How far is Franklin, VA from Suffolk, VA?
The driving distance from Franklin, VA to Suffolk, VA is about 160.5 miles (258.3 km), with a travel time of about 02h 44m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 136.5 miles (219.7 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 05h 28m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EDT.
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This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.
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Drive time stays fixed at 02h 44m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
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Halfway Point
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Chance Rain Showers
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Franklin and Suffolk.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Franklin and Suffolk.
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Start on Cason Farm Road
1198 ft · 59 sec · Cason Farm Road
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Turn left onto Stony Point Road
1.5 km · 2 min · Stony Point Road
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Turn left onto Richmond Road
1.7 mi · 4 min · Richmond Road
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Take the exit left toward I 64 East
1558 ft · 38 sec
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Merge slight left
65.5 mi · 1 hr 13 min
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Keep slight left to continue on Richmond-Petersburg Turnpike
14.6 mi · 19 min · Richmond-Petersburg Turnpike
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Take the exit slight right toward VA 10 East: Hopewell
1605 ft · 39 sec
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Continue on West Hundred Road
6.8 mi · 10 min · West Hundred Road
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Continue on West Randolph Road
2.9 mi · 4 min · West Randolph Road
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Continue on James River Drive
14.6 mi · 19 min · James River Drive
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Continue on Colonial Trail West
13.3 mi · 15 min · Colonial Trail West
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At the end of the road, turn left onto Rolfe Highway
1 mi · 2 min · Rolfe Highway
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Take the exit right
45 m · 6 sec
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Merge slight left onto Colonial Trail East
9.8 mi · 11 min · Colonial Trail East
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Continue on Old Stage Highway
12 mi · 16 min · Old Stage Highway
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Keep slight right to continue on Benns Church Boulevard
4.3 mi · 6 min · Benns Church Boulevard
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Continue on Godwin Boulevard
8.4 mi · 10 min · Godwin Boulevard
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Continue on Godwin Boulevard
2565 ft · 48 sec · Godwin Boulevard
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Turn left onto Pruden Boulevard
112 m · 6 sec · Pruden Boulevard
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Continue on North Main Street
2.2 mi · 5 min · North Main Street
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Turn right onto West Washington Street
138 m · 18 sec · West Washington Street
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Turn left onto South Saratoga Street
50 m · 4 sec · South Saratoga Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · South Saratoga Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Franklin and Suffolk.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
I 64 East
Merge slight left
65.5 mi · 01h 13m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A comfortable day-trip route
This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.
Chance Rain Showers leaving Franklin and Mostly Cloudy near Suffolk.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Franklin to Suffolk?
The road trip is about 160.5 miles (258.3 km) and usually takes 02h 44m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Bensley is a useful midpoint, sitting about 79.7 miles from Franklin and 80.8 miles from Suffolk.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 136.5 miles (219.7 km), while the road route adds roughly 24 extra miles because roads do not follow the straight air line.
When is the best time to leave for this route?
A good departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 1:02 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $23.42 one way or $46.84 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 50.3 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Chance Rain Showers around Franklin and Mostly Cloudy near Suffolk.
Stop Ideas Near Bensley
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Town Hall
Old City Hall
City of Richmond Virginia (City Hall)
City Hall
Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Bensley.
Richmond Main Street Station
Richmond Staples Mill Road station
Petersburg station
Ashland
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Franklin and Suffolk. Straight-line distance: 136.55 mi (219.75 km).
#1 Franklin
Independent city in Virginia, United States
| Population | 7,833 |
| Coordinates | 38.0431900, -78.4419500 |
| Altitude | 120 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Suffolk
The most populous city in Suffolk County, Virginia.
| Population | 93,913 |
| Coordinates | 36.7283600, -76.5849600 |
| Altitude | 15 |
| Country | United States |
End: South Saratoga Street (-76.584824, 36.728307)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 258 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 05h 20m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 04h 00m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 03h 12m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 40m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 17m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 02h 00m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
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| Regular gas | $4.14 | $23.42 | $46.84 |
| Mid-grade | $4.63 | $26.22 | $52.43 |
| Premium | $5.01 | $28.37 | $56.75 |
| Diesel | $6.21 | $35.16 | $70.32 |
Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.
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