Origin
Suffolk, VA
Morning in Suffolk on Friday
Local time
7:43 AM
EDT
Current temp
80°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Suffolk, VA to Franklin, VA
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 17, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
34m
Distance
21.9 mi
35 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$3
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 32m
★
6 AM
0h 35m
8 AM
0h 41m
10 AM
0h 37m
12 PM
0h 36m
3 PM
0h 37m
5 PM
0h 41m
8 PM
0h 33m
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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Franklin, VA
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Trip Overview
This straightforward 21.9-mile drive from Suffolk to Franklin, Virginia, is easily manageable within a single day, taking approximately 34 minutes to complete. The route primarily utilizes Holland Road, US 258, and West Washington Street, offering a local feel with minimal highway time, as only about 11% of the journey is on faster roads. With a modest estimated fuel cost of $3, this trip is budget-friendly for a quick excursion. Since there are no designated stops recommended, you have the flexibility to depart at your convenience, perhaps in the morning to make the most of your day in the Southeast region.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 34m. Total distance: 21.9 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
34m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (11%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Scenic Drive
Turn-heavy local drive route profile with national parks nearby.
Drive Character
Expect a turn-heavy local drive for the majority of this 21.9-mile trip. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 16.3 miles along Holland Road, offering a consistent segment before transitioning. With only an 11% highway share, the character is predominantly that of local roads, meaning you'll likely experience more traffic signals and varied speed limits compared to an interstate journey. This route is designed for a more grounded, in-the-moment driving experience rather than long, sweeping vistas.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 13 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Holland Road is the longest continuous segment at about 16.3 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. You will hit about 7 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near VA 337 / West Washington Street.
Driving Effort
5/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 21.9 miles you will encounter 7 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: near the start (VA 337 / West Washington Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 17.4 miles (VA 189): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 17.7 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 7 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
0 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
VA 337 / West Washington Street
Turn left onto VA 337 / West Washington Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / left lanes.
7
17.4 mi into trip
|
~26m in
|
VA 189
Take the exit onto VA 189 toward VA 189 South, US 258 North: Windsor, Smithfield
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Toward VA 189 South, US 258 North: Windsor, Smi...
8
17.7 mi into trip
|
~26m in
Keep slight right at fork toward US 258 North
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Toward US 258 North
4
20.6 mi into trip
|
~31m in
|
SR 691 / Jamestown Lane
Turn right onto SR 691 / Jamestown Lane
Navigation decision point
5
21.9 mi into trip
|
~34m in
|
North Main Street
Turn left onto North Main Street
Navigation decision point
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
On the drive from Suffolk, VA to Franklin, VA, road signs begin pointing toward Smithfield along the way.
Smithfield
17.4 mi in
|
~26m
|
via VA 189
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Holland Road | 16.3 mi | 23m |
| US 258 | 2.2 mi | 3m |
| West Washington Street | 1 mi | 2m |
| Union Camp Drive | 0.6 mi | 1m |
| Jamestown Lane | 0.6 mi | 1m |
| Carrsville Highway | 0.4 mi | <1m |
| East 2nd Avenue | 0.3 mi | 1m |
| VA 189 | 0.3 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Holland Road
— 16.3 mi, about 23m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Suffolk, VA and Franklin, VA.
1
Start on South Saratoga Street
165 ft
·
9 sec
·
South Saratoga Street
2
Turn left onto VA 337
1.0 mi
·
2 min
·
West Washington Street
Use the straight / left lanes.
3
Continue on US 58 Business
1.6 mi
·
2 min
·
Holland Road
4
At end of road, turn left onto US 58
15 mi
·
20 min
·
Holland Road
5
Take the exit onto VA 189
0.3 mi
·
33 sec
·
VA 189
Toward VA 189 South, US 258 North: Windsor, Smithfield
Use the slight right lane.
6
Keep slight right at fork
0.1 mi
·
14 sec
Toward US 258 North
Use the slight right lane.
7
Turn straight onto US 258
2.2 mi
·
3 min
·
US 258
8
Turn left onto Union Camp Drive
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Union Camp Drive
9
Turn right onto SR 691
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Jamestown Lane
10
Turn slight left onto US 58 BUS; US 258 BUS
0.4 mi
·
51 sec
·
Carrsville Highway
11
Continue on US 58 BUS; US 258 BUS
0.3 mi
·
1 min
·
East 2nd Avenue
12
Turn left onto North Main Street
88 ft
·
3 sec
·
North Main Street
13
Arrive at destination
North Main Street
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$3.42 one way
$6.85 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
8 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.34 | $3.74 | $7.49 |
| premium | $4.70 | $4.05 | $8.11 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $4.84 | $9.67 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$3
Estimated CO2 emission: 7.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $2 in charging · 0 stops · 63% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 6.6 | 0 | $2.30 | $1.05 |
| Efficient EV | 5.5 | 0 | $1.92 | $0.88 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 8.8 | 0 | $3.07 | $1.40 |
Gas CO2
8 kg
EV CO2
3 kg (63% 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
Franklin, VA
Morning in Franklin on Friday
Local time
7:43 AM
EDT
Current temp
50°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
30 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
34m 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 Suffolk, VA to Franklin, VA covers 21.9 miles and takes about 34m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Holland Road, US 258, West Washington Street. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 10.9 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 $3.42 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.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 21.9 miles you will encounter 7 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (VA 337 / West Washington Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 17.4 miles (VA 189): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 17.7 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
On the drive from Suffolk, VA to Franklin, VA, road signs begin pointing toward Smithfield along the way.
Yes. Nearby national parks include Fort Monroe National Monument.
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. National park proximity is from the NPS API. 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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