How far is South Suffolk, VA from Chesapeake, VA?
The driving distance from South Suffolk, VA to Chesapeake, VA is about 22.6 miles (36.4 km), with a travel time of about 00h 30m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 18.8 miles (30.3 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 01m 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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Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
A census-designated place in Newport News, Virginia.
Route Weather Snapshot
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Mostly Cloudy then Slight Chance Rain Showers
Mostly Cloudy then Chance Rain Showers
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between South Suffolk and Chesapeake.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between South Suffolk and Chesapeake.
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Start on Carolina Road
1.4 km · 2 min · Carolina Road
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Turn right onto East Washington Street
1076 ft · 29 sec · East Washington Street
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Turn left onto West Pinner Street
1.1 mi · 2 min · West Pinner Street
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Turn right onto East Constance Road
1114 ft · 27 sec · East Constance Road
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Continue on Portsmouth Boulevard
2.7 mi · 4 min · Portsmouth Boulevard
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Merge slight left
5 mi · 6 min
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Take the exit slight right toward I 264 East, I 64, US 13 North: Portsmouth, Norfolk, Va Beach
1.2 km · 2 min
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Keep slight left to continue on I 264 East, I 64, US 13 North: Portsmouth, Norfolk, Va Beach
2322 ft · 57 sec
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Merge slight left onto Hampton Roads Beltway
3026 ft · 43 sec · Hampton Roads Beltway
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Take the exit slight left toward I 264 East: Portsmouth, Norfolk
1.2 km · 1 min
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Continue straight
3.7 mi · 5 min
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Take the exit slight right toward VA 164 West, US 17: Martin Luther King Jr Expressway, Norfolk, Frederick Boulevard
920 ft · 23 sec
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Keep slight right to continue on US 17: Frederick Boulevard
1070 ft · 28 sec
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Turn right onto Frederick Boulevard
1.2 mi · 2 min · Frederick Boulevard
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At the end of the road, turn left onto George Washington Highway
1964 ft · 50 sec · George Washington Highway
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Turn right onto Elm Avenue
1.3 km · 1 min · Elm Avenue
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Continue on South Norfolk Jordan Bridge
1.1 mi · 2 min · South Norfolk Jordan Bridge
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Turn straight onto Poindexter Street
1.1 km · 1 min · Poindexter Street
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Turn left onto D Street
126 m · 18 sec · D Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · D Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between South Suffolk and Chesapeake.
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.
Portsmouth Boulevard
Merge slight left
5.05 mi · 00h 06m
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.
Mostly Cloudy then Slight Chance Rain Showers leaving South Suffolk and Mostly Cloudy then Chance Rain Showers near Chesapeake.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from South Suffolk to Chesapeake?
The road trip is about 22.6 miles (36.4 km) and usually takes 00h 30m 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?
Portsmouth Heights is a useful midpoint, sitting about 10.5 miles from South Suffolk and 12.1 miles from Chesapeake.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 18.8 miles (30.3 km), while the road route adds roughly 3.8 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 7:28 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $3.17 one way or $6.34 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 7.1 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Cloudy then Slight Chance Rain Showers around South Suffolk and Mostly Cloudy then Chance Rain Showers near Chesapeake.
Stop Ideas Near Portsmouth Heights
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Chartreuse Bistro
City Hall Parking
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A Goodwin for Portsmouth Mayor
Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Portsmouth Heights.
Norfolk
Newport News station
Virginia Beach, Virginia
Williamsburg Transportation Center
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between South Suffolk and Chesapeake. Straight-line distance: 18.82 mi (30.29 km).
#1 South Suffolk
A census-designated place in Suffolk County, Virginia.
| Population | 80,690 |
| Coordinates | 36.7170900, -76.5902300 |
| Altitude | 16 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Chesapeake
The second most populous city in Virginia.
| Population | 247,011 |
| Coordinates | 36.8190400, -76.2749400 |
| Altitude | 3 |
| Country | United States |
End: D Street (-76.275044, 36.81897)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 36 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 00h 45m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 33m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 27m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 22m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 19m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 16m |
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 | $3.96 | $3.17 | $6.34 |
| Mid-grade | $4.43 | $3.54 | $7.09 |
| Premium | $4.78 | $3.82 | $7.64 |
| Diesel | $5.62 | $4.50 | $9.00 |
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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