Trip from Wyndham, VA to Roanoke, VA

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

Drive Time

3h 20m

Distance

176.5 mi

284 km

Drive Score

8/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$28

one way

EV Charging

Excellent

12 DC fast

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 36 min

4 AM

3h 9m ★

6 AM

3h 21m

8 AM

3h 45m

10 AM

3h 29m

12 PM

3h 27m

3 PM

3h 30m

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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Wyndham, VA

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independent city in Virginia, United States

Roanoke, VA

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Trip Overview

This 176.5-mile drive from Wyndham to Roanoke, Virginia, is a straightforward journey that can easily be completed in a single day, taking approximately 3 hours and 20 minutes. With 97% of the route on highways, it’s a very efficient way to travel between these two Southeast Virginia locations. The estimated fuel cost is around $28, making it an economical option for a day trip. This highway-focused profile means you'll spend most of your time on major interstates, so plan for efficient travel rather than extensive sightseeing along the way. Consider this a practical transit route, well-suited for getting from point A to point B with minimal fuss.

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

88.2 miles from Wyndham, 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 20m. Total distance: 176.5 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

3h 20m drive, comfortable solo distance.

First-Time Driver

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

Drive Character

Expect a predominantly highway-focused experience on this route, with an impressive 97% of the journey taking place on major roads like I-64 and I-81. You'll encounter one significant stretch of 116.5 miles on I-64, allowing for sustained, uninterrupted driving. While the profile is largely interstate, the transition to US-220 as you approach Roanoke might offer a slight change in scenery and speed. Overall, the drive is characterized by its efficiency and speed, designed for covering distance quickly rather than exploring winding backroads.

Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.

There are about 18 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 116.5 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 15 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 5.7 miles in near I 64.

Driving Effort 5/10

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 176.5 miles you will encounter 15 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 5.7 miles (I 64): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 122.1 miles (I 81): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 169.8 miles (US 220): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.

Critical Maneuvers

5 of 15 key points

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

5.7 mi into trip | ~11m in | I 64

Merge onto I 64

Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here

Use the slight right lane.

122.1 mi into trip | ~2h 17m in | I 81

Keep slight left at fork onto I 81

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight lane.

169.8 mi into trip | ~3h 9m in | US 220

Take the exit onto US 220 toward I 581, US 220 South: Airport, Roanoke

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

Use the slight left lane. Exit 143 Toward I 581, US 220 South: Airport, Roanoke

175.7 mi into trip | ~3h 17m in | US 220 BUS

Take the exit onto US 220 BUS toward US 11 South, US 220 Business South: Downtown

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

Toward US 11 South, US 220 Business South: Down...

176.3 mi into trip | ~3h 19m in | South Jefferson Street

Turn left onto South Jefferson Street

Navigation decision point

Main Roads

Road	Distance	Duration
I 64	116.5 mi	2h 6m
I 81	47.7 mi	52m
US 220	5.9 mi	8m
Ashland Road	2.6 mi	4m
Pouncey Tract Road	1.4 mi	2m
Old Wyndham Drive	1.2 mi	2m
US 220 BUS	0.4 mi	1m
Wyndham Lake Drive	0.2 mi	<1m

Longest stretch: I 64 — 116.5 mi, about 2h 6m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

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

Start on this road

411 ft · 34 sec · this road

Turn left onto Old Greenway Drive

130 ft · 6 sec · Old Greenway Drive

Turn right onto Wyndham Lake Drive

0.2 mi · 28 sec · Wyndham Lake Drive

At end of road, turn left onto Old Wyndham Drive

1.2 mi · 2 min · Old Wyndham Drive

At end of road, turn right onto VA 271

1.4 mi · 2 min · Pouncey Tract Road

Turn left onto SR 623

2.6 mi · 4 min · Ashland Road

Take the ramp

0.2 mi · 26 sec

Merge onto I 64

116 mi · 2 hr 6 min · I 64

Use the slight right lane.

Keep slight left at fork onto I 81

48 mi · 52 min · I 81

Use the straight lane.

Take the exit onto US 220

5.9 mi · 8 min · US 220

Exit 143 Toward I 581, US 220 South: Airport, Roanoke Use the slight left lane.

Take the exit onto US 220 BUS

0.1 mi · 17 sec · US 220 BUS

Toward US 11 South, US 220 Business South: Downtown

Keep slight left at fork onto US 220 BUS

0.3 mi · 56 sec · US 220 BUS

Turn right onto Salem Avenue Southeast

0.2 mi · 30 sec · Salem Avenue Southeast

Turn left onto South Jefferson Street

477 ft · 20 sec · South Jefferson Street

Turn right onto Kirk Avenue Southwest

379 ft · 22 sec · Kirk Avenue Southwest

Turn left

115 ft · 13 sec

Turn left

132 ft · 9 sec

Arrive at destination

Trip Plan

Given the manageable 3-hour and 20-minute duration, this trip is ideal for a single-day excursion. You can leave Wyndham in the morning and arrive in Roanoke by midday. With only one recommended stop, you have plenty of flexibility. The longest uninterrupted stretch is over 116 miles, so plan your fuel and rest breaks accordingly, perhaps before embarking on that segment. The estimated fuel cost of $28 is a good budget to keep in mind. A practical tip: since most of this drive is on I-64 and I-81, be aware that these can be busy interstates, especially during peak commuting hours or holidays; departing slightly earlier or later can make for a smoother experience.

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 88.2 miles from Wyndham, VA, or about 1h 40m into the drive.

The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 116.5 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 88.2 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 42m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Roanoke, VA than in the middle of the route.

Before You Leave

Open the route before leaving Wyndham, VA so your first major turns are already loaded.

Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.

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 Wyndham, VA

This is one driving day of about 176.5 miles and 3h 20m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 39 miles from Wyndham, 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 116.5 miles.

Where to Stop

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

Halfway Point

Midpoint

About 88.2 mi from Wyndham, VA · 1h 40m into the drive

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

Lake Monticello, VA

Fuel and coffee

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

Waynesboro, VA

Meal break

The midpoint is around 88.2 miles from Wyndham, 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 116.5 miles.

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.

After long uninterrupted mileage, take five minutes before the last urban segment to reset and refocus on exits, merges, and city traffic.

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

National Parks Near This Route

Worth a detour if your schedule allows.

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 near mile 176.5

View on nps.gov

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

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$27.60 one way

$55.20 round trip

$3.97/gal 25.4 MPG avg 62 kg CO₂

Fuel Type	$/gal	One Way	Round Trip
midgrade	$4.34	$30.18	$60.36
premium	$4.70	$32.67	$65.33
diesel	$5.61	$38.97	$77.94

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: 61.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

EV Charging Along Route

12 DC fast chargers · Coverage: excellent

Tesla Supercharger

Roanoke, Virginia

Tesla

1 DCFC

Rivian Waypoints

Roanoke, Virginia

Rivian

1 DCFC

Tesla Supercharger

Lexington, Virginia

Tesla

1 DCFC

ChargePoint Charging Station

Roanoke, Virginia

ChargePoint

1 DCFC

EVgo Charging Station

Cave Spring, Virginia

EVgo

1 DCFC

Electric Vehicle Charging Station

Roanoke, Virginia

Other

1 DCFC

EVgo Charging Station

Glen Allen, Virginia

EVgo

1 DCFC

EvGateway Charging Station

Lexington, Virginia

Other

1 DCFC

Other: 4 Tesla: 2 ChargePoint: 2 EVgo: 2 Rivian: 1 Blink: 1

Station data from NREL Alternative Fuel Stations database.

Driving Electric?

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

Vehicle Type	kWh	DC Fast	Home Charge
Average EV	52.9	$18.53	$8.47
Efficient EV	44.1	$15.44	$7.06
EV Truck/SUV	70.6	$24.71	$11.30

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 15, 2026

Origin

Wyndham, VA

Late night in Wyndham on Friday

Local time

2:47 AM

EDT

Current temp

50°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Roanoke, VA

Late night in Roanoke on Friday

Local time

2:47 AM

EDT

Current temp

79°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 warmer at arrival

A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.

Road read

3h 20m 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 Wyndham, VA to Roanoke, VA covers 176.5 miles and takes about 3h 20m 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 88.2 miles from Wyndham, VA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.

At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $27.60 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.

The route from Wyndham, VA to Roanoke, VA does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.

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Best Time to Leave

Trip Overview

Who Is This Route For?

Drive Character

How Hard Is This Drive?

Critical Maneuvers

Main Roads

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Trip Plan

Before You Leave

Where to Stop

Pacing Suggestions

Arriving in Roanoke, VA

National Parks Near This Route

Booker T Washington National Monument

Fuel & Cost

Travel Intel

Wyndham, VA

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Same local time

29 degrees warmer at arrival

3h 20m on the road

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