Origin
Gordonsville, VA
Evening in Gordonsville on Tuesday
Local time
7:45 PM
EDT
Current temp
65°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Gordonsville, VA to Roanoke, VA
Data updated 0 seconds ago
Drive Time
2h 19m
Distance
138.8 mi
223 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$22
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
2h 10m
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6 AM
2h 20m
8 AM
2h 39m
10 AM
2h 26m
12 PM
2h 24m
3 PM
2h 27m
5 PM
2h 38m
8 PM
2h 14m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Gordonsville, VA
Tom Fisk
Roanoke, VA
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Trip Overview
This 138.8-mile drive from Gordonsville to Roanoke, Virginia, takes about 2 hours and 19 minutes, making it a perfect candidate for a single-day trip. You'll navigate primarily on local roads, with no highway driving involved, suggesting a more intimate journey through the landscape. With an estimated fuel cost of $22, this route is quite budget-friendly. Given its manageable length and the turn-heavy nature of the drive, it's best suited for those who enjoy a more engaging, hands-on driving experience rather than a quick interstate transit. Both your origin and destination are within the Southeast region, so expect a consistent regional feel throughout.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
0 planned breaks
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
69.4 miles from Gordonsville, VA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 9m into the drive .
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Drive Character
Prepare for a 'turn-heavy local drive' as you make your way from Gordonsville to Roanoke. With a 0% highway share, this route will keep you actively engaged with the road. You won't encounter long, monotonous stretches; instead, expect a dynamic experience with frequent changes in direction. This style of driving offers a more direct connection to the communities and landscapes you'll pass through, rather than a high-speed transit. The constant navigation means you'll be in tune with the road's character from start to finish.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 18 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
North High 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.
Route Complexity
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
The drive from Gordonsville, VA to Roanoke, VA is easy. At 2h 19m 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 Gordonsville, VA to Roanoke, VA is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| North High Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| West Gordon Avenue | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Gordonsville Road | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Louisa Road | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Richmond Road | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| I 64 West | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| I 581 | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| US 11 South | Unavailable | Refreshing |
Per-road distance and duration are being refreshed from OSRM for this route.
Longest stretch:
North High Street
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Gordonsville, VA and Roanoke, VA.
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Start on West King Street
0.2 mi
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37 sec
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West King Street
2
At the end of the road, turn right onto North High Street
0.2 mi
·
31 sec
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North High Street
3
Turn left onto West Gordon Avenue
1.1 mi
·
2 min
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West Gordon Avenue
4
Continue on Gordonsville Road
8.2 mi
·
12 min
·
Gordonsville Road
5
Continue on Louisa Road
5.3 mi
·
9 min
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Louisa Road
6
Turn straight onto Richmond Road
2.1 mi
·
3 min
·
Richmond Road
7
Take the exit slight left toward I 64 West
0.3 mi
·
34 sec
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I 64 West
8
Merge slight left
67 mi
·
1 hr 13 min
9
Keep slight left
48 mi
·
52 min
10
Take the exit slight left toward I 581, US 220 South: Airport, Roanoke
5.9 mi
·
8 min
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I 581, US 220 South: Airport, Roanoke
11
Take the exit slight right toward US 11 South, US 220 Business South: Downtown
0.1 mi
·
17 sec
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US 11 South, US 220 Business South: Downtown
12
Keep slight left
0.3 mi
·
56 sec
13
Turn right onto Salem Avenue Southeast
0.2 mi
·
31 sec
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Salem Avenue Southeast
14
Turn left onto South Jefferson Street
476 ft
·
20 sec
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South Jefferson Street
15
Turn right onto Kirk Avenue Southwest
377 ft
·
22 sec
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Kirk Avenue Southwest
16
Turn left
115 ft
·
14 sec
17
Turn left
131 ft
·
10 sec
18
Arrive at your destination
Trip Plan
Since this is a manageable 2-hour and 19-minute drive covering 138.8 miles, you have the flexibility to leave whenever suits you best. Aiming for a morning departure will give you ample time to enjoy the journey without feeling rushed. With a fuel cost of around $22, you can easily plan for a full tank before you set off to ensure you have plenty of gas. Keep an eye on your navigation as the 'turn-heavy local drive' profile means you'll be making frequent adjustments. Consider a brief stop about halfway through to stretch your legs and break up the frequent turns.
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 69.4 miles from Gordonsville, VA, or about 1h 9m into the drive.
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 80 miles or 1h 20m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 69.4 miles or 1h 9m 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 54m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Roanoke, VA than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Gordonsville, VA so your first major turns are already loaded.
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Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
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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 Gordonsville, VA
This is one driving day of about 138.8 miles and 2h 19m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Gordonsville, VA.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
You may only need one short stretch stop if conditions stay smooth.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 69.4 mi from Gordonsville, VA · 1h 9m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
69 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 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 69.4 miles from Gordonsville, VA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Roanoke, VA
The final approach into Roanoke, 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 Roanoke, 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
$21.71 one way
$43.41 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
49 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.34 | $23.73 | $47.47 |
| premium | $4.70 | $25.69 | $51.38 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $30.65 | $61.29 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$22
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$47–$72
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 48.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $15 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 41.6 | 0 | $14.57 | $6.66 |
| Efficient EV | 34.7 | 0 | $12.15 | $5.55 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 55.5 | 0 | $19.43 | $8.88 |
Gas CO2
49 kg
EV CO2
16 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
Roanoke, VA
Evening in Roanoke on Tuesday
Local time
7:45 PM
EDT
Current temp
44°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
76°F
Oakland, MD
69 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
21 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 19m 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 Gordonsville, VA to Roanoke, VA covers 138.8 miles and takes about 2h 19m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are North High Street, West Gordon Avenue, Gordonsville Road. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 69.4 miles from Gordonsville, VA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $21.71 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 Gordonsville, VA to Roanoke, VA is easy. At 2h 19m 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 Gordonsville, VA to Roanoke, VA is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Gordonsville, VA to Roanoke, VA does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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