How far is Suffolk, VA from Poquoson, VA?

The driving distance from Suffolk, VA to Poquoson, VA is about 40 miles (64.4 km), with a travel time of about 00h 58m by car.

  • The straight-line flight distance is about 30.3 miles (48.7 km).
  • For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 56m 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
39.99 mi
00h 58m
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
39.99 mi
Kilometers
64.35 km
Drive Time
00h 58m

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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 58m.

Arrival Snapshot
Arrive in Poquoson
Sat, Apr 25, 5:02 PM EDT
Return by in Suffolk
Sat, Apr 25, 6:00 PM EDT
Useful when you're deciding between a quick errand, a day trip, or a longer stop.
Leave Suffolk
2026-04-25T16:04
Arrive Poquoson
Sat, Apr 25, 5:02 PM EDT
Route Timing
00h 58m
One way by road
Best Departure Window
8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EDT
Aim for a morning departure
Arrive between
8:58 AM to 10:58 AM EDT

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

Leave by
4:34 PM EDT
Keeps a same-day return open with about 03h 00m at the destination.
Back in 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 Suffolk
20 mi
00h 29m
To Poquoson
20 mi
00h 29m

Route Weather Snapshot

Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.

Origin
86°F
Saturday

Mostly Sunny

Starts
Sat, Apr 25 6:00 AM EDT
Wind
2 to 9 mph S
Destination
75°F
Saturday

Partly Sunny then Chance Rain Showers

Starts
Sat, Apr 25 6:00 AM EDT
Wind
7 to 12 mph E

Driving Route Map

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

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

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

  1. 1

    Start on South Saratoga Street

    50 m · 11 sec · South Saratoga Street

  2. 2

    Turn right onto West Washington Street

    1531 ft · 40 sec · West 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 left to continue on I 64 West: Williamsburg, Richmond

    1.1 km · 54 sec

  12. 12

    Merge slight left

    1.4 mi · 2 min

  13. 13

    Keep slight right to continue on Neil Armstrong Parkway

    3.2 mi · 5 min · Neil Armstrong Parkway

  14. 14

    Turn right onto Commander Shepard Boulevard

    883 ft · 29 sec · Commander Shepard Boulevard

  15. 15

    Turn left onto Wythe Creek Road

    2.1 mi · 4 min · Wythe Creek Road

  16. 16

    Turn right onto Little Florida Road

    1.4 mi · 3 min · Little Florida Road

  17. 17

    Continue on Poquoson Avenue

    1.6 mi · 3 min · Poquoson Avenue

  18. 18

    Arrive at your destination

    0 m · 1 sec · Poquoson Avenue

Car Route Details

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

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
18 steps
6 turns on the saved route
Ramps & Exits
4
3 merges, 1 ramps or exits
Navigation Density
45 / 100 mi
Decision points by distance
Main Roads
Hampton Roads Beltway
14.4 mi · 36%
Portsmouth Boulevard
8.56 mi · 21%
Monitor-Merrimac Memorial Bridge-Tunnel
4.32 mi · 11%
Neil Armstrong Parkway
3.19 mi · 8%
I 64 West
2.13 mi · 5%
Wythe Creek Road
2.11 mi · 5%
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 58m
Day trip friendly
Same-Day Return
01h 56m
Round-trip wheel time
Road vs Air
+9.7 mi
30.3 mi direct line
Halfway Stop
Portsmouth Heights
00h 29m from Suffolk
Leave By
4:34 PM EDT
Morning start is best
Weather Watch

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

Trip Questions

Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.

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

The road trip is about 40 miles (64.4 km) and usually takes 00h 58m 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 20 miles from Suffolk and 20 miles from Poquoson.

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 9.7 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 4:34 PM EDT.

How much will gas cost for this route?

Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $5.59 one way or $11.17 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 12.5 kg one way.

What should you check before leaving?

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

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 4.2 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 8.1 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

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 Suffolk and Poquoson. Straight-line distance: 30.26 mi (48.7 km).

Suffolk

#1 Suffolk

The most populous city in Suffolk County, Virginia.

Population93,913
Coordinates36.7283600, -76.5849600
Altitude15
CountryUnited States
Poquoson

#2 Poquoson

Independent city in Virginia, United States

Population12,257
Coordinates37.1223700, -76.3457800
Altitude1
CountryUnited States
Start: Suffolk (-76.58496, 36.72836)
End: Poquoson (-76.34578, 37.12237)

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 34m
80 mph (129 km/h)00h 29m

Fuel, Round Trip and CO2

Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.

One-way fuel
1.41 gal
5.34 L · about $5.59
Round trip
$11.17
2.82 gal · 10.68 L
Estimated CO2
12.5 kg one way
Round trip: 25.1 kg / 55 lb CO2, using regular gasoline.
Fuel$/galOne wayRound trip
Regular gas $3.96 $5.59 $11.17
Mid-grade $4.43 $6.24 $12.49
Premium $4.78 $6.74 $13.47
Diesel $5.62 $7.93 $15.86

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 Suffolk and Poquoson. The current time is 16:04:41.

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.