Origin
Suffolk, VA
Afternoon in Suffolk on Friday
Local time
1:59 PM
EDT
Current temp
80°F
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Live forecast
Trip from Suffolk, VA to Woodlake, VA
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 17, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
2h 8m
Distance
96.2 mi
155 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$15
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 59m
★
6 AM
2h 8m
8 AM
2h 26m
10 AM
2h 15m
12 PM
2h 13m
3 PM
2h 16m
5 PM
2h 26m
8 PM
2h 3m
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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Woodlake, VA
Daniel Żabiński
Trip Overview
This 96.2-mile drive from Suffolk to Woodlake, Virginia, is a manageable 2-hour and 8-minute journey, making it an ideal day trip. With a fuel cost estimated at $15, it's an economical option for exploring the Southeast region of Virginia. The route predominantly utilizes local roads, including Benns Church Boulevard and James River Drive, with a highway share of only 3%. Expect a turn-heavy local drive experience rather than a high-speed interstate cruise. Given its relatively short duration and the nature of the roads, this trip is best suited for a single day, allowing for flexibility and spontaneous stops along the way.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
48.1 miles from Suffolk, VA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 2m into the drive .
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 8m. Total distance: 96.2 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 8m drive, comfortable solo distance.
Scenic Drive
Turn-heavy local drive route profile.
Drive Character
Prepare for a turn-heavy local drive on this route, characterized by frequent directional changes rather than long, straight stretches. While only 3% of the journey is on highways, you'll encounter segments like the 16.3-mile stretch on Benns Church Boulevard which offers a more uninterrupted local road experience. The drive progresses through a series of local roads, suggesting a more intimate connection with the landscape and communities you pass through. This isn't a high-speed transit; rather, it's a route that encourages a slower pace and awareness of your surroundings as you navigate.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 22 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.
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.
Driving Effort
7/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 12 significant decision points across 96.2 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): Navigation decision point; at 2.4 miles (Godwin Boulevard): Lane positioning matters here; at 75.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 12 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
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VA 337 / West Washington Street
Turn right onto VA 337 / West Washington 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.
6
75.9 mi into trip
|
~1h 39m in
Take the exit toward I 95 North: Richmond
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
Toward I 95 North: Richmond
7
77.3 mi into trip
|
~1h 41m in
Take the exit toward VA 288 North: Chesterfield
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 62
Toward VA 288 North: Chesterfield
7
91 mi into trip
|
~1h 57m in
Take the exit toward US 360 West: Hull Street Road, Amelia
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the right lane.
Toward US 360 West: Hull Street Road, Amelia
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 Woodlake, VA, road signs begin pointing toward Amelia along the way.
Amelia
91 mi in
|
~1h 57m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Benns Church Boulevard | 16.3 mi | 21m |
| James River Drive | 14.6 mi | 19m |
| Colonial Trail West | 13.3 mi | 15m |
| World War II Veterans Memorial Highway | 13 mi | 14m |
| Colonial Trail East | 9.9 mi | 11m |
| Godwin Boulevard | 8.9 mi | 10m |
| East Hundred Road | 6.6 mi | 9m |
| Hull Street Road | 3.3 mi | 5m |
Longest stretch:
Benns Church Boulevard
— 16.3 mi, about 21m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Suffolk, VA and Woodlake, 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
6.6 mi
·
9 min
·
East Hundred Road
Use the left lane.
13
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
42 sec
Toward I 95 North: Richmond
Use the right lane.
14
Merge onto I 95
1.1 mi
·
1 min
·
Richmond-Petersburg Turnpike
15
Take the exit
0.7 mi
·
1 min
Exit 62
Toward VA 288 North: Chesterfield
Use the slight right lane.
16
Continue on VA 288
13 mi
·
14 min
·
World War II Veterans Memorial Highway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
17
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
43 sec
Toward US 360 West: Hull Street Road, Amelia
Use the right lane.
18
Merge onto US 360
3.3 mi
·
5 min
·
Hull Street Road
Use the straight lane.
19
Turn right onto SR 3600
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Woodlake Village Parkway
20
Turn left onto SR 3600
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
Woodlake Village Parkway
21
Turn right
344 ft
·
25 sec
22
Arrive at destination
Trip Plan
For this 96.2-mile drive, leaving in the morning will give you ample time to reach Woodlake, VA, within the estimated 2-hour and 8-minute travel time. Since there are no specific stops recommended and the fuel cost is a low $15, you have the flexibility to depart at your convenience. The 'turn-heavy local drive' profile suggests paying close attention to navigation, especially on Benns Church Boulevard, which accounts for the longest uninterrupted stretch at 16.3 miles. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, as local roads can sometimes have fewer services than major highways.
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 48.1 miles from Suffolk, VA, or about 1h 2m 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 21 miles or 29m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 48.1 miles or 1h 2m 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 43m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Woodlake, VA than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
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.
+
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 96.2 miles and 2h 8m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 21 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 48.1 mi from Suffolk, VA · 1h 2m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
48 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 21 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 48.1 miles from Suffolk, VA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Woodlake, VA
The final approach into Woodlake, 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 Woodlake, 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
$15.04 one way
$30.09 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
34 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.34 | $16.45 | $32.90 |
| premium | $4.70 | $17.80 | $35.61 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $21.24 | $42.48 |
Estimated Tolls: $0.08
Richmond-Petersburg Turnpike
(1.1 mi)
$0.08
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
$15
Tolls
$0
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$40–$65
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 33.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $10 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 28.9 | 0 | $10.10 | $4.62 |
| Efficient EV | 24.1 | 0 | $8.42 | $3.85 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 38.5 | 0 | $13.47 | $6.16 |
Gas CO2
34 kg
EV CO2
11 kg (68% 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
Woodlake, VA
Afternoon in Woodlake on Friday
Local time
1:59 PM
EDT
Current temp
55°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
52°F
Waverly, VA
48 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
25 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
2h 8m 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 Woodlake, VA covers 96.2 miles and takes about 2h 8m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Benns Church Boulevard, James River Drive, Colonial Trail West. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 48.1 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 $15.04 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 demanding drive. With 12 significant decision points across 96.2 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): Navigation decision point; at 2.4 miles (Godwin Boulevard): Lane positioning matters here; at 75.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
On the drive from Suffolk, VA to Woodlake, VA, road signs begin pointing toward Amelia along the way.
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, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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