Danville, VA Road Trips
With 4 routes heading out and 1 heading in, Danville, VA works well as a launching point in the Southeast. The route mix is balanced, with options ranging from 225-mile quick runs to 254-mile cross-state drives. Most routes from Danville, VA head north, giving the route network a clear directional lean.
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Trip Routes
5
Longest Drive
254.4 mi
Purcellville, VA
Quickest Drive
4h 33m
Front Royal, VA
Plan Around Danville, VA
Popular Incoming Routes
Useful if Danville, VA is the arrival point and you want the strongest routes into the city first.
Continue From Danville, VA
Good next legs if this city is only one stop in a longer road trip.
Trips from Danville, VA
Driving from Danville, VA
On average, trips departing from Danville, VA run 239 miles with a drive time of roughly 5h. This is long-haul territory. Most routes stretch past the 250-mile mark, so pack snacks and plan fuel stops. The longest mapped route runs 254 miles (5h 11m), while the shortest is just 225 miles.
Popular Destinations
Drivers leaving Danville, VA most often head toward Purcellville, VA (254.4 mi, 5h 11m), Falls Church, VA (245.4 mi, 5h 11m), Vienna, VA (233.3 mi, 5h 6m), and Front Royal, VA (224.5 mi, 4h 33m). Most destinations stay within the same state, perfect for exploring the local region thoroughly.
Planning & Costs
Regular gas in VA currently averages around $3.96 per gallon. For the typical 239-mile trip from Danville, VA, budget about $37 in fuel one way, assuming 25 MPG. Longer hauls and premium fuel will cost proportionally more.
Most trips take a half-day, so a morning start gets you there in time for lunch or an afternoon of exploring. Routes mostly head north. Summer trips benefit from long daylight hours, while winter departures should start early to maximize visibility.
Frequently Asked Questions
There are 4 mapped routes leaving Danville, VA and 1 routes heading into Danville, VA, covering 5 total connections. Distances range from 225 to 254 miles.
The longest mapped route from Danville, VA covers 254 miles and takes approximately 5h 11m. Shorter options start at just 225 miles.
The average route from Danville, VA runs about 239 miles with a drive time of roughly 5h. This includes both short day trips and longer multi-day drives.
At current gas prices (about $3.96/gallon for regular), the average 239-mile trip from Danville, VA costs roughly $37 in fuel one way, based on 25 MPG. Your actual cost depends on your vehicle's efficiency.
The most popular road trip destinations from Danville, VA include Purcellville, VA, Falls Church, VA, Vienna, VA and Front Royal, VA. Each route page has detailed drive times, fuel estimates, stop suggestions, and turn-by-turn directions.
Danville, VA by the Numbers
Recent demographic snapshot from the US Census Bureau's American Community Survey.
Population
42,239
Median Income
$42,778
Median Home Value
$110,200
Median Age
40.8
Source: US Census Bureau ACS 5-year (public domain). See our methodology for details.
Danville, VA at a Glance
Founded
1792
Elevation
531 ft
Area
44 mi²
Notable People from Danville, VA
A sampling of people born in Danville, VA.
Nancy Astor, Viscountess Astor
1879–1964
first female Member of Parliament to take her seat (1879-1964)
Tony Rice
1951–2020
American bluegrass musician (1951–2020)
Richard Jewell
1962–2007
American police officer (1962–2007)
Richard Benjamin Harrison
1941–2018
American pawnbroker and television personality (1941-2018)
J. Hamilton Lewis
1863–1939
American politician (1863–1939)
John B. Henderson
1826–1913
American politician (1826-1913)
Camilla Williams
1919–2012
American operatic soprano (1919-2012)
Johnny Newman
1963
American basketball player
William Lewis Cabell
1827–1911
14th, 16th and 20th mayor of Dallas (1827–1911)
Landmarks & Historic Sites
Attractions and heritage-registered places located in Danville, VA.
Danville
Amtrak station in Danville, Virginia, United States
Dan's Hill
historic home located near Danville in Pittsylvania County, Virginia
Main Street Methodist Episcopal Church South
church building in Danville, United States of America
Schoolfield School Complex
complex of historic school buildings located at Danville, Virginia
City data from Wikidata (Q511922), available under CC0. Photos from Wikimedia Commons under their respective licenses. See our methodology for details.
Traveler Guide to Danville, VA
Danville is a city of 40,000 people (2018) in the state of Virginia on the Banks of the Dan River close to the border with North Carolina. Founded in 1793 , Danville is perhaps best known for its role in the Civil War, when it was an important railroad stop for the Confederacy and became the last Confederate capital after Richmond fell to the North.
Danville has several historic districts, representing a variety of architectural styles. 1 Danville Museum of Fine Arts and History, 975 Main Street, ☏ +1 434 793-5644. Tuesday-Saturday 10AM-5PM, Sunday 2-5PM. Located in the William T Sutherlin Mansion, famous as the last capitol of the Confederacy for a week at the end of the Civil War. $10. (updated Apr 2017) 2 AAF Tank Museum, 3401 US Highway 29 Business. American Armored Foundation Tank Museum displays over 100 tank, cavalry, and artillery artifacts. Adults: $15. Seniors: $12. Children: $10. Veterans: $10. (updated Jan 2023)
Virginia International Raceway, 1245 Pine Tree Rd, Alton, ☏ +1 434-822-7700. This racetrack, 12 miles east of Danville, is the site of driving events for both amateurs and pros. 3.27 miles long, it offers numerous fun and challenging corners with a few long straights. There are wonderful facilities including garage suites for both you and your car. Hook up with a car club hosting an event there and you will have the time of your life. 1 Dan Dan Memorial Park, 900 River Park Dr. City park with baseball fields, picnic area, river walk trail, and most notably, a memorial to honor local war veterans. (updated Jan 2023) Anglers Park, 350 Northside Drive, ☏ +1 434 799-5215, [email protected]. Boasts a variety of mountain biking trails. (updated Feb 2017) Riverwalk Trail. Dawn to dusk. A trail along the Dan River for walking and biking (map available at the linked address). (updated Feb 2017) 2 Caesars Virginia Casino, 1100 W Main St, ☏ +1 434 483-4500. Open 24h. (updated Sep 2023)
Sleep Inn, 1483 South Boston Rd, ☏ +1 434 793-6090. This is a modestly priced hotel which is often used by participants at Virginia International Raceway. Totally acceptable. Gæstehuset i Danville, 327 West Main St (across the street from Averett University), ☏ +1 804 314-3412. Check-in: after 3PM, check-out: 11AM. Home-share facility bookable directly or through Airbnb and Booking.com. Rated very highly in customer reviews. Features a large master suite with private bath in a 1913 historic home near the center of town. $58. (updated Oct 2019)
The most convenient way to reach Danville is by car. Amtrak's Crescent train connects Danville with cities like New York, Philadelphia, Baltimore, Washington, Charlotte, Atlanta, Birmingham, and New Orleans. The 1 Amtrak station is situated at 677 Craghead Street. Trains depart and arrive late at night (11:24 pm, Southbound) or early in the morning (8:28 am, Northbound) (times as of January 2023), making this an inconvenient way to get to Danville in most cases. The nearest Greyhound station is in Greensboro, North Carolina, about an hour away by car or Amtrak.
The Danville Transit System provides bus service Monday–Saturday except some holidays.
Travel tips adapted from Danville (Virginia) on Wikivoyage, licensed CC BY-SA 4.0. Content summarized; visit the source for the full article. See our methodology for how we use it.
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