How far is Portsmouth, VA from Suffolk, VA?

Fastest route

Here are some tips and suggestions for your trip from Portsmouth, Virginia, to Suffolk, Virginia, which is approximately 18.4 miles (29.6 kilometers) long:

Directions

Head east on Crawford St and turn right onto Bart St to get on I-264 W.
Merge onto I-264 W and continue on this route.
Take the US-13 S/US-58 W exit toward Suffolk to join US-460 BUS W/U.S. 58 Bus.
Keep left and merge onto US-13 S/US-58 W.
Use the right 2 lanes to take the US-58BUS W/US-460BUS W ramp to Downtown/Suffolk.
Continue on US-460 BUS W/U.S. 58 Bus.
Turn left onto E Pinner St and then turn right onto E Washington St, your destination.

Tips & Suggestions

🚗 Use I-264 W for the fastest route.
⛽ Plan for any potential traffic conditions before your trip.
🛣️ Keep an eye out for road signs indicating the correct exits.
🗺️ Consider using a navigation app to stay on track.
🚦 Observe traffic rules and drive safely throughout the journey.
📱 Have your phone charged and accessible for navigation assistance.
🍽️ Before you leave, pack some snacks and drinks for the trip.

Distance by Flight

Shortest distance between Portsmouth and Suffolk is 17.5 miles (28.17 km).

Flight distance from Portsmouth, VA to Suffolk, VA is 17.5 miles. Estimated flight time is 00 hours 02 minutes.

Driving distance

The driving distance from Portsmouth, Virginia to Suffolk, Virginia is: 18.6 miles (29.94 km) by car.

Driving from Portsmouth to Suffolk will take approximately 00 hours 24 minutes.

#1 Portsmouth

The most populous city in Portsmouth, Virginia. It is located on the Elizabeth River in southeastern Virginia. Portsmouth is known for its many parks and green spaces, its many historical sites

Population	95094
GPS Coordinates	36°50'8"N 76°17'54"W
Latitude	36.8354300
Longitude	-76.2982700
Altitude	3
Country	United States

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

Starting point in Portsmouth: High Street (-76.29827,36.835429)
Ending point in Suffolk: South Saratoga Street (-76.584824,36.728307)

Estimated Travel Time Between Portsmouth and Suffolk

The distance between Portsmouth and Suffolk is 30 km if you choose to drive by road. You can go 00 hours 19 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 Portsmouth and Suffolk. The current time is 01:52:41.

Average Speed	Travel Time
30 mph (48.3 km/h)	00 hours 37 minutes
40 mph (64.37 km/h)	00 hours 27 minutes
50 mph (80.47 km/h)	00 hours 22 minutes
60 mph (96.56 km/h)	00 hours 18 minutes
70 mph (112.65 km/h)	00 hours 15 minutes
75 mph (120.7 km/h)	00 hours 14 minutes
80 mph (128.75 km/h)	00 hours 13 minutes

Gas Consumption

A car with a fuel efficiency of 8.3 l/100 km will need 2.49 liters (0.66 gallon) of gas to cover the route between Portsmouth and Suffolk.
The estimated cost of gas to go from Portsmouth to Suffolk is $2.18 (diesel $2.82).

Virginia gas prices.

	Gasoline	Mid Grade	Premium	Diesel
Gallon	$3.32	$3.76	$4.12	$4.29
Total	$2.18	$2.47	$2.7	$2.82

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 December 22, 2024.

How did we calculate the distance?

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