How to get from Arlington to Suffolk
The fastest way to travel from Arlington to Suffolk takes approximately 451 minutes with 5 transfers. You can use subway, bus and tram. We found 7 route options for you.
Fastest Route
451 min
387.4 km
5 transfers
S
Flixbus N2601
023
800
045
Pi
Departs from:
Virginia Square, Orange/Silver Line Track 1 Platform
Walking:
33 min
Step-by-step directions
1
Walk 6 min (0.3 km)
to Virginia Square, Orange/Silver Line Track 1 Platform
2
Take
S
Subway
Direction: Largo
From Virginia Square, Orange/Silver Line Track 1 Platform
to Rosslyn, Blue/Orange/Silver Line Track 1 Platform
(2 stops, 6 min)
3
Walk 4 min (0.2 km)
to Arlington (Rosslyn)
4
Take
Flixbus N2601
Bus
Direction: Virginia Beach (Circle D Food Mart)
From Arlington (Rosslyn)
to Norfolk
(2 stops, 255 min)
5
Walk 3 min (0.2 km)
to Military & Poplar Hall
6
Take
023
Bus
Direction: Military HWY Station
From Military & Poplar Hall
to Military HWY Station
(2 stops, 5 min)
7
Walk 2 min (0.1 km)
to Military Highway Station
8
Take
800
Tram
Direction: Evmc Fort Norfolk Station
From Military Highway Station
to Macarthur Square Station
(5 stops, 14 min)
9
Walk 2 min (0.1 km)
to City Hall & Bank
10
Take
045
Bus
Direction: Starmount & Jolliff
From City Hall & Bank
to Portsmouth & West Capri Circle
(32 stops, 57 min)
11
Walk 2 min (0.1 km)
to Chesapeake Square HRT Transfer Station
12
Take
Pi
Bus
Direction: Nansemond/Wilroy Industrial
From Chesapeake Square HRT Transfer Station
to Downtown Transfer Station
(10 stops, 27 min)
13
Walk 14 min (0.8 km)
✓
Arrive at Suffolk
Public transport stations close to Arlington
Arlington is located in Arlington and the nearest public transport stations are listed below.
Metro stations close to Arlington:
- Virginia Square, Orange/Silver Line Track 1 Platform
- Virginia Square, Orange/Silver Line Track 2 Platform
- Ballston, Orange/Silver Line Track 1 Platform
- Ballston, Orange/Silver Line Track 2 Platform
Bus stations close to Arlington:
- Wilson Blvd WB @ N Oakland ST Fs
- Wilson Blvd EB @ N Oakland ST Fs
- Wilson Blvd WB @ N Monroe ST Fs
- Wilson Blvd EB @ N Monroe ST Fs
Public transport stations close to Suffolk
Suffolk is located in Arlington and the nearest public transport stations are listed below.
Bus stations close to Suffolk:
- Suffolk Tower
- Godwin Courts Building
- Downtown Main St
- Suffolk Transit Office
Alternative Route
496 min
375.3 km
5 transfers
A71
Northeast Regional
Amtrak Thruway Connecting Service
800
045
Pi
Departs from:
N Randolph St+Wilson Bl
Walking:
33 min
Step-by-step directions
1
Walk 9 min (0.5 km)
to N Randolph St+Wilson Bl
2
Take
A71
Bus
Direction: South to King St-Old Town
From N Randolph St+Wilson Bl
to Amtrak Station
(35 stops, 36 min)
3
Walk 2 min (0.1 km)
to Alexandria
4
Take
Northeast Regional
Train
Direction: Newport News
From Alexandria
to Newport News
(6 stops, 229 min)
5
Take
Amtrak Thruway Connecting Service
Bus
Direction: Virginia Beach
From Newport News
to Norfolk
6
Walk 4 min (0.2 km)
to Harbor Park Station
7
Take
800
Tram
Direction: Evmc Fort Norfolk Station
From Harbor Park Station
to Macarthur Square Station
(1 stops, 5 min)
8
Walk 2 min (0.1 km)
to City Hall & Bank
9
Take
045
Bus
Direction: Starmount & Jolliff
From City Hall & Bank
to Portsmouth & West Capri Circle
(32 stops, 57 min)
10
Walk 2 min (0.1 km)
to Chesapeake Square HRT Transfer Station
11
Take
Pi
Bus
Direction: Nansemond/Wilroy Industrial
From Chesapeake Square HRT Transfer Station
to Downtown Transfer Station
(10 stops, 27 min)
12
Walk 14 min (0.8 km)
✓
Arrive at Suffolk
Questions & Answers
Common questions about traveling from Arlington to Suffolk.
How do I travel from Arlington to Suffolk in Arlington?
The quickest journey from Arlington to Suffolk takes approximately 451 minutes via the S subway service.
Are there other ways to reach Suffolk from Arlington?
Yes, an alternative route is available taking around 496 minutes using the A71 bus line.
Can I get directly from Arlington to Suffolk without changing?
This route requires 5 transfers. The complete journey takes about 451 minutes including connection time.
What subway service connects Arlington and Suffolk?
The S line provides subway service between Virginia Square, Orange/Silver Line Track 1 Platform and Downtown Transfer Station in Arlington.
What is the journey time from Arlington to Suffolk by public transport?
Traveling by subway from Arlington to Suffolk in Arlington takes approximately 451 minutes, including transfer time at connection points.
Where should I board the subway to travel from Arlington to Suffolk?
Board the S subway at Virginia Square, Orange/Silver Line Track 1 Platform station, located near Arlington in Arlington.
Which station is closest to Suffolk?
The nearest stop to Suffolk is Downtown Transfer Station station. Exit here to reach your destination in Arlington.
Travel Tips
- Allow extra time for connections, especially during peak hours
- Check real-time departure information at the station
- Consider downloading the transit app for live updates
- For routes with transfers, follow signs at stations for connecting services
Disclaimer: Travel times shown are estimates based on scheduled departure at 8:00 AM and do not account for real-time traffic conditions or service delays. Actual travel times may vary.