How far is Suffolk, VA from Richmond, VA?

Distance by Flight

Shortest distance between Suffolk and Richmond is 74.68 miles (120.18 km).

Flight distance from Suffolk, VA to Richmond, VA is 74.68 miles. Estimated flight time is 00 hours 10 minutes.

It takes 00 hours 09 minutes to travel from Suffolk to Richmond with an airplane (average speed of 550 miles).

Driving distance

The driving distance from Suffolk, Virginia to Richmond, Virginia is: 84.56 miles (136.09 km) by car.

Driving from Suffolk to Richmond will take approximately 01 hours 42 minutes.

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#1 Suffolk

The most populous city in Suffolk County, Virginia. It is located on the James River in southeastern Virginia. Suffolk is known for its many parks and green spaces, its many historical sites, and its many attractions, such as the Suffolk Museum and Cultural Center and the Suffolk Visitor Center.

Population 93913
GPS Coordinates 36°43'42"N 76°35'6"W
Latitude 36.7283600
Longitude -76.5849600
Altitude 15
Country United States
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#2 Richmond

The capital of Virginia. It is located on the James River in central Virginia. Richmond is known for its many historical sites, its many parks and green spaces, and its many attractions, such as the Virginia Museum of Fine Arts and the Edgar Allan Poe Museum.

Population 232226
GPS Coordinates 37°33'14"N 77°27'37"W
Latitude 37.5537600
Longitude -77.4602600
Altitude 64
Country United States

Estimated Travel Time Between Suffolk and Richmond

The distance between Suffolk and Richmond is 136 km if you choose to drive by road. You can go 01 hours 30 minutes if you drive your car at an average speed of 90 kilometers / hour. For different choices, please review the avg. speed travel time table on the below.

There is no time difference between Suffolk and Richmond. The current time is 19:23:06.

Average Speed Travel Time
30 mph (48.3 km/h) 02 hours 49 minutes
40 mph (64.37 km/h) 02 hours 06 minutes
50 mph (80.47 km/h) 01 hours 41 minutes
60 mph (96.56 km/h) 01 hours 24 minutes
70 mph (112.65 km/h) 01 hours 12 minutes
75 mph (120.7 km/h) 01 hours 07 minutes
80 mph (128.75 km/h) 01 hours 03 minutes

Gas Consumption

A car with a fuel efficiency of 8.3 l/100 km will need 11.3 liters (2.98 gallon) of gas to cover the route between Suffolk and Richmond.
The estimated cost of gas to go from Suffolk to Richmond is $9.91 (diesel $12.81).

Virginia gas prices.

Gasoline Mid Grade Premium Diesel
Gallon $3.32 $3.76 $4.12 $4.29
Total $9.91 $11.23 $12.28 $12.81

Take a look at our Gas Cost Calculator feature. It will figure out how much it will cost to drive this particular distance.

The average gas price (in Virginia ) per gallon of daily gas for calculations is $3.320 (Diesel $4.292) /gallon. Last changed prices on April 25, 2024.

How did we calculate the distance?

The place names are translated into coordinates to approximate the distance between Suffolk and Richmond (latitude and longitude). Cities, states, and countries each have their own regional center. The Haversine formula is used to measure the radius.

Distance to Other Cities

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Driving distance from Alexandria, VA to Suffolk 187.61 miles (302 km)

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Driving distance from Arlington, VA to Suffolk 190.37 miles (306 km)

Driving distance from Ashburn, VA to Suffolk 203.95 miles (328 km)

Driving distance from Burke, VA to Suffolk 180.38 miles (290 km)

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Driving distance from Charlottesville, VA to Suffolk 160.88 miles (259 km)

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Driving distance from Chesapeake, VA to Suffolk 21.83 miles (35 km)

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Driving distance from Danville, VA to Suffolk 171.52 miles (276 km)

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Driving distance from Hampton, VA to Suffolk 32.28 miles (52 km)

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Driving distance from Harrisonburg, VA to Suffolk 219.7 miles (354 km)

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Driving distance from Leesburg, VA to Suffolk 210.48 miles (339 km)

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Driving distance from Lynchburg, VA to Suffolk 174.99 miles (282 km)

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