How far is Suffolk, VA from Williamsburg, VA?

The driving distance from Suffolk, VA to Williamsburg, VA is about 56 miles (90.1 km), with a travel time of about 01h 16m by car.

  • The straight-line flight distance is about 38.1 miles (61.3 km).
  • For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 32m 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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This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination. Copy the route link, send it to another device, or print a clean version before you head out.

Reverse Route
Quick Snapshot
Road
55.97 mi
01h 16m
Flight
38.08 mi
61.28 km direct

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

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Flight Distance

Direct air line
38.08 mi
Kilometers
61.28 km
Flight Time
00h 04m

Driving Distance

Road route
55.97 mi
Kilometers
90.07 km
Drive Time
01h 16m

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Leave and Arrive Planner

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Drive time stays fixed at 01h 16m.

Arrival Snapshot
Arrive in Williamsburg
Wed, Apr 15, 2:17 AM EDT
Return by in Suffolk
Wed, Apr 15, 3:33 AM EDT
Useful when you're deciding between a quick errand, a day trip, or a longer stop.
Leave Suffolk
2026-04-15T01:01
Arrive Williamsburg
Wed, Apr 15, 2:17 AM EDT
Route Timing
01h 16m
One way by road
Best Departure Window
8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EDT
Aim for a morning departure
Arrive between
9:16 AM to 11:16 AM EDT

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

Leave by
3:58 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
Hampton
VA

The second most populous city in Virginia.

From Suffolk
28 mi
00h 38m
To Williamsburg
28 mi
00h 38m

Route Weather Snapshot

Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.

Origin
91°F
Wednesday

Sunny

Starts
Wed, Apr 15 6:00 AM EDT
Wind
8 mph SW
Destination
92°F
Wednesday

Mostly Sunny

Starts
Wed, Apr 15 6:00 AM EDT
Wind
8 mph SW

Driving Route Map

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

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

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

  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 left

    18.6 mi · 22 min

  14. 14

    Take the exit slight left toward VA 143 West: Williamsburg

    2583 ft · 1 min

  15. 15

    Turn straight onto Merrimac Trail

    3.4 mi · 6 min · Merrimac Trail

  16. 16

    Continue on 2nd Street

    3118 ft · 1 min · 2nd Street

  17. 17

    At the end of the road, turn left onto Page Street

    1379 ft · 47 sec · Page Street

  18. 18

    Continue on York Street

    709 ft · 24 sec · York Street

  19. 19

    Continue on Francis Street East

    1.4 km · 3 min · Francis Street East

  20. 20

    At the end of the road, turn right onto South Boundary Street

    119 m · 23 sec · South Boundary Street

  21. 21

    Turn sharp left onto Jamestown Road

    4 m · 1 sec · Jamestown Road

  22. 22

    Arrive at your destination

    0 m · 1 sec · Jamestown Road

Car Route Details

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

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
22 steps
7 turns on the saved route
Ramps & Exits
5
3 merges, 2 ramps or exits
Navigation Density
39.3 / 100 mi
Decision points by distance
Main Roads
I 64 West
20.7 mi · 37%
Hampton Roads Beltway
14.4 mi · 26%
Portsmouth Boulevard
8.56 mi · 15%
Monitor-Merrimac Memorial Bridge-Tunnel
4.32 mi · 8%
Merrimac Trail
3.41 mi · 6%
West Pinner Street
1.15 mi · 2%
Longest Stretch

I 64 West

Keep slight left

18.6 mi · 00h 22m

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
01h 16m
Day trip friendly
Same-Day Return
02h 32m
Round-trip wheel time
Road vs Air
+17.9 mi
38.1 mi direct line
Halfway Stop
Hampton
00h 38m from Suffolk
Leave By
3:58 PM EDT
Morning start is best
Weather Watch

Sunny leaving Suffolk and Mostly Sunny near Williamsburg.

Trip Questions

Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.

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

The road trip is about 56 miles (90.1 km) and usually takes 01h 16m 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?

Hampton is a useful midpoint, sitting about 28 miles from Suffolk and 28 miles from Williamsburg.

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

The direct path is about 38.1 miles (61.3 km), while the road route adds roughly 17.9 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 3:58 PM EDT.

How much will gas cost for this route?

Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $7.84 one way or $15.69 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 17.6 kg one way.

What should you check before leaving?

Before you leave, expect Sunny around Suffolk and Mostly Sunny near Williamsburg.

Stop Ideas Near Hampton

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 Hampton and the surrounding midpoint area.
Chartreuse Bistro
Food stop 12.7 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 3.3 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 12.7 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 13.1 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 Hampton.

RAIL

Newport News station

9 mi away
9304 Warwick Boulevard
BUS

Norfolk

20 mi away
215 W York Street
BUS

Virginia Beach, Virginia

39 mi away
19th St. and Pacific Ave.
RAIL

Williamsburg Transportation Center

42 mi away
468 North Boundary Street

Flight Path Map

This map shows the direct air route between Suffolk and Williamsburg. Straight-line distance: 38.08 mi (61.28 km).

Suffolk

#1 Suffolk

The most populous city in Suffolk County, Virginia.

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

#2 Williamsburg

Independent city in Virginia, United States

Population15,259
Coordinates37.2707000, -76.7074600
Altitude25
CountryUnited States
Start: Suffolk (-76.58496, 36.72836)
End: Williamsburg (-76.70746, 37.2707)

Estimated Travel Time

Distance: 90 km by road

SpeedTime
30 mph (48.3 km/h)01h 51m
40 mph (64.37 km/h)01h 23m
50 mph (80.47 km/h)01h 07m
60 mph (96.56 km/h)00h 55m
70 mph (112.65 km/h)00h 47m
80 mph (129 km/h)00h 41m

Fuel, Round Trip and CO2

Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.

One-way fuel
1.98 gal
7.48 L · about $7.84
Round trip
$15.69
3.96 gal · 14.96 L
Estimated CO2
17.6 kg one way
Round trip: 35.2 kg / 78 lb CO2, using regular gasoline.
Fuel$/galOne wayRound trip
Regular gas $3.96 $7.84 $15.69
Mid-grade $4.43 $8.77 $17.54
Premium $4.78 $9.46 $18.92
Diesel $5.62 $11.14 $22.27

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 15, 2026

There is no time difference between Suffolk and Williamsburg. The current time is 01:01:17.

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.