How far is Poquoson, VA from Suffolk, VA?

The driving distance from Poquoson, VA to Suffolk, VA is about 39.6 miles (63.7 km), with a travel time of about 00h 49m by car.

  • The straight-line flight distance is about 30.3 miles (48.7 km).
  • For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 38m 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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Reverse Route
Quick Snapshot
Road
39.59 mi
00h 49m
Flight
30.26 mi
48.7 km direct

This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.

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Flight Distance

Direct air line
30.26 mi
Kilometers
48.7 km
Flight Time
00h 03m

Driving Distance

Road route
39.59 mi
Kilometers
63.72 km
Drive Time
00h 49m

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Leave and Arrive Planner

Pick a departure time to see your estimated arrival and same-day return window.

Drive time stays fixed at 00h 49m.

Arrival Snapshot
Arrive in Suffolk
Sat, Apr 25, 3:19 PM EDT
Return by in Poquoson
Sat, Apr 25, 4:08 PM EDT
Useful when you're deciding between a quick errand, a day trip, or a longer stop.
Leave Poquoson
2026-04-25T14:30
Arrive Suffolk
Sat, Apr 25, 3:19 PM EDT
Route Timing
00h 49m
One way by road
Best Departure Window
8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EDT
Aim for a morning departure
Arrive between
8:49 AM to 10:49 AM EDT

A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.

Leave by
4:52 PM EDT
Keeps a same-day return open with about 03h 00m at the destination.
Back in Poquoson
9:30 PM EDT
Morning start is best

You are leaving earlier than the recommended window, which gives you extra margin for breaks and traffic.

Halfway Point

A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.

Mid-route stop
Portsmouth Heights
VA

A census-designated place in Newport News, Virginia.

From Poquoson
19.7 mi
00h 24m
To Suffolk
19.9 mi
00h 24m

Route Weather Snapshot

Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.

Origin
75°F
Saturday

Partly Sunny then Chance Rain Showers

Starts
Sat, Apr 25 6:00 AM EDT
Wind
7 to 12 mph E
Destination
86°F
Saturday

Mostly Sunny

Starts
Sat, Apr 25 6:00 AM EDT
Wind
2 to 9 mph S

Driving Route Map

The map below follows the saved road route between Poquoson and Suffolk.

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Poquoson and Suffolk.

  1. 1

    Start on Poquoson Avenue

    1.6 mi · 3 min · Poquoson Avenue

  2. 2

    Continue on Little Florida Road

    1.4 mi · 3 min · Little Florida Road

  3. 3

    Turn left onto Wythe Creek Road

    2.1 mi · 4 min · Wythe Creek Road

  4. 4

    Turn right onto Commander Shepard Boulevard

    914 ft · 24 sec · Commander Shepard Boulevard

  5. 5

    Turn left onto Neil Armstrong Parkway

    4.9 mi · 7 min · Neil Armstrong Parkway

  6. 6

    Take the exit slight right toward I 664 South: Downtown Newport News, Suffolk, Chesapeake

    2600 ft · 37 sec

  7. 7

    Merge slight left onto Hampton Roads Beltway

    18.2 mi · 23 min · Hampton Roads Beltway

  8. 8

    Take the exit slight right toward US 13 South, US 58 West, US 460 West: Suffolk

    1.2 km · 2 min

  9. 9

    Merge slight left onto West Military Highway

    2 mi · 3 min · West Military Highway

  10. 10

    Continue on Portsmouth Boulevard

    3.1 mi · 4 min · Portsmouth Boulevard

  11. 11

    Take the exit slight right toward US 13 Business South, US 58 Business West, US 460 Business West: Downtown, Suffolk

    1.1 km · 2 min

  12. 12

    Turn straight onto Portsmouth Boulevard

    2.2 mi · 4 min · Portsmouth Boulevard

  13. 13

    Continue on East Constance Road

    1057 ft · 31 sec · East Constance Road

  14. 14

    Turn left onto East Pinner Street

    1.2 mi · 2 min · East Pinner Street

  15. 15

    Turn right onto East Washington Street

    1531 ft · 43 sec · East Washington Street

  16. 16

    Turn left onto South Saratoga Street

    50 m · 4 sec · South Saratoga Street

  17. 17

    Arrive at your destination

    0 m · 1 sec · South Saratoga Street

Car Route Details

A richer read on the saved driving route between Poquoson and Suffolk.

OSRM road route
Drive Character

Turn-heavy local drive

The route has frequent decision points for its length, so lane choice and turn timing will matter more than cruising speed.

Directions
17 steps
7 turns on the saved route
Ramps & Exits
5
2 merges, 3 ramps or exits
Navigation Density
42.9 / 100 mi
Decision points by distance
Main Roads
Hampton Roads Beltway
18.2 mi · 46%
Portsmouth Boulevard
5.3 mi · 13%
Neil Armstrong Parkway
4.9 mi · 12%
Wythe Creek Road
2.1 mi · 5%
West Military Highway
2.04 mi · 5%
Poquoson Avenue
1.61 mi · 4%
Longest Stretch

Hampton Roads Beltway

Merge slight left onto Hampton Roads Beltway

18.2 mi · 00h 23m

Route Summary

A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.

Trip Read

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.

Drive Time
00h 49m
Day trip friendly
Same-Day Return
01h 38m
Round-trip wheel time
Road vs Air
+9.3 mi
30.3 mi direct line
Halfway Stop
Portsmouth Heights
00h 24m from Poquoson
Leave By
4:52 PM EDT
Morning start is best
Weather Watch

Partly Sunny then Chance Rain Showers leaving Poquoson and Mostly Sunny near Suffolk.

Trip Questions

Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.

How long does it take to drive from Poquoson to Suffolk?

The road trip is about 39.6 miles (63.7 km) and usually takes 00h 49m 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?

Portsmouth Heights is a useful midpoint, sitting about 19.7 miles from Poquoson and 19.9 miles from Suffolk.

How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?

The direct path is about 30.3 miles (48.7 km), while the road route adds roughly 9.3 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 4:52 PM EDT.

How much will gas cost for this route?

Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $5.55 one way or $11.09 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 12.4 kg one way.

What should you check before leaving?

Before you leave, expect Partly Sunny then Chance Rain Showers around Poquoson and Mostly Sunny near Suffolk.

Stop Ideas Near Portsmouth Heights

Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.

Mid-route Guidance
These suggestions come from reviewed places and nearby services around Portsmouth Heights and the surrounding midpoint area.
Chartreuse Bistro
Food stop 8.4 mi away

Chartreuse Bistro

Norfolk , VA
205 E City Hall Ave, Norfolk, VA 23510
Rating 4.7/5 140 reviews Bistro,Bar,Bar & grill,Restaurant
Stop photo coming soon
Scenic stop 3.9 mi away

City Hall Parking

Newport News , VA
101-199 24th St, Newport News, VA 23607
Rating 5.0/5 4 reviews Parking lot
Smooth: A Skin & Waxing Boutique
Practical stop 8.4 mi away

Smooth: A Skin & Waxing Boutique

Norfolk , VA
215 E City Hall Ave, Norfolk, VA 23510
Rating 4.8/5 235 reviews Waxing hair removal service,Beauty salon,Facial spa,Skin care clinic
A Goodwin for Portsmouth Mayor
Meeting point 8.3 mi away

A Goodwin for Portsmouth Mayor

Portsmouth , VA
900 High St, Portsmouth, VA 23704
Rating 5.0/5 15 reviews City government office,City administration,Local government office,City Hall,Political party office

Transit and Meeting Points

Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Portsmouth Heights.

BUS

Norfolk

8 mi away
215 W York Street
RAIL

Newport News station

23 mi away
9304 Warwick Boulevard
BUS

Virginia Beach, Virginia

35 mi away
19th St. and Pacific Ave.
RAIL

Williamsburg Transportation Center

59 mi away
468 North Boundary Street

Flight Path Map

This map shows the direct air route between Poquoson and Suffolk. Straight-line distance: 30.26 mi (48.7 km).

Poquoson

#1 Poquoson

Independent city in Virginia, United States

Population12,257
Coordinates37.1223700, -76.3457800
Altitude1
CountryUnited States
Suffolk

#2 Suffolk

The most populous city in Suffolk County, Virginia.

Population93,913
Coordinates36.7283600, -76.5849600
Altitude15
CountryUnited States
Start: Poquoson Avenue (-76.346015, 37.122346)
End: South Saratoga Street (-76.584824, 36.728307)

Estimated Travel Time

Distance: 64 km by road

SpeedTime
30 mph (48.3 km/h)01h 19m
40 mph (64.37 km/h)00h 59m
50 mph (80.47 km/h)00h 47m
60 mph (96.56 km/h)00h 39m
70 mph (112.65 km/h)00h 33m
80 mph (129 km/h)00h 29m

Fuel, Round Trip and CO2

Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.

One-way fuel
1.4 gal
5.29 L · about $5.55
Round trip
$11.09
2.8 gal · 10.58 L
Estimated CO2
12.4 kg one way
Round trip: 24.9 kg / 55 lb CO2, using regular gasoline.
Fuel$/galOne wayRound trip
Regular gas $3.96 $5.55 $11.09
Mid-grade $4.43 $6.20 $12.40
Premium $4.78 $6.69 $13.38
Diesel $5.62 $7.87 $15.75

Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.

Prices in Virginia · Apr 25, 2026

There is no time difference between Poquoson and Suffolk. The current time is 14:30:34.

Distance to Other Cities

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How did we calculate? Place names are translated into coordinates. The Haversine formula calculates straight-line distance; driving distance uses road network data.