How far is Smithfield, VA from Suffolk, VA?
The driving distance from Smithfield, VA to Suffolk, VA is about 20.3 miles (32.7 km), with a travel time of about 00h 32m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 17.7 miles (28.5 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 04m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM EDT.
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Drive time stays fixed at 00h 32m.
This is a short drive, so your comfort window is wide. Traffic and current weather matter more than the clock.
This departure sits inside the recommended comfort window for the route.
Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
A census-designated place in Suffolk County, Virginia.
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Smithfield and Suffolk.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Smithfield and Suffolk.
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Start on North Church Street
8 m · 8 sec · North Church Street
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Turn right onto Main Street
1 km · 2 min · Main Street
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Turn left
4.2 mi · 7 min
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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 Smithfield and Suffolk.
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.
Godwin Boulevard
Continue on Godwin Boulevard
8.36 mi · 00h 10m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A short regional drive
This route is short enough to handle as a quick errand, commute, or easy same-day return without much planning overhead.
Clear leaving Smithfield and Clear near Suffolk.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Smithfield to Suffolk?
The road trip is about 20.3 miles (32.7 km) and usually takes 00h 32m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route is short enough to handle as a quick errand, commute, or easy same-day return without much planning overhead.
What is the halfway point on this route?
South Suffolk is a useful midpoint, sitting about 10.1 miles from Smithfield and 10.2 miles from Suffolk.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 17.7 miles (28.5 km), while the road route adds roughly 2.6 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 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM EDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 7:26 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $2.99 one way or $5.97 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 6.4 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Clear around Smithfield and Clear near Suffolk.
Stop Ideas Near South Suffolk
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
City Hall Parking
Suffolk City Social Services
Suffolk City Hall
City Hall
Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to South Suffolk.
Norfolk
Newport News station
Virginia Beach, Virginia
Williamsburg Transportation Center
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Smithfield and Suffolk. Straight-line distance: 17.73 mi (28.54 km).
#1 Smithfield
Town in Virginia
| Population | 8,615 |
| Coordinates | 36.9823700, -76.6310700 |
| Altitude | 9 |
| 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: 33 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 00h 40m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 30m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 24m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 20m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 17m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 15m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $4.15 | $2.99 | $5.97 |
| Mid-grade | $4.63 | $3.33 | $6.67 |
| Premium | $5.01 | $3.60 | $7.21 |
| Diesel | $6.20 | $4.47 | $8.93 |
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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