How far is Alexandria, VA from Roanoke, VA?
Distance by Flight
Shortest distance between Alexandria and Roanoke is 189.83 miles (305.51 km).
Flight distance from Alexandria, VA to Roanoke, VA is 189.83 miles. Estimated flight time is 00 hours 29 minutes.
It takes 00 hours 26 minutes to travel from Alexandria to Roanoke with an airplane (average speed of 550 miles).
Driving distance
The driving distance from Alexandria, Virginia to Roanoke, Virginia is: 244.94 miles (394.19 km) by car.
Driving from Alexandria to Roanoke will take approximately 03 hours 47 minutes.
#1 Alexandria
A city in Virginia. It is located across the Potomac River from Washington, D.C. Alexandria is known for its many historic buildings, its many parks and green spaces, and its many attractions, such as the Torpedo Factory Art Center and the Alexandria Museum of Art.
| Population | 158726 |
|---|---|
| GPS Coordinates | 38°48'17"N 77°2'49"W |
| Latitude | 38.8048400 |
| Longitude | -77.0469200 |
| Altitude | 12 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Roanoke
The most populous city in Roanoke County, Virginia. It is located on the Roanoke River in southwestern Virginia. Roanoke is known for its many parks and green spaces, its many historical sites, and its many attractions, such as the Roanoke Museum of Art and the Taubman Museum of Art.
| Population | 99058 |
|---|---|
| GPS Coordinates | 37°16'15"N 79°56'29"W |
| Latitude | 37.2709700 |
| Longitude | -79.9414300 |
| Altitude | 285 |
| Country | United States |
Ending point in Roanoke: Kirk Avenue Southwest (-79.941424,37.271173)
Estimated Travel Time Between Alexandria and Roanoke
The distance between Alexandria and Roanoke is 394 km if you choose to drive by road. You can go 04 hours 22 minutes if you drive your car at an average speed of 90 kilometers / hour. For different choices, please review the avg. speed travel time table on the below.
There is no time difference between Alexandria and Roanoke. The current time is 19:31:54.
| Average Speed | Travel Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 08 hours 09 minutes |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 06 hours 07 minutes |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 04 hours 53 minutes |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 04 hours 04 minutes |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 03 hours 29 minutes |
| 75 mph (120.7 km/h) | 03 hours 15 minutes |
| 80 mph (128.75 km/h) | 03 hours 03 minutes |
Gas Consumption
A car with a fuel efficiency of 8.3 l/100 km will need 32.72 liters (8.64 gallon) of gas to cover the route between Alexandria and Roanoke.
The estimated cost of gas to go from Alexandria to Roanoke is $28.7 (diesel $37.1).
Virginia gas prices.
| Gasoline | Mid Grade | Premium | Diesel | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gallon | $3.32 | $3.76 | $4.12 | $4.29 |
| Total | $28.7 | $32.52 | $35.58 | $37.1 |
Take a look at our Gas Cost Calculator feature. It will figure out how much it will cost to drive this particular distance.
The average gas price (in Virginia ) per gallon of daily gas for calculations is $3.320 (Diesel $4.292) /gallon. Last changed prices on November 12, 2024.
How did we calculate the distance?
The place names are translated into coordinates to approximate the distance between Alexandria and Roanoke (latitude and longitude). Cities, states, and countries each have their own regional center. The Haversine formula is used to measure the radius.
Distance to Other Cities
Driving distance from Ashburn, VA to Alexandria 38.99 miles (63 km)
Driving distance from Burke, VA to Alexandria 14.57 miles (23 km)
