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Trip from Roanoke, VA to Wyndham, VA

Compiled by the Trip.ovh editorial team · Last recalculated Apr 17, 2026 · Methodology

Drive Time

3h 21m

Distance

176.2 mi

284 km

Drive Score

8/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$28

one way

EV Charging

Excellent

28 DC fast

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 37 min
4 AM
3h 9m ★
6 AM
3h 22m
8 AM
3h 46m
10 AM
3h 30m
12 PM
3h 28m
3 PM
3h 31m
5 PM
3h 44m
8 PM
3h 14m

Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.

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independent city in Virginia, United States

Roanoke, VA

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Downtown Wyndham, VA, VA

Wyndham, VA

Eric Joseph

Trip Overview

The drive from Roanoke, VA to Wyndham, VA covers 176.2 miles and takes about 3h 21m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.

The route leans on I 64, I 81, US 220 for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 86.4 miles on I 64. At current regular gas prices, budget about $27.55 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.

Break Rhythm

1 planned break

A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.

Midpoint

88.1 miles from Roanoke, VA

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 40m into the drive .

Who Is This Route For?

Weekend Trip

Doable as a same-day drive at 3h 21m. Total distance: 176.2 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

3h 21m drive, comfortable solo distance.

First-Time Driver

Mostly highway driving (97%). Some complex stretches to watch for.

Drive Character

This is a 3h 21m highway drive covering 176.2 miles, with most of the trip on I 64 and I 81. The longest continuous stretch is about 86.4 miles on I 64.

Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 21 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
I 64 is the longest continuous segment at about 86.4 miles.

How Hard Is This Drive?

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 64 and I 81. You will hit about 16 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 0.1 miles in near 1st Street Southwest.

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 176.2 miles you will encounter 16 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 0.1 miles (1st Street Southwest): Navigation decision point; at 0.2 miles (US 221; US 220 BUS / Franklin Road Southwest): Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach; at 0.9 miles (US 220 BUS): Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.

Critical Maneuvers

5 of 16 key points

These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.

5
0.1 mi into trip | ~0m in | 1st Street Southwest

Turn left onto 1st Street Southwest

Navigation decision point

6
0.2 mi into trip | ~1m in | US 221; US 220 BUS / Franklin Road Southwest

Turn sharp left onto US 221; US 220 BUS / Franklin Road Southwest

Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach

7
0.9 mi into trip | ~2m in | US 220 BUS

Take the ramp onto US 220 BUS toward I 581 North, US 220 North: Lexington, Bristol

Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Use the slight right lane. Toward I 581 North, US 220 North: Lexington, Br...
9
6.7 mi into trip | ~11m in | US 220

Keep slight right at fork onto US 220 toward I 81 North, US 220 North: Lexington

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Use the straight lane. Exit 1N Toward I 81 North, US 220 North: Lexington
8
170.9 mi into trip | ~3h 10m in

Take the exit toward SR 623: Rockville, Manakin

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Use the slight right lane. Exit 173 Toward SR 623: Rockville, Manakin

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
I 64 86.4 mi 1h 33m
I 81 64.7 mi 1h 9m
US 220 13.1 mi 15m
I 581 5.6 mi 7m
Ashland Road 2 mi 3m
Old Wyndham Drive 1.2 mi 2m
Johnson Road 0.8 mi 2m
Quarry Hill Road 0.6 mi 1m
Longest stretch: I 64 — 86.4 mi, about 1h 33m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Roanoke, VA and Wyndham, VA.

1

Start on this road

285 ft · 26 sec · this road
2

Turn left onto 1st Street Southwest

0.1 mi · 34 sec · 1st Street Southwest
3

Turn sharp left onto US 221; US 220 BUS

0.2 mi · 26 sec · Franklin Road Southwest
4

Turn left onto US 221; US 220 BUS; VA 116

0.2 mi · 35 sec · Williamson Road Southeast
5

Continue on US 11; US 221; US 220 BUS; VA 116

0.3 mi · 48 sec · Williamson Road Northeast
Use the straight lane.
6

Take the ramp onto US 220 BUS

0.2 mi · 35 sec · US 220 BUS
Toward I 581 North, US 220 North: Lexington, Bristol Use the slight right lane.
7

Merge onto I 581; US 220

5.6 mi · 7 min · I 581; US 220
Use the straight lane.
8

Keep slight right at fork onto US 220

13 mi · 15 min · US 220
Exit 1N Toward I 81 North, US 220 North: Lexington Use the straight lane.
9

Continue on I 81

65 mi · 1 hr 9 min · I 81
10

Keep slight right at fork onto I 64

86 mi · 1 hr 33 min · I 64
Toward I 64 East: Richmond
11

Take the exit

0.2 mi · 31 sec
Exit 173 Toward SR 623: Rockville, Manakin Use the slight right lane.
12

Keep slight left at fork

61 ft · 7 sec
13

Turn left onto SR 623

2.0 mi · 3 min · Ashland Road
14

Turn right onto SR 685

0.8 mi · 2 min · Johnson Road
15

Continue on SR 685

0.6 mi · 1 min · Quarry Hill Road
16

Turn right onto VA 271

0.1 mi · 14 sec · Pouncey Tract Road
17

Turn left onto Old Wyndham Drive

1.2 mi · 2 min · Old Wyndham Drive
18

Turn right onto Wyndham Lake Drive

0.2 mi · 31 sec · Wyndham Lake Drive
19

Turn left onto Old Greenway Drive

130 ft · 6 sec · Old Greenway Drive
20

Turn right

411 ft · 30 sec
21

Arrive at 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 88.1 miles from Roanoke, VA, or about 1h 40m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 86.4 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 39 miles or 47m in

Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.

Halfway reset

Around 88.1 miles or 1h 40m in

This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.

Final approach

Final hour starts around 2h 41m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Wyndham, 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.

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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 Roanoke, VA

This is one driving day of about 176.2 miles and 3h 21m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 39 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.
The longest stretch is on I 64 for about 86.4 miles.

Where to Stop

Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.

Halfway Point

Midpoint

About 88.1 mi from Roanoke, VA · 1h 40m into the drive

Downtown Waynesboro, VA, VA

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Waynesboro, VA

88 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

Buchanan, VA

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 39 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Staunton, VA

Meal break

The midpoint is around 88.1 miles from Roanoke, VA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Before the longest stretch

Fuel check

Top up before I 64 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 86.4 miles.

Arriving in Wyndham, VA

The final approach into Wyndham, 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 Wyndham, VA.

These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.

Nearby Places

Restaurants, cafes, gas stations and more along your route.

Top Restaurant

bloom Restaurant & Wine Bar

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Roanoke, Virginia

Near the start, short detour

1 mi from route ~3 min detour $50 to $10

Hours: 5–9 pm

+15405663891

Visit website

Bob's Restaurant

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Vinton, Virginia

1.8 mi

Dogwood Restaurant

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Vinton, Virginia

2.5 mi

Top Coffee Stop

The Albemarle Bakery & Coffee House

4.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Roanoke, Virginia

Near the start, right off the route

0.5 mi from route ~1 min detour $1 to $10

Hours: 7 am–2 pm

+15409823842

Visit website

bloom Restaurant & Wine Bar

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

1 mi from route ~3 min detour $50 to $10

Roanoke, Virginia

Hours: 5–9 pm

+15405663891

Visit website

Bob's Restaurant

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

1.8 mi from route ~4 min detour $10 to $20

Vinton, Virginia

Hours: 10 am–10 pm

+15409820773

Visit website

Dogwood Restaurant

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

2.5 mi from route ~6 min detour $10 to $20

Vinton, Virginia

Hours: 7 am–10 pm

+15403436549

Visit website

Market Cafe

4.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, short detour

3 mi from route ~8 min detour $10 to $20 mile 176.2

Glen Allen, Virginia

Hours: 9:30 am–9:30 pm

+18049340144

Visit website

The Ivy Inn Restaurant

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, ~9 min detour

3.8 mi from route ~9 min detour $40 to $50 mile 113.3

Charlottesville, Virginia

Hours: 5–9 pm

+14349771222

Visit website

Mama Cucina | Italian Restaurant

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, ~10 min detour

3.9 mi from route ~10 min detour $20 to $30 mile 176.2

Glen Allen, Virginia

Hours: 11:30 am–2:30 pm

+18043463350

Visit website

The Grapevine Greek & Italian Restaurant

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, ~11 min detour

4.3 mi from route ~11 min detour $20 to $30 mile 176.2

Richmond, Virginia

Hours: 11:30 am–9 pm

+18044409100

Visit website

Satterwhite's Restaurant

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, ~11 min detour

4.5 mi from route ~11 min detour $10 to $20 mile 176.2

Manakin-Sabot, Virginia

Hours: 7 am–2 pm

+18047841994

Visit website

The Albemarle Bakery & Coffee House

4.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, right off the route

0.5 mi from route ~1 min detour $1 to $10

Roanoke, Virginia

Hours: 7 am–2 pm

+15409823842

Visit website

Oley's Cafe

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

3.3 mi from route ~8 min detour $10 to $20 mile 176.2

Glen Allen, Virginia

Hours: 8:30 am–2:30 pm

+18044243399

Corner Bakery

4.3 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, ~9 min detour

3.8 mi from route ~9 min detour $10 to $20 mile 176.2

Glen Allen, Virginia

Hours: 7 am–8 pm

+18044473766

Visit website

Publix Cafe

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, ~12 min detour

4.9 mi from route ~12 min detour mile 176.2

Glen Allen, Virginia

Hours: 9 am–9 pm

+18047996041

Rivian Waypoints

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

1.5 mi from route ~4 min detour

Roanoke, Virginia

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18337484267

Visit website

ChargePoint Charging Station

4.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the start, right off the route

1 mi from route ~2 min detour

Roanoke, Virginia

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18887584389

Visit website

Electric Vehicle Charging Station

2.0 ★ ★ ☆ ☆ ☆

Near the start, right off the route

0.2 mi from route

Roanoke, Virginia

Hours: Open 24 hours

+15403430585

Tesla Supercharger

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

3.3 mi from route ~8 min detour

Roanoke, Virginia

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18777983752

Visit website

Tesla Supercharger

4.3 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Early in the drive, short detour

2.8 mi from route ~7 min detour mile 50.3

Lexington, Virginia

Hours: Open 24 hours

Visit website

Blink Charging Station

1.0 ★ ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆

Near the start, right off the route

0.8 mi from route ~2 min detour

Roanoke, Virginia

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18889982546

Visit website

EVgo Charging Station

2.9 ★ ★ ★ ☆ ☆

Near the end, short detour

3.3 mi from route ~8 min detour mile 176.2

Glen Allen, Virginia

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18774943833

Visit website

EvGateway Charging Station

2.4 ★ ★ ☆ ☆ ☆

Early in the drive, short detour

3 mi from route ~7 min detour mile 50.3

Lexington, Virginia

Hours: Open 24 hours

+19499452000

Visit website

The Draftsman, Charlottesville, University, Autograph Collection Hotel

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, ~11 min detour

4.5 mi from route ~11 min detour mile 113.3

Charlottesville, Virginia

+14349848000

Visit website

Little Mod Hotel

4.2 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Around the midpoint, ~11 min detour

4.4 mi from route ~11 min detour mile 113.3

Charlottesville, Virginia

+14344433207

Visit website

Virginia Guesthouse Hotel

Around the midpoint, ~10 min detour

4 mi from route ~10 min detour mile 113.3

Charlottesville, Virginia

+14344002100

Visit website

Virginia Museum of Transportation

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, right off the route

0.3 mi from route ~1 min detour

Roanoke, Virginia

Hours: 10 am–5 pm

+15403425670

Visit website

Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.

National Parks Near This Route

Worth a detour if your schedule allows.

Booker T Washington National Monument

Booker T Washington National Monument

National Monument

Booker T. Washington was born a slave in April 1856 on the 207-acre farm of James Burroughs. After the Civil War, Washington became the first principal of Tuskegee Normal and Industrial School. Later...

16 mi from route ~39 min detour Free
View on nps.gov

Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$27.55 one way

$55.11 round trip

$3.97/gal 25.4 MPG avg 62 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.34 $30.13 $60.25
premium $4.70 $32.61 $65.22
diesel $5.61 $38.90 $77.81

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$28

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$53–$78

Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.

Estimated CO2 emission: 61.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

EV Charging Along Route

28 DC fast chargers · Coverage: excellent

Chik-fil-A - Tesla Supercharger

Lexington, VA

Tesla

12 DCFC

Wawa - Tesla Supercharger

Staunton, VA

Tesla

12 DCFC

Sheetz - Tesla Supercharger

Roanoke, VA

Tesla

8 DCFC

Sheetz - Tesla Supercharger

Salem, VA

Tesla

8 DCFC

Sheetz - Tesla Supercharger

Lexington, VA

Tesla

8 DCFC

Comfort Inn - Tesla Supercharger

Raphine, VA

Tesla

8 DCFC

Sheetz - Tesla Supercharger

Stauton, VA

Tesla

8 DCFC

Sheetz - Tesla Supercharger

Stuarts Draft, VA

Tesla

8 DCFC

Tesla: 9 ChargePoint Network: 5 eVgo Network: 3 Non-Networked: 3 RIVIAN_ADVENTURE: 2 EV Connect: 2 Electrify America: 2 Blink Network: 1 CHARGELAB: 1

Station data from NREL Alternative Fuel Stations database.

Driving Electric?

About $19 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 52.9 0 $18.50 $8.46
Efficient EV 44.1 0 $15.42 $7.05
EV Truck/SUV 70.5 0 $24.67 $11.28

Gas CO2

62 kg

EV CO2

21 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.

Forecast as of Apr 16, 2026

Origin

Roanoke, VA

Late night in Roanoke on Friday

Local time

2:48 AM

EDT

Current temp

79°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Wyndham, VA

Late night in Wyndham on Friday

Local time

2:48 AM

EDT

Current temp

50°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

29 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

3h 21m 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 Roanoke, VA to Wyndham, VA covers 176.2 miles and takes about 3h 21m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 64, I 81, US 220. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 88.1 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 $27.55 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. A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 176.2 miles you will encounter 16 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 0.1 miles (1st Street Southwest): Navigation decision point; at 0.2 miles (US 221; US 220 BUS / Franklin Road Southwest): Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach; at 0.9 miles (US 220 BUS): Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
The route from Roanoke, VA to Wyndham, VA does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.

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