Weekend Drives from Danville, VA
Routes
7
Avg Distance
128 mi
Avg Drive
2h 47m
Destinations
7
The best weekend drives from Danville, VA cover anywhere from 1 to 4 hours on the road. That's 7 solid options across 7 destinations, with the typical route running about 128 miles each way.
Planning Tips
- Leave early on Saturday to beat traffic out of Danville, VA — the first hour often determines the whole drive's mood.
- Pack snacks and water even for short drives. A 2-hour drive with a good stop becomes a 3-hour experience.
- Check fuel prices at your destination versus Danville, VA — sometimes filling up before you leave saves more than you'd expect.
Frequently Asked Questions
There are 7 mapped routes from Danville, VA that are between 1 and 4 hours of driving, covering 7 unique destinations. Average distance is about 128 miles one way.
Drive times and distances come from actual road network data via OSRM. Fuel costs use current state-level gas prices. Drive scores factor in elevation profile, road variety, and terrain. All data is recalculated regularly.
Yes. Click any route to see its full trip page with turn-by-turn directions, fuel cost estimates, elevation profile, stop suggestions, weather conditions, and more.
All Weekend Drives
Danville, VA → Lynchburg, VA
68.4 mi
1h 31m
Score: 7/10
Danville, VA → Roanoke, VA
81.3 mi
1h 56m
Score: 9/10
Danville, VA → Christiansburg, VA
94.9 mi
2h 21m
Score: 7/10
Danville, VA → Charlottesville, VA
132.7 mi
2h 49m
Score: 8/10
Danville, VA → Richmond, VA
143.2 mi
3h 11m
Score: 8/10
Danville, VA → Colonial Heights, VA
186.6 mi
3h 47m
Score: 8/10
Danville, VA → Salem, VA
188.2 mi
3h 54m
Score: 8/10