Origin
Bon Air, VA
Evening in Bon Air on Friday
Local time
7:25 PM
EDT
Current temp
80°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Bon Air, VA to West Lynchburg, VA
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 17, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
2h 18m
Distance
104 mi
167 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$16
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
2h 9m
★
6 AM
2h 18m
8 AM
2h 38m
10 AM
2h 25m
12 PM
2h 23m
3 PM
2h 26m
5 PM
2h 37m
8 PM
2h 13m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Bon Air, VA
Sami Aksu
West Lynchburg, VA
Kelly
Trip Overview
The drive from Bon Air, VA to West Lynchburg, VA covers 104 miles and takes about 2h 18m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on Anderson Highway, Richmond Highway, Old Courthouse Road for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 36.7 miles on Anderson Highway. At current regular gas prices, budget about $16.26 one way before food or hotel costs.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
52 miles from Bon Air, VA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 12m into the drive .
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 18m. Total distance: 104 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 18m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (10%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Scenic Drive
Turn-heavy local drive route profile.
Drive Character
Expect a 2h 18m drive with frequent turns across 104 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 21 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Anderson Highway is the longest continuous segment at about 36.7 miles.
Elevation Profile
Mostly flat terrain
844 ft
294 ft
Total Climb
872 ft
Total Descent
451 ft
Highest Point
844 ft
~89.1 mi in
Elevation Range
551 ft
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. You will hit about 10 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 81.9 miles in near VA 24.
Driving Effort
5/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 104 miles you will encounter 10 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 81.9 miles (VA 24): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 100.2 miles (US 460 BUS): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 100.3 miles (US 460 BUS): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 10 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
6
81.9 mi into trip
|
~1h 47m in
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VA 24
Take the exit onto VA 24 toward US 460 West, VA 24 West
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward US 460 West, VA 24 West
6
100.2 mi into trip
|
~2h 10m in
|
US 460 BUS
Take the exit onto US 460 BUS toward US 501: South Boston
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Toward US 501: South Boston
6
100.3 mi into trip
|
~2h 10m in
|
US 460 BUS
Keep slight right at fork onto US 460 BUS
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
6
101.9 mi into trip
|
~2h 13m in
|
Campbell Avenue
At end of road, turn right onto Campbell Avenue
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
6
102.9 mi into trip
|
~2h 15m in
|
Park Avenue
Enter roundabout onto Park Avenue
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Anderson Highway | 36.7 mi | 48m |
| Richmond Highway | 18 mi | 22m |
| Old Courthouse Road | 10 mi | 11m |
| Mount Rush Highway | 8.6 mi | 9m |
| Midlothian Turnpike | 8.4 mi | 13m |
| East James Anderson Highway | 8.1 mi | 9m |
| West James Anderson Highway | 7.8 mi | 9m |
| US 460 BUS | 1.8 mi | 3m |
Longest stretch:
Anderson Highway
— 36.7 mi, about 48m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Bon Air, VA and West Lynchburg, VA.
1
Start on SR 718
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Rockaway Road
2
Continue on SR 718
1.3 mi
·
3 min
·
Old Bon Air Road
3
Turn right onto SR 675
0.2 mi
·
28 sec
·
Robious Road
4
Turn left onto Sturbridge Drive
0.2 mi
·
39 sec
·
Sturbridge Drive
5
Turn right onto US 60
8.4 mi
·
13 min
·
Midlothian Turnpike
Use the straight lane.
6
Continue on US 60
37 mi
·
48 min
·
Anderson Highway
7
Continue on US 60
8.1 mi
·
9 min
·
East James Anderson Highway
8
Continue on US 60
7.8 mi
·
9 min
·
West James Anderson Highway
9
Turn slight left onto VA 24
8.6 mi
·
9 min
·
Mount Rush Highway
10
Continue on VA 24
10 mi
·
11 min
·
Old Courthouse Road
11
Take the exit onto VA 24
0.2 mi
·
29 sec
·
VA 24
Toward US 460 West, VA 24 West
12
Merge onto US 460; VA 24
18 mi
·
22 min
·
Richmond Highway
13
Take the exit onto US 460 BUS
0.2 mi
·
24 sec
·
US 460 BUS
Toward US 501: South Boston
Use the slight right lane.
14
Keep slight right at fork onto US 460 BUS
1.6 mi
·
2 min
·
US 460 BUS
Use the right lane.
15
Turn left onto Campbell Avenue
97 ft
·
3 sec
·
Campbell Avenue
Use the left lane.
16
At end of road, turn right onto Campbell Avenue
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
Campbell Avenue
Use the straight / right lanes.
17
Continue on US 501 BUS
0.1 mi
·
17 sec
·
Langhorne Road
Use the straight / right lanes.
18
Enter roundabout onto Park Avenue
166 ft
·
9 sec
·
Park Avenue
19
Continue on Park Avenue
0.3 mi
·
53 sec
·
Park Avenue
20
Continue on Lakeside Drive
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Lakeside Drive
Use the straight lane.
21
Arrive at destination
Lakeside Drive
Trip Plan
Morning Departure
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch.
Evening Departure
Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
You may only need one short stretch break if traffic stays light.
The halfway point lands around 52 miles from Bon Air, VA, or about 1h 12m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 36.7 miles.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
Departure
Before you leave
Start with fuel, water, and navigation already sorted so the first hour feels easy.
First stop
Around 23 miles or 35m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 52 miles or 1h 12m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 1h 52m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near West Lynchburg, VA than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
Open the route before leaving Bon Air, VA so your first major turns are already loaded.
+
Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
+
Check your fuel range against the first long segment, especially if you are starting outside city service areas.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Bon Air, VA
This is one driving day of about 104 miles and 2h 18m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 23 miles from Bon Air, VA.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on Anderson Highway for about 36.7 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 52 mi from Bon Air, VA · 1h 12m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
52 mi into the route
Best for: Lunch, fuel, and a longer reset
This sits close to the middle of the route, so it works well for the longest stop of the day.
Pacing Suggestions
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 23 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 52 miles from Bon Air, VA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in West Lynchburg, VA
The final approach into West Lynchburg, VA usually feels slower than the middle of the drive, so avoid planning your tightest schedule at the very end.
Try to arrive with enough fuel left to skip an immediate station stop unless you already know the area around West Lynchburg, VA.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$16.26 one way
$32.53 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
36 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.34 | $17.78 | $35.56 |
| premium | $4.70 | $19.25 | $38.50 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $22.96 | $45.92 |
Estimated Tolls: $0.59
Midlothian Turnpike
(8.4 mi)
$0.59
Toll estimates based on average 2024-2025 rates. EZ-Pass/SunPass discounts may lower the actual cost.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$16
Tolls
$1
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$42–$67
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 36.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $11 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 31.2 | 0 | $10.92 | $4.99 |
| Efficient EV | 26 | 0 | $9.10 | $4.16 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 41.6 | 0 | $14.56 | $6.66 |
Gas CO2
36 kg
EV CO2
12 kg (67% less)
This trip is well within single-charge range for most EVs. No charging stops needed if you start fully charged.
DC fast charging avg $0.35/kWh. Home charging avg $0.16/kWh. US grid CO2: 0.39 kg/kWh.
Travel Intel
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Destination
West Lynchburg, VA
Evening in West Lynchburg on Friday
Local time
7:25 PM
EDT
Current temp
73°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Seasonal Notes
Summer travel usually means heavier construction, hotter rest stops, and busier weekend traffic around major cities.
Winter travel shortens daylight, so a route that looks manageable on paper can feel much longer after dark.
Holiday weekends tend to make both departure and arrival windows slower than the raw route time suggests.
Time zone
Same local time
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
7 degrees cooler at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
2h 18m on the road
Use the two city cards together: check the sky where you start, then compare it with the local time and temperature at arrival.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Bon Air, VA to West Lynchburg, VA covers 104 miles and takes about 2h 18m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Anderson Highway, Richmond Highway, Old Courthouse Road. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 52 miles from Bon Air, VA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $16.26 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch. Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 104 miles you will encounter 10 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
The main spots that need attention: at 81.9 miles (VA 24): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 100.2 miles (US 460 BUS): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 100.3 miles (US 460 BUS): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
The route from Bon Air, VA to West Lynchburg, VA does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
Mostly flat terrain. The route ranges from 294 ft to 844 ft elevation with about 872 ft of total climbing.
How this page is built
Compiled by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, EIA for fuel prices, and USGS 3DEP for elevation. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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