Suffolk to Wake Forest: Road Trip Guide & Distance

118.9 miles 191.4 km · straight line
148.7 miles estimated 239.3 km · driving distance
2h 59min estimated drive time
$14 - $18 estimated fuel cost
~44min flight time · usually no direct flights
245° WSW bearing direction

How far is Suffolk from Wake Forest?

The distance from Suffolk to Wake Forest is 118.9 miles (191.4 km) as the crow flies. Wake Forest is located WSW of Suffolk. By car, the driving distance is approximately 148.7 miles, taking about 2h 59min. A direct flight would take roughly 44min. Both are located in United States — Suffolk in Virginia and Wake Forest in North Carolina.

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 Suffolk and Wake Forest. 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 Suffolk to Wake Forest

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 2h 59min $14 - $18 Flexible stops
Bus ~3h 35min $12–$22* Budget
Train ~2h 50min $18–$52* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Suffolk & Wake Forest

Quick Facts

Suffolk
36.73°N, 76.58°W
America/New_York
15m elevation
Wake Forest
35.98°N, 78.51°W
America/New_York
119m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 40 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 10 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 209.4 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients