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Trip from Suffolk, VA to North Shore, VA

Data updated 4 hours ago

Drive Time

4h 58m

Distance

221.4 mi

356 km

Drive Score

9/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$35

one way

EV Charging

Excellent

18 DC fast

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 41 min
4 AM
4h 45m ★
6 AM
4h 59m
8 AM
5h 26m
10 AM
5h 8m
12 PM
5h 5m
3 PM
5h 9m
5 PM
5h 24m
8 PM
4h 50m

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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Downtown North Shore, VA, VA

North Shore, VA

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Trip Overview

The drive from Suffolk, VA to North Shore, VA covers 221.4 miles and takes about 4h 58m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.

The route leans on Richmond Highway, US 460, New Cox Road for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 31.1 miles on Richmond Highway. At current regular gas prices, budget about $34.62 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

110.7 miles from Suffolk, VA

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 34m into the drive .

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Drive Character

Expect a 4h 58m drive with frequent turns across 221.4 miles of local and secondary roads.

This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 40 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Richmond Highway is the longest continuous segment at about 31.1 miles.

How Hard Is This Drive?

Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near VA 337 / West Washington Street.

Route Complexity 9/10

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

This is a demanding drive. With 20 significant decision points across 221.4 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: near the start (VA 337 / West Washington Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 0.9 miles (US 58 BUS / West Constance Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 53.3 miles (SR 630 / Rives Road): Lane positioning matters here.

Critical Maneuvers

5 of 20 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 left onto VA 337 / West Washington Street

Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / left lanes.
6
0.9 mi into trip | ~1m in | US 58 BUS / West Constance Road

Turn right onto US 58 BUS / West Constance Road

Lane positioning matters here

Use the right lane.
6
53.3 mi into trip | ~1h 21m in | SR 630 / Rives Road

Turn left onto SR 630 / Rives Road

Lane positioning matters here

Use the left lane.
7
59.2 mi into trip | ~1h 30m in | US 460

Take the exit onto US 460 toward I 85 South, US 460 West: Durham, Blackstone

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Use the right lane. Toward I 85 South, US 460 West: Durham, Blackst...
8
65.8 mi into trip | ~1h 38m in | US 460

Take the exit onto US 460 toward US 460 West: Blackstone, Lynchburg

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Use the slight right lane. Exit 61 Toward US 460 West: Blackstone, Lynchburg

Towns Mentioned on Route Signs

Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.

Between Suffolk, VA and North Shore, VA, road signs point toward Blackstone and Lynchburg.

Blackstone

59.2 mi in | ~1h 30m | via US 460

Lynchburg

65.8 mi in | ~1h 38m | via US 460

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
Richmond Highway 31.1 mi 38m
US 460 30 mi 36m
New Cox Road 23 mi 26m
Moneta Road 15.9 mi 23m
General Mahone Highway 14.3 mi 19m
East Lynchburg Salem Turnpike 13.9 mi 18m
West Colonial Trail Highway 13.1 mi 16m
Windsor Boulevard 9.9 mi 15m
Longest stretch: Richmond Highway — 31.1 mi, about 38m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

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

1

Start on South Saratoga Street

165 ft · 9 sec · South Saratoga Street
2

Turn left onto VA 337

0.8 mi · 1 min · West Washington Street
Use the straight / left lanes.
3

Turn right onto US 58 BUS

0.3 mi · 46 sec · West Constance Road
Use the right lane.
4

Turn left onto SR 604

3.9 mi · 6 min · Pitchkettle Road
5

At end of road, turn right onto SR 634

0.1 mi · 15 sec · Kings Fork Road
6

Turn left onto Providence Road

0.5 mi · 1 min · Providence Road
7

Turn left onto US 460

3.1 mi · 5 min · Pruden Boulevard
8

Continue on US 460

9.9 mi · 15 min · Windsor Boulevard
9

Continue on US 460

8.4 mi · 11 min · General Mahone Boulevard
10

Continue on US 460

0.1 mi · 9 sec · Mahone Highway
11

Continue on US 460

2.0 mi · 2 min · General Mahone Highway
12

Continue on US 460

1.1 mi · 2 min · South County Drive
13

Continue on US 460

6.2 mi · 8 min · General Mahone Highway
14

Continue on US 460

1.4 mi · 2 min · South County Drive
15

Continue on US 460

6.1 mi · 8 min · General Mahone Highway
16

Continue on US 460

9.5 mi · 14 min · County Drive
Use the left lane.
17

Turn left onto SR 630

1.9 mi · 3 min · Rives Road
Use the left lane.
18

Take the ramp

0.2 mi · 28 sec
Toward I 95 North
19

Merge onto I 95

3.7 mi · 4 min · I 95
20

Take the exit onto US 460

0.6 mi · 1 min · US 460
Toward I 85 South, US 460 West: Durham, Blackstone Use the right lane.
21

Merge onto I 85; US 460

6.0 mi · 7 min · Richmond-Petersburg Turnpike
22

Take the exit onto US 460

0.2 mi · 25 sec · US 460
Exit 61 Toward US 460 West: Blackstone, Lynchburg Use the slight right lane.
23

Continue on US 460

1.1 mi · 1 min · Airport Street
24

Continue on US 460

23 mi · 26 min · New Cox Road
25

Continue on US 460

4.3 mi · 5 min · East Colonial Trail Highway
26

Continue on US 460

6.9 mi · 7 min · East Colonial Trail Road
27

Continue on US 460

7.5 mi · 11 min · East Colonial Trail
28

Merge onto US 360; US 460

1.5 mi · 2 min · West Colonial Trail Highway
29

Keep slight right at fork onto US 460

12 mi · 14 min · West Colonial Trail Highway
30

Keep slight left at fork onto US 460

29 mi · 34 min · US 460
31

Keep slight right at fork onto US 460

31 mi · 38 min · Richmond Highway
Toward US 460 West: Lynchburg
32

Continue on US 460

14 mi · 18 min · East Lynchburg Salem Turnpike
33

Take the exit onto VA 122

0.2 mi · 31 sec · VA 122
Toward VA 122 South, VA 122 Business North
34

Turn left onto VA 122

0.7 mi · 1 min · Burks Hill Road
Use the straight / left lanes.
35

Continue on VA 122

16 mi · 23 min · Moneta Road
36

Continue on VA 122

0.2 mi · 19 sec · Halesford Bridge
37

Continue on VA 122

3.4 mi · 5 min · Booker T Washington Highway
38

Turn left onto SR 616

4.8 mi · 6 min · Scruggs Road
39

Turn left onto SR 942

0.2 mi · 54 sec · Bluewater Drive
40

Arrive at destination

SR 942

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 110.7 miles from Suffolk, VA, or about 2h 34m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 31.1 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 55m in

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

Halfway reset

Around 110.7 miles or 2h 34m 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 1m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near North Shore, 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 221.4 miles and 4h 58m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 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 Richmond Highway for about 31.1 miles.

Where to Stop

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

Halfway Point

Midpoint

About 110.7 mi from Suffolk, VA · 2h 34m into the drive

Downtown Middletown, MD, MD

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Middletown, MD

111 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 110.7 miles from Suffolk, VA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Arriving in North Shore, VA

The final approach into North Shore, 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 North Shore, VA.

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.

Appomattox Court House National Historical Park

Appomattox Court House National Historical Park

National Historical Park

On April 9, 1865, the surrender of the Army of Northern Virginia in the McLean House in the village of Appomattox Court House, Virginia signaled the effective end of the nation's largest war. Question...

2 mi from route ~4 min detour Free near mile 152.7
View on nps.gov
Booker T Washington National Monument

Booker T Washington National Monument

National Monument

Booker T. Washington was born a slave in April 1856 on the 207-acre farm of James Burroughs. After the Civil War, Washington became the first principal of Tuskegee Normal and Industrial School. Later...

3 mi from route ~8 min detour Free near mile 213.8
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...

3 mi from route ~9 min detour Free near mile 68.7
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...

25 mi from route ~63 min detour Free
View on nps.gov
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...

27 mi from route ~67 min detour $15 near mile 22.9
View on nps.gov

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

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$34.62 one way

$69.24 round trip

$3.97/gal 25.4 MPG avg 78 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.34 $37.86 $75.71
premium $4.70 $40.98 $81.95
diesel $5.61 $48.88 $97.76

Estimated Tolls: $1.39

East Lynchburg Salem Turnpike (13.9 mi) $0.97
Richmond-Petersburg Turnpike (6 mi) $0.42

Toll estimates based on average 2024-2025 rates. EZ-Pass/SunPass discounts may lower the actual cost.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$35

Tolls

$1

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$61–$86

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

Estimated CO2 emission: 77.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

EV Charging Along Route

18 DC fast chargers · Coverage: excellent

Wawa - Tesla Supercharger

Petersburg, VA

Tesla

12 DCFC

Wawa - Tesla Supercharger

Colonial Heights, VA

Tesla

12 DCFC

Royal Farms

Rustburg, VA

Tesla

12 DCFC

Royal Farms - Tesla Supercharger

Suffolk, VA

Tesla

8 DCFC

Sheetz - Tesla Supercharger

Petersburg, VA

Tesla

8 DCFC

Sheetz - Tesla Supercharger

Colonial Heights, VA

Tesla

8 DCFC

Royal Farms - Tesla Supercharger

Colonial Heights, VA

Tesla

8 DCFC

Sheetz - Tesla Supercharger

Farmville, VA

Tesla

8 DCFC

Tesla: 10 eVgo Network: 2 ABM: 2 BP_PULSE: 1 Non-Networked: 1 Blink Network: 1 IN_CHARGE: 1

Station data from NREL Alternative Fuel Stations database.

Driving Electric?

About $23 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 66.4 0 $23.25 $10.63
Efficient EV 55.4 0 $19.37 $8.86
EV Truck/SUV 88.6 1 $31.00 $14.17

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.

Forecast data refreshed 1 day ago

Origin

Suffolk, VA

Late night in Suffolk on Wednesday

Local time

12:26 AM

EDT

Current temp

85°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

North Shore, VA

Late night in North Shore on Wednesday

Local time

12:26 AM

EDT

Current temp

46°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

86°F

Middletown, MD

111 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

39 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

4h 58m 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 North Shore, VA covers 221.4 miles and takes about 4h 58m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Richmond Highway, US 460, New Cox Road. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 110.7 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 $34.62 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 demanding drive. With 20 significant decision points across 221.4 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: near the start (VA 337 / West Washington Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 0.9 miles (US 58 BUS / West Constance Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 53.3 miles (SR 630 / Rives Road): Lane positioning matters here.
Between Suffolk, VA and North Shore, VA, road signs point toward Blackstone and Lynchburg.

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