Origin
Roanoke, VA
Morning in Roanoke on Saturday
Local time
10:30 AM
EDT
Current temp
59°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Roanoke, VA to Appalachia, VA
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 18, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
4h 3m
Distance
194.9 mi
314 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$30
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
3h 50m
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6 AM
4h 3m
8 AM
4h 29m
10 AM
4h 12m
12 PM
4h 10m
3 PM
4h 13m
5 PM
4h 28m
8 PM
3h 55m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Roanoke, VA
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Appalachia, VA
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Trip Overview
The drive from Roanoke, VA to Appalachia, VA covers 194.9 miles and takes about 4h 3m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on 1st Street Southwest, Franklin Road Southwest, Williamson Road Southeast for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. At current regular gas prices, budget about $30.48 one way before food or hotel costs.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is possible, but it will make for a full day on the road.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
Midpoint
97.5 miles from Roanoke, VA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 1m into the drive .
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 4h 3m. Total distance: 194.9 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
4h 3m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (0%). Straightforward navigation.
Scenic Drive
Turn-heavy local drive route profile.
Drive Character
Expect a 4h 3m drive with frequent turns across 194.9 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 30 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
1st Street Southwest 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.
Navigation is easy, but the length (4h 3m) means fatigue is the real challenge. The route is 0% highway with very few tricky spots, so this is more about pacing than navigation skill.
Where does it get tricky?
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Roanoke, VA to Appalachia, VA is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| 1st Street Southwest | — | — |
| Franklin Road Southwest | — | — |
| Williamson Road Southeast | — | — |
| Williamson Road Northeast | — | — |
| I 581 North | — | — |
| I 81 South | — | — |
| US 58 | — | — |
| Cummings Street | — | — |
Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.
Longest stretch:
1st Street Southwest
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Roanoke, VA and Appalachia, VA.
1
Start on the route
285 ft
·
26 sec
·
the route
2
Turn left onto 1st Street Southwest
0.1 mi
·
34 sec
·
1st Street Southwest
3
Turn sharp left onto Franklin Road Southwest
0.2 mi
·
27 sec
·
Franklin Road Southwest
4
Turn left onto Williamson Road Southeast
0.2 mi
·
36 sec
·
Williamson Road Southeast
5
Continue on Williamson Road Northeast
0.3 mi
·
49 sec
·
Williamson Road Northeast
6
Take the ramp slight right toward I 581 North, US 220 North: Lexington, Bristol
0.2 mi
·
36 sec
·
I 581 North, US 220 North: Lexington, Bristol
7
Merge slight left
5.6 mi
·
7 min
8
Keep slight left to continue on I 81 South: Salem, Bristol
0.5 mi
·
39 sec
·
I 81 South: Salem, Bristol
9
Merge slight right
69 mi
·
1 hr 16 min
10
Continue straight
1.3 mi
·
1 min
11
Keep slight left
56 mi
·
59 min
12
Take the exit slight right toward US 58 Alternate, VA 75: Abingdon, South Holston Dam
0.2 mi
·
25 sec
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US 58 Alternate, VA 75: Abingdon, South Holston Dam
13
Turn right onto Cummings Street
0.8 mi
·
2 min
·
Cummings Street
14
At the end of the road, turn left onto Valley Street Northwest
0.3 mi
·
49 sec
·
Valley Street Northwest
15
At the end of the road, turn right onto Russell Road Northwest
0.9 mi
·
2 min
·
Russell Road Northwest
16
Turn slight right onto Porterfield Highway
10 mi
·
14 min
·
Porterfield Highway
17
Continue on US 19
1.9 mi
·
2 min
·
US 19
18
Turn left onto US Highway 58
15 mi
·
20 min
·
US Highway 58
19
Continue on Trail of the Lonesome Pine
348 ft
·
7 sec
·
Trail of the Lonesome Pine
20
Continue on Castlewood Drive
13 mi
·
17 min
·
Castlewood Drive
21
Continue on Norton Coeburn Road
6.5 mi
·
9 min
·
Norton Coeburn Road
22
Turn left onto Kentucky Avenue Southwest
3.0 mi
·
5 min
·
Kentucky Avenue Southwest
23
Turn right onto 11th Street Southwest
0.1 mi
·
25 sec
·
11th Street Southwest
24
Turn left onto Main Avenue Southwest
1.1 mi
·
2 min
·
Main Avenue Southwest
25
Turn right onto Junction Road
0.2 mi
·
33 sec
·
Junction Road
26
Turn left onto Kent Junction Road
7.8 mi
·
11 min
·
Kent Junction Road
27
Continue on East Main Street
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
East Main Street
28
Continue on West Main Street
489 ft
·
14 sec
·
West Main Street
29
Turn straight onto East Main Street
105 ft
·
5 sec
·
East Main Street
30
Arrive at your destination
Trip Plan
Morning Departure
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Evening Departure
A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 97.5 miles from Roanoke, VA, or about 2h 1m 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 43 miles or 53m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 97.5 miles or 2h 1m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 3h 19m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Appalachia, VA than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Roanoke, VA so your first major turns are already loaded.
+
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 Roanoke, VA
This is one driving day of about 194.9 miles and 4h 3m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 43 miles from Roanoke, VA.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Plan about 1 real break rather than only quick fuel stops.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 97.5 mi from Roanoke, VA · 2h 1m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
97 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 43 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 97.5 miles from Roanoke, VA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Appalachia, VA
The final approach into Appalachia, 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 Appalachia, 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
$30.48 one way
$60.96 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
68 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.34 | $33.32 | $66.65 |
| premium | $4.70 | $36.07 | $72.14 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $43.03 | $86.06 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$30
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$55–$80
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 68.2 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $20 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 58.5 | 0 | $20.46 | $9.36 |
| Efficient EV | 48.7 | 0 | $17.05 | $7.80 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 78 | 0 | $27.29 | $12.47 |
Gas CO2
68 kg
EV CO2
23 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
Appalachia, VA
Morning in Appalachia on Saturday
Local time
10:30 AM
EDT
Current temp
71°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
12 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
4h 3m on the road
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Roanoke, VA to Appalachia, VA covers 194.9 miles and takes about 4h 3m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are 1st Street Southwest, Franklin Road Southwest, Williamson Road Southeast. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 97.5 miles from Roanoke, VA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $30.48 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left. A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
Plan about 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, or rest. Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
Navigation is easy, but the length (4h 3m) means fatigue is the real challenge. The route is 0% highway with very few tricky spots, so this is more about pacing than navigation skill.
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Roanoke, VA to Appalachia, VA is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Roanoke, VA to Appalachia, VA does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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