Jacksonville, North Carolina to South Suffolk: Road Trip Guide & Distance

143.6 miles 231.1 km · straight line
179.5 miles estimated 288.9 km · driving distance
3h 37min estimated drive time
$17 - $21 estimated fuel cost
~47min flight time
19° NNE bearing direction

How far is Jacksonville, North Carolina from South Suffolk?

The distance from Jacksonville, North Carolina to South Suffolk is 143.6 miles (231.1 km) as the crow flies. South Suffolk is located NNE of Jacksonville, North Carolina. By car, the driving distance is approximately 179.5 miles, taking about 3h 37min. A direct flight would take roughly 47min. Both are located in United States — Jacksonville, North Carolina in North Carolina and South Suffolk in Virginia.

For a drive of this length, it's recommended to plan at least one quick rest stop to stretch your legs and grab a coffee. Heading East means you'll be driving into the sunrise if you start early. Keep your windshield clean for the best visibility. Given the short distance, driving or taking a train is often faster and more convenient than dealing with airport security and flight boarding times.

Coordinates come from public place data for Jacksonville, North Carolina and South 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.

How to Get from Jacksonville, North Carolina to South Suffolk

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 3h 37min $17 - $21 Flexible stops
Fly ~47min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~4h 20min $14–$27* Budget
Train ~3h 26min $22–$63* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Jacksonville, North Carolina & South Suffolk

Quick Facts

Jacksonville, North Carolina
34.75°N, 77.43°W
America/New_York
4m elevation
South Suffolk
36.72°N, 76.59°W
America/New_York
16m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 48 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 12 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 173.4 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients