min detour $15 near mile 32.8
Park Closure: Rehabilitation of Colonial Parkway Continues
View on nps.gov
Petersburg National Battlefield

Petersburg National Battlefield

National Battlefield

Two hundred ninety-two days, eight offensives, over 70,000 casualties, U. S. Colored Troops, and the decline of Gen. Lee's Army of Northern Virginia all describe the Siege of Petersburg. U.S. forces c...

13 mi from route ~33 min detour Free near mile 72.1
View on nps.gov
Fort Monroe National Monument

Fort Monroe National Monument

National Monument

Fort Monroe's story spans from prehistory to the 2000s. Kecoughtan Indians occupied Old Point Comfort before the arrival of English colonists. The first enslaved Africans arrived in 1619. Those escapi...

17 mi from route ~43 min detour Free near mile 13.1
View on nps.gov
Potomac Heritage National Scenic Trail

Potomac Heritage National Scenic Trail

National Scenic Trail

The Potomac River corridor is rich in both history and recreation, offering a chance to both explore your heritage and choose your adventure along the way. Start your journey here!

28 mi from route ~71 min detour Free near mile 190.1
View on nps.gov

Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.

What kind of drive is this?

The drive from Suffolk, VA to Annandale, VA covers 190.1 miles and takes about 3h 49m, using a mix of highways and local roads.

Expect a mix of faster highway mileage and slower local approaches near the beginning or end.
There are about 32 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 82.3 miles.

How Hard Is This Drive?

10/10

This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 98.7 miles in.

Driving Effort 10/10

High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day

Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.

This is a demanding drive. With 21 significant decision points across 190.1 miles, you will need to stay alert - especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.

Where does it get tricky?

The main spots that need attention: at 98.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 184.4 miles (I 395 / Henry G. Shirley Memorial Highway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 185 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.

Who Is This Route For?

Weekend Trip

Doable as a same-day drive at 3h 49m. Total distance: 190.1 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

3h 49m drive, comfortable solo distance.

Scenic Drive

Mixed drive route profile with national parks nearby.

Frequently Asked Questions

The drive from Suffolk, VA to Annandale, VA covers 190.1 miles and takes about 3h 49m 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 95.1 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 $29.73 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.

This is a demanding drive. With 21 significant decision points across 190.1 miles, you will need to stay alert - especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.

The main spots that need attention: at 98.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 184.4 miles (I 395 / Henry G. Shirley Memorial Highway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 185 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.

The route from Suffolk, VA to Annandale, 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, EIA for fuel prices, NREL for EV charging, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.

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