Cape Cod to Suffolk: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Cape Cod from Suffolk?

The distance from Cape Cod to Suffolk is 479.2 miles (771.2 km) as the crow flies. Suffolk is located SW of Cape Cod. By car, the driving distance is approximately 575 miles, taking about 11h 34min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 28min. Both are located in United States — Cape Cod in Massachusetts and Suffolk in Virginia.

This is a solid day of driving. Be sure to take breaks every 2-3 hours to avoid driver fatigue, and plan your meals ahead of time. Since you'll be heading mostly West, pack a good pair of sunglasses if you plan to drive during the late afternoon to avoid the harsh sun glare.

Coordinates come from public place data for Cape Cod and Suffolk. The driving distance is estimated from straight-line distance with a road-factor model, so confirm the route in your navigation app. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.