Origin
Glasgow, VA
Afternoon in Glasgow on Thursday
Local time
12:57 PM
EDT
Current temp
47°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Glasgow, VA to Roanoke, VA
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
52m
Distance
46.6 mi
75 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$7
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 48m
★
6 AM
0h 53m
8 AM
1h 1m
10 AM
0h 56m
12 PM
0h 55m
3 PM
0h 56m
5 PM
1h 1m
8 PM
0h 50m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Glasgow, VA
Sinitta Leunen
Roanoke, VA
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Trip Overview
The drive from Glasgow, VA to Roanoke, VA covers 46.6 miles and takes about 52m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on Anderson Street, Blue Ridge Road, Rockbridge Road for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. At current regular gas prices, budget about $7.29 one way before food or hotel costs.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 52m. Total distance: 46.6 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
52m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (0%). Straightforward navigation.
Scenic Drive
Turn-heavy local drive route profile.
Drive Character
Expect a 52m drive with frequent turns across 46.6 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 19 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Anderson Street is one of the defining roads on this drive.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive.
Driving Effort
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Glasgow, VA to Roanoke, VA is easy. At 52m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Glasgow, VA to Roanoke, VA is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Anderson Street | — | — |
| Blue Ridge Road | — | — |
| Rockbridge Road | — | — |
| Wert Faulkner Highway | — | — |
| South Lee Highway | — | — |
| I 581 | — | — |
| US 11 South | — | — |
| Salem Avenue Southeast | — | — |
Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.
Longest stretch:
Anderson Street
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Glasgow, VA and Roanoke, VA.
1
Start on the route
249 ft
·
20 sec
·
the route
2
Turn right onto Anderson Street
213 ft
·
9 sec
·
Anderson Street
3
Turn left onto Blue Ridge Road
0.2 mi
·
33 sec
·
Blue Ridge Road
4
Turn right onto Rockbridge Road
1.4 mi
·
2 min
·
Rockbridge Road
5
Continue on Wert Faulkner Highway
4.4 mi
·
6 min
·
Wert Faulkner Highway
6
Continue on Wert Faulkner Highway
125 ft
·
2 sec
·
Wert Faulkner Highway
7
Turn left onto South Lee Highway
1.7 mi
·
2 min
·
South Lee Highway
8
Turn right
0.2 mi
·
22 sec
9
Take the ramp left
19 mi
·
20 min
10
Continue straight
13 mi
·
15 min
11
Take the exit slight left toward I 581, US 220 South: Airport, Roanoke
5.9 mi
·
8 min
·
I 581, US 220 South: Airport, Roanoke
12
Take the exit slight right toward US 11 South, US 220 Business South: Downtown
0.1 mi
·
17 sec
·
US 11 South, US 220 Business South: Downtown
13
Keep slight left
0.3 mi
·
56 sec
14
Turn right onto Salem Avenue Southeast
0.2 mi
·
31 sec
·
Salem Avenue Southeast
15
Turn left onto South Jefferson Street
476 ft
·
20 sec
·
South Jefferson Street
16
Turn right onto Kirk Avenue Southwest
377 ft
·
22 sec
·
Kirk Avenue Southwest
17
Turn left
115 ft
·
14 sec
18
Turn left
131 ft
·
10 sec
19
Arrive at your destination
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 23.3 mi from Glasgow, VA · 26m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
23 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 10 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 23.3 miles from Glasgow, VA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Roanoke, VA
Allow a few extra minutes for the final approach into Roanoke, VA if you are unfamiliar with the area.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$7.29 one way
$14.57 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
16 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.34 | $7.97 | $15.94 |
| premium | $4.70 | $8.62 | $17.25 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $10.29 | $20.58 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$7
Estimated CO2 emission: 16.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $5 in charging · 0 stops · 69% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 14 | 0 | $4.89 | $2.24 |
| Efficient EV | 11.7 | 0 | $4.08 | $1.86 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 18.6 | 0 | $6.52 | $2.98 |
Gas CO2
16 kg
EV CO2
5 kg (69% 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
Roanoke, VA
Afternoon in Roanoke on Thursday
Local time
12:57 PM
EDT
Current temp
79°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
49°F
Buchanan, VA
23 mi in
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
32 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
52m 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 Glasgow, VA to Roanoke, VA covers 46.6 miles and takes about 52m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Anderson Street, Blue Ridge Road, Rockbridge Road. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 23.3 miles from Glasgow, VA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $7.29 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.
The drive from Glasgow, VA to Roanoke, VA is easy. At 52m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Glasgow, VA to Roanoke, VA is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Glasgow, VA to Roanoke, VA does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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