Ocean City to Suffolk: Road Trip Guide & Distance

138.2 miles 222.4 km · straight line
172.7 miles estimated 278 km · driving distance
3h 29min estimated drive time
$17 - $20 estimated fuel cost
~47min flight time
217° SW bearing direction

How far is Ocean City from Suffolk?

The distance from Ocean City to Suffolk is 138.2 miles (222.4 km) as the crow flies. Suffolk is located SW of Ocean City. By car, the driving distance is approximately 172.7 miles, taking about 3h 29min. A direct flight would take roughly 47min. Both are located in United States — Ocean City in Maryland and 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. 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. 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 Ocean City 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.

How to Get from Ocean City to Suffolk

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 3h 29min $17 - $20 Flexible stops
Fly ~47min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~4h 11min $14–$26* Budget
Train ~3h 19min $21–$60* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Ocean City & Suffolk

Quick Facts

Ocean City
38.34°N, 75.08°W
America/New_York
1m elevation
Suffolk
36.73°N, 76.58°W
America/New_York
15m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 46 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 12 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 180.2 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients