How far is South Suffolk, VA from East Hampton, VA?

The driving distance from South Suffolk, VA to East Hampton, VA is about 33.8 miles (54.4 km), with a travel time of about 00h 48m by car.

  • The straight-line flight distance is about 26.3 miles (42.4 km).
  • For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 36m 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
33.81 mi
00h 48m
Flight
26.35 mi
42.4 km direct

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

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Flight Distance

Direct air line
26.35 mi
Kilometers
42.4 km
Flight Time
00h 03m

Driving Distance

Road route
33.81 mi
Kilometers
54.41 km
Drive Time
00h 48m

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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 48m.

Arrival Snapshot
Arrive in East Hampton
Fri, Apr 17, 10:23 PM EDT
Return by in South Suffolk
Fri, Apr 17, 11:11 PM EDT
Useful when you're deciding between a quick errand, a day trip, or a longer stop.
Leave South Suffolk
2026-04-17T21:34
Arrive East Hampton
Fri, Apr 17, 10:23 PM EDT
Route Timing
00h 48m
One way by road
Best Departure Window
8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EDT
Aim for a morning departure
Arrive between
8:48 AM to 10:48 AM EDT

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

Leave by
4:54 PM EDT
Keeps a same-day return open with about 03h 00m at the destination.
Back in South Suffolk
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 South Suffolk
16.9 mi
00h 24m
To East Hampton
16.9 mi
00h 24m

Route Weather Snapshot

Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.

Origin
89°F
Friday

Sunny

Starts
Fri, Apr 17 6:00 AM EDT
Wind
8 mph W
Destination
82°F
Friday

Slight Chance Rain Showers

Starts
Fri, Apr 17 6:00 AM EDT
Wind
6 to 9 mph NW

Driving Route Map

The map below follows the saved road route between South Suffolk and East Hampton.

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between South Suffolk and East Hampton.

  1. 1

    Start on Carolina Road

    1.4 km · 2 min · Carolina Road

  2. 2

    Turn right onto East Washington Street

    1076 ft · 29 sec · East Washington Street

  3. 3

    Turn left onto West Pinner Street

    1.1 mi · 2 min · West Pinner Street

  4. 4

    Turn right onto East Constance Road

    1114 ft · 27 sec · East Constance Road

  5. 5

    Continue on Portsmouth Boulevard

    2.7 mi · 4 min · Portsmouth Boulevard

  6. 6

    Merge slight left

    5.9 mi · 7 min

  7. 7

    Take the exit straight toward I 664 North: Newport News, Hampton

    2034 ft · 50 sec

  8. 8

    Merge slight left onto Hampton Roads Beltway

    8.3 mi · 10 min · Hampton Roads Beltway

  9. 9

    Continue on Monitor-Merrimac Memorial Bridge-Tunnel

    4.3 mi · 5 min · Monitor-Merrimac Memorial Bridge-Tunnel

  10. 10

    Continue on Hampton Roads Beltway

    6.2 mi · 8 min · Hampton Roads Beltway

  11. 11

    Keep slight right to continue on Hampton Roads Beltway

    1.4 mi · 2 min · Hampton Roads Beltway

  12. 12

    Take the exit slight right toward Armistead Avenue, Langley Air Force Base

    757 ft · 26 sec

  13. 13

    Keep slight left

    49 m · 9 sec

  14. 14

    Turn left onto Rip Rap Road

    2489 ft · 1 min · Rip Rap Road

  15. 15

    Turn left onto North King Street

    1191 ft · 33 sec · North King Street

  16. 16

    Turn right

    841 ft · 31 sec

  17. 17

    Turn straight onto East Mercury Boulevard

    1.1 mi · 2 min · East Mercury Boulevard

  18. 18

    Turn right onto Southerland Drive

    1063 ft · 47 sec · Southerland Drive

  19. 19

    Arrive at your destination

    0 m · 1 sec · Southerland Drive

Car Route Details

A richer read on the saved driving route between South Suffolk and East Hampton.

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
19 steps
8 turns on the saved route
Ramps & Exits
4
2 merges, 2 ramps or exits
Navigation Density
56.2 / 100 mi
Decision points by distance
Main Roads
Hampton Roads Beltway
15.8 mi · 47%
Portsmouth Boulevard
8.56 mi · 25%
Monitor-Merrimac Memorial Bridge-Tunnel
4.32 mi · 13%
West Pinner Street
1.15 mi · 3%
East Mercury Boulevard
1.06 mi · 3%
Carolina Road
0.88 mi · 3%
Longest Stretch

Hampton Roads Beltway

Merge slight left onto Hampton Roads Beltway

8.25 mi · 00h 10m

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 48m
Day trip friendly
Same-Day Return
01h 36m
Round-trip wheel time
Road vs Air
+7.5 mi
26.3 mi direct line
Halfway Stop
Portsmouth Heights
00h 24m from South Suffolk
Leave By
4:54 PM EDT
Morning start is best
Weather Watch

Sunny leaving South Suffolk and Slight Chance Rain Showers near East Hampton.

Trip Questions

Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.

How long does it take to drive from South Suffolk to East Hampton?

The road trip is about 33.8 miles (54.4 km) and usually takes 00h 48m 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 16.9 miles from South Suffolk and 16.9 miles from East Hampton.

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

The direct path is about 26.3 miles (42.4 km), while the road route adds roughly 7.5 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 4:54 PM EDT.

How much will gas cost for this route?

Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $4.71 one way or $9.43 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 10.6 kg one way.

What should you check before leaving?

Before you leave, expect Sunny around South Suffolk and Slight Chance Rain Showers near East Hampton.

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.
Stop photo coming soon
Scenic stop 7.8 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 7.9 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 7.1 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
Expansive City Center
Nearby stop 7.9 mi away

Expansive City Center

Norfolk , VA
223 E City Hall Ave, Norfolk, VA 23510
Rating 5.0/5 8 reviews Coworking space,Office space rental agency

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 South Suffolk and East Hampton. Straight-line distance: 26.35 mi (42.4 km).

Photo coming soon

#1 South Suffolk

A census-designated place in Suffolk County, Virginia.

Population80,690
Coordinates36.7170900, -76.5902300
Altitude16
CountryUnited States
East Hampton

#2 East Hampton

Town in New York

Population147,993
Coordinates37.0373700, -76.3316100
Altitude1
CountryUnited States
Start: South Suffolk (-76.59023, 36.71709)
End: East Hampton (-76.33161, 37.03737)

Estimated Travel Time

Distance: 54 km by road

SpeedTime
30 mph (48.3 km/h)01h 07m
40 mph (64.37 km/h)00h 50m
50 mph (80.47 km/h)00h 40m
60 mph (96.56 km/h)00h 33m
70 mph (112.65 km/h)00h 28m
80 mph (129 km/h)00h 25m

Fuel, Round Trip and CO2

Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.

One-way fuel
1.19 gal
4.52 L · about $4.71
Round trip
$9.43
2.38 gal · 9.04 L
Estimated CO2
10.6 kg one way
Round trip: 21.2 kg / 47 lb CO2, using regular gasoline.
Fuel$/galOne wayRound trip
Regular gas $3.96 $4.71 $9.43
Mid-grade $4.43 $5.27 $10.54
Premium $4.78 $5.69 $11.37
Diesel $5.62 $6.69 $13.39

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 18, 2026

There is no time difference between South Suffolk and East Hampton. The current time is 21:34:39.

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.