The drive from Suffolk, VA to Highland Springs, VA covers 91.1 miles and takes about 1h 56m behind the wheel.
This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on Benns Church Boulevard, Korean War Veterans Memorial Highway, James River Drive for much of the mileage,
and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive.
The longest uninterrupted segment is about 16.3 miles on Benns Church Boulevard.
At current regular gas prices, budget about $14.25 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
45.5 miles from Suffolk, VA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 59m into the drive
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Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 56m. Total distance: 91.1 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Turn-heavy local drive route profile with national parks nearby.
Drive Character
Expect a 1h 56m drive with frequent turns across 91.1 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 20 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Benns Church Boulevard is the longest continuous segment at about 16.3 miles.
Elevation Profile
Mostly flat terrain
170 ft26 ft
Total Climb
310 ft
Total Descent
190 ft
Highest Point
170 ft
~91.1 mi in
Elevation Range
144 ft
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. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near VA 337 / West Washington Street.
Driving Effort3/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 1h 56m drive. You will face about 10 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (VA 337 / West Washington Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.1 miles (US 13 BUS; VA 10; VA 32 / North Main Street): Navigation decision point; at 2.4 miles (Godwin Boulevard): Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 10 key points
These 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 right onto VA 337 / West Washington Street
Navigation decision point
4
0.1 mi into trip|~0m in|US 13 BUS; VA 10; VA 32 / North Main Street
Turn left onto US 13 BUS; VA 10; VA 32 / North Main Street
Navigation decision point
5
2.4 mi into trip|~5m in|Godwin Boulevard
Turn right onto Godwin Boulevard
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
4
37.4 mi into trip|~49m in|VA 10; VA 31 / Rolfe Highway
Turn left onto VA 10; VA 31 / Rolfe Highway
Navigation decision point
7
87.9 mi into trip|~1h 50m in
Take the exit toward VA 156 South: Highland Springs
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
Exit 31B
Toward VA 156 South: Highland Springs
Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
Benns Church Boulevard
16.3 mi
21m
Korean War Veterans Memorial Highway
15.4 mi
16m
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
East Hundred Road
2.5 mi
3m
Longest stretch:
Benns Church Boulevard
— 16.3 mi, about 21m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Suffolk, VA and Highland Springs, 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
15 mi·16 min·Korean War Veterans Memorial Highway
16
Take the exit
0.3 mi·1 min
Exit 31BToward VA 156 South: Highland SpringsUse the right lane.
17
Continue on VA 156
2.1 mi·3 min·North Airport Drive
18
Turn right onto VA 33
0.7 mi·1 min·East Nine Mile Road
19
Turn left onto South Holly Avenue
30 ft·0 sec·South Holly Avenue
20
Arrive at destination
South Holly Avenue
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 45.5 miles from Suffolk, VA, or about 59m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 16.3 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 20 miles or 27m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 45.5 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
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Open the route before leaving Suffolk, VA so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Suffolk, VA
This is one driving day of about 91.1 miles and 1h 56m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 20 miles from Suffolk, VA.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on Benns Church Boulevard for about 16.3 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 45.5 mi from Suffolk, VA
· 59m into the drive
The midpoint is around 45.5 miles from 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.
National Parks Near This Route
Worth a detour if your schedule allows.
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...
10 mi from route
~26 min detour
$15
near mile 31.4
Park Closure: Rehabilitation of Colonial Parkway Continues
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
~32 min detour
Free
near mile 69.1
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
~42 min detour
Free
near mile 15.7
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$14.25 one way
$28.49 round trip
$3.97/gal25.4 MPG avg32 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.34
$15.58
$31.15
premium
$4.70
$16.86
$33.72
diesel
$5.61
$20.11
$40.23
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: 31.9 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
27.3
0
$9.57
$4.37
Efficient EV
22.8
0
$7.97
$3.64
EV Truck/SUV
36.4
0
$12.75
$5.83
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.
Forecast as of Apr 17, 2026
Origin
Suffolk, VA
Late night
in Suffolk on Saturday
Local time
4:21 AM
EDT
Current temp
87°F
Chance Rain Showers then Partly Sunny
NW 8 mph26% chanceLive forecast
Destination
Highland Springs, VA
Late night
in Highland Springs on Saturday
Local time
4:21 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
15 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
1h 56m on the road
The weather snapshot is not static. If you are leaving later, give both cities one more quick forecast check before departure.
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 Highland Springs, VA covers 91.1 miles and takes about 1h 56m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Benns Church Boulevard, Korean War Veterans Memorial Highway, James River Drive. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 45.5 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 $14.25 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 is a straightforward 1h 56m drive. You will face about 10 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (VA 337 / West Washington Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.1 miles (US 13 BUS; VA 10; VA 32 / North Main Street): Navigation decision point; at 2.4 miles (Godwin Boulevard): Lane positioning matters here.
The route from Suffolk, VA to Highland Springs, VA does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
Mostly flat terrain. The route ranges from 26 ft to 170 ft elevation with about 310 ft of total climbing.
Yes. Nearby national parks include Colonial National Historical Park, Petersburg National Battlefield and Fort Monroe National Monument.
