Origin
Roda, VA
Evening in Roda on Wednesday
Local time
7:32 PM
EDT
Current temp
67°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Roda, VA to Wise, VA
Last recalculated Apr 15, 2026
Drive Time
44m
Distance
21.8 mi
35 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$3
one way
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 41m
★
6 AM
0h 45m
8 AM
0h 52m
10 AM
0h 47m
12 PM
0h 47m
3 PM
0h 48m
5 PM
0h 52m
8 PM
0h 43m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Wise, VA
Pavan Sai .D
Trip Overview
The drive from Roda, VA to Wise, VA covers 21.8 miles and takes about 44m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on Kent Junction Road, US 23, Roda Road for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 7.8 miles on Kent Junction Road. At current regular gas prices, budget about $3.41 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
0 planned breaks
This drive is short enough that no stops are needed.
Midpoint
10.9 miles from Roda, VA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 26m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a 44m drive with frequent turns across 21.8 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 13 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Kent Junction Road is the longest continuous segment at about 7.8 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 5.9 miles in near US 23 BUS / East Main Street.
Route Complexity
4/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
This is a straightforward 44m drive. You will face about 9 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 5.9 miles (US 23 BUS / East Main Street): Navigation decision point; at 16.1 miles (12th Street Southwest): Complex interchange - multiple decisions in a short stretch; at 16.3 miles: Navigation decision point.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 9 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
5.9 mi into trip
|
~18m in
|
US 23 BUS / East Main Street
At end of road, turn right onto US 23 BUS / East Main Street
Navigation decision point
6
16.1 mi into trip
|
~35m in
|
12th Street Southwest
At end of road, turn right onto 12th Street Southwest
Complex interchange - multiple decisions in a short stretch
5
16.3 mi into trip
|
~36m in
Take the ramp
Navigation decision point
5
16.4 mi into trip
|
~36m in
|
US 23; US 58 ALT
Merge onto US 23; US 58 ALT
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
6
21.5 mi into trip
|
~43m in
|
West Main Street
At end of road, turn right onto West Main Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Kent Junction Road | 7.8 mi | 11m |
| US 23 | 3.9 mi | 5m |
| Roda Road | 3 mi | 11m |
| Callahan Avenue | 2.8 mi | 6m |
| Norton Road | 1.3 mi | 2m |
| Main Avenue Southwest | 1.1 mi | 2m |
| East Main Street | 1 mi | 1m |
| West Main Street | 0.3 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Kent Junction Road
— 7.8 mi, about 11m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Roda, VA and Wise, VA.
1
Start on SR 685
3.0 mi
·
11 min
·
Roda Road
2
Turn right onto VA 78
2.8 mi
·
6 min
·
Callahan Avenue
3
At end of road, turn right onto US 23 BUS
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
East Main Street
4
Continue on US 23 BUS
7.8 mi
·
11 min
·
Kent Junction Road
5
Turn right onto SR 621
0.2 mi
·
34 sec
·
Junction Road
6
Turn left onto Main Avenue Southwest
1.1 mi
·
2 min
·
Main Avenue Southwest
7
At end of road, turn right onto US 58 Alternate Business
0.1 mi
·
24 sec
·
11th Street Southwest
8
At end of road, turn right onto 12th Street Southwest
0.2 mi
·
31 sec
·
12th Street Southwest
9
Take the ramp
438 ft
·
10 sec
10
Merge onto US 23; US 58 ALT
3.9 mi
·
5 min
·
US 23; US 58 ALT
Use the straight lane.
11
Turn right onto US 23 BUS
1.3 mi
·
2 min
·
Norton Road
12
At end of road, turn right onto West Main Street
0.3 mi
·
56 sec
·
West Main Street
Use the right lane.
13
Arrive at destination
SR 640
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 10.9 miles from Roda, VA, or about 26m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 7.8 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 21.8 miles or 44m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 10.9 miles or 26m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 39m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Wise, VA than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Have your navigation ready before leaving Roda, VA.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Roda, VA
This is one driving day of about 21.8 miles and 44m.
At 21.8 miles this is a quick drive — no planned stops needed.
The longest stretch is on Kent Junction Road for about 7.8 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 10.9 mi from Roda, VA · 26m into the drive
Pacing Suggestions
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 21.8 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 10.9 miles from Roda, VA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Wise, VA
Allow a few extra minutes for the final approach into Wise, 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
$3.41 one way
$6.82 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
8 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.34 | $3.73 | $7.45 |
| premium | $4.70 | $4.03 | $8.07 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $4.81 | $9.63 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$3
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$28–$53
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 7.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $2 in charging · 0 stops · 63% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 6.5 | 0 | $2.29 | $1.05 |
| Efficient EV | 5.5 | 0 | $1.91 | $0.87 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 8.7 | 0 | $3.05 | $1.40 |
Gas CO2
8 kg
EV CO2
3 kg (63% 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
Wise, VA
Evening in Wise on Wednesday
Local time
7:32 PM
EDT
Current temp
46°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
44m 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 Roda, VA to Wise, VA covers 21.8 miles and takes about 44m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Kent Junction Road, US 23, Roda Road. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 10.9 miles from Roda, VA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $3.41 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 is a straightforward 44m drive. You will face about 9 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
The main spots that need attention: at 5.9 miles (US 23 BUS / East Main Street): Navigation decision point; at 16.1 miles (12th Street Southwest): Complex interchange - multiple decisions in a short stretch; at 16.3 miles: Navigation decision point.
The route from Roda, VA to Wise, VA does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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