Origin
Broadlands, VA
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Local time
8:24 AM
EDT
Current temp
48°F
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Trip from Broadlands, VA to Harrisonburg, 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
116 mi
187 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$18
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
2h 9m
★
6 AM
2h 19m
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.
Broadlands, VA
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Harrisonburg, VA
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Trip Overview
The drive from Broadlands, VA to Harrisonburg, VA covers 116 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 I 81, I 66, James Madison Highway for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 52.5 miles on I 81. At current regular gas prices, budget about $18.14 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
58 miles from Broadlands, VA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 13m into the drive .
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 18m. Total distance: 116 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 (83%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Drive Character
This is a 2h 18m highway drive covering 116 miles, with most of the trip on I 81 and I 66. The longest continuous stretch is about 52.5 miles on I 81.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 22 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
I 81 is the longest continuous segment at about 52.5 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 81 and I 66. You will hit about 12 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near SR 2119 / Truro Parish Drive.
Driving Effort
6/10
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 116 miles you will encounter 12 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: near the start (SR 2119 / Truro Parish Drive): Navigation decision point; at 10 miles (US 50 / Little River Turnpike): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 21.3 miles (I 66): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 12 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
4
0 mi into trip
|
~0m in
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SR 2119 / Truro Parish Drive
Turn right onto SR 2119 / Truro Parish Drive
Navigation decision point
5
10 mi into trip
|
~16m in
|
US 50 / Little River Turnpike
Enter roundabout onto US 50 / Little River Turnpike
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
5
21.3 mi into trip
|
~33m in
|
I 66
Merge onto I 66
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
61.1 mi into trip
|
~1h 16m in
Keep slight left at fork toward I 81 South: Roanoke
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
Exit 1A
Toward I 81 South: Roanoke
5
116 mi into trip
|
~2h 18m in
|
US 11; US 33 / North Main Street
At end of road, turn right onto US 11; US 33 / North Main Street
Navigation decision point
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 81 | 52.5 mi | 56m |
| I 66 | 39.8 mi | 42m |
| James Madison Highway | 7.9 mi | 11m |
| Northstar Boulevard | 4.1 mi | 7m |
| Little River Turnpike | 3.7 mi | 5m |
| James Monroe Highway | 2.3 mi | 3m |
| Belmont Ridge Road | 1.6 mi | 2m |
| East Market Street | 1.5 mi | 3m |
Longest stretch:
I 81
— 52.5 mi, about 56m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Broadlands, VA and Harrisonburg, VA.
1
Start on Chickacoan Trail Drive
117 ft
·
6 sec
·
Chickacoan Trail Drive
2
Turn right onto SR 2119
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
Truro Parish Drive
3
Turn left onto SR 659
1.6 mi
·
2 min
·
Belmont Ridge Road
4
Continue on SR 3171
4.1 mi
·
7 min
·
Northstar Boulevard
5
Turn right onto US 50
1.5 mi
·
2 min
·
Little River Turnpike
6
Continue on Little River Turnpike
101 ft
·
2 sec
·
Little River Turnpike
7
Keep slight right at fork onto Little River Turnpike
1.8 mi
·
2 min
·
Little River Turnpike
8
Enter roundabout onto US 50
136 ft
·
4 sec
·
Little River Turnpike
9
Continue on US 50
0.4 mi
·
52 sec
·
Little River Turnpike
10
Enter roundabout onto SR 884
188 ft
·
6 sec
·
Howsers Branch Drive
11
Continue on SR 884
0.4 mi
·
46 sec
·
Howsers Branch Drive
12
Enter roundabout onto US 15
203 ft
·
3 sec
·
James Monroe Highway
13
Continue on US 15
2.3 mi
·
3 min
·
James Monroe Highway
14
Continue on US 15
7.9 mi
·
11 min
·
James Madison Highway
Use the left lane.
15
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
41 sec
Toward I 66 West: Front Royal
16
Merge onto I 66
40 mi
·
42 min
·
I 66
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
17
Keep slight left at fork
0.6 mi
·
1 min
Exit 1A
Toward I 81 South: Roanoke
Use the straight lane.
18
Merge onto I 81
53 mi
·
56 min
·
I 81
Toward I 81 South: Roanoke
19
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
28 sec
Toward US 33 West: Harrisonburg
20
Turn straight onto US 33
1.5 mi
·
3 min
·
East Market Street
21
At end of road, turn right onto US 11; US 33
49 ft
·
1 sec
·
North Main Street
22
Arrive at destination
US 11; US 33
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 58 miles from Broadlands, VA, or about 1h 13m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 52.5 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 26 miles or 38m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 58 miles or 1h 13m 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 53m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Harrisonburg, VA than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Broadlands, 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 Broadlands, VA
This is one driving day of about 116 miles and 2h 18m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 26 miles from Broadlands, VA.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on I 81 for about 52.5 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 58 mi from Broadlands, VA · 1h 13m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
58 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 26 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 58 miles from Broadlands, VA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Harrisonburg, VA
The final approach into Harrisonburg, 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 Harrisonburg, 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
$18.14 one way
$36.28 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
41 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.34 | $19.83 | $39.67 |
| premium | $4.70 | $21.47 | $42.94 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $25.61 | $51.22 |
Estimated Tolls: $0.22
Little River Turnpike
(1.8 mi)
$0.12
Little River Turnpike
(1.5 mi)
$0.10
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
$18
Tolls
$0
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$43–$68
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 40.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $12 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 34.8 | 0 | $12.18 | $5.57 |
| Efficient EV | 29 | 0 | $10.15 | $4.64 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 46.4 | 0 | $16.24 | $7.42 |
Gas CO2
41 kg
EV CO2
14 kg (66% 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
Harrisonburg, VA
Morning in Harrisonburg on Friday
Local time
8:24 AM
EDT
Current temp
70°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
48°F
Petersburg, VA
58 mi in
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
22 degrees warmer 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 Broadlands, VA to Harrisonburg, VA covers 116 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 I 81, I 66, James Madison Highway. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 58 miles from Broadlands, VA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $18.14 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 116 miles you will encounter 12 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: near the start (SR 2119 / Truro Parish Drive): Navigation decision point; at 10 miles (US 50 / Little River Turnpike): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 21.3 miles (I 66): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
The route from Broadlands, VA to Harrisonburg, VA does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
How this page is built
Compiled and maintained by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy (Helsinki). Each route is built from authoritative open government and mapping datasets rather than crowdsourced reviews. Distances and geometry come from OSRM over OpenStreetMap. Fuel cost uses EIA weekly regional averages. Pages are published only after passing our data-quality checks; our methodology page documents refresh cadence, editorial standards, and known limitations.
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