Road Trips from Danville, VA
Looking for a weekend escape from Danville? You've got options ranging from quick half-day drives to longer journeys. Several routes offer a moderate drive time with access to historical parks, perfect for a day trip. For those willing to go a bit further, there are longer drives leading to coastal areas or expansive national parks. The terrain varies from gently rolling to flat, and the drive scores are consistently high, suggesting enjoyable routes.
Total Routes
8
Shortest
4.6h
With Parks Nearby
8
Weekend trip
8 total in this range
East Hampton, VA
4h 34m214.3 mi one way
A longer 4.6-hour trip to East Hampton, this 214.3-mile route has a high drive score of 9 and mostly surface roads. It's a strong contender for park enthusiasts, with Fort Monroe National Monument, Petersburg National Battlefield, and Colonial National Historical Park nearby.
Vienna, VA
5h 6m233.3 mi one way
This 5.1-hour drive to Vienna spans 233.3 miles, mainly on highways with a drive score of 9. It's one of the most extensive options, boasting access to Shenandoah National Park, Appomattox Court House National Historical Park, and Booker T Washington National Monument.
Arlington, VA
5h 11m246 mi one way
The longest drive at 5.2 hours and 246 miles, this route to Arlington uses a mix of highway and surface roads, earning a drive score of 9. It offers significant park proximity, including Petersburg National Battlefield, Potomac Heritage National Scenic Trail, and Appomattox Court House National Historical Park.
Hampton, VA
4h 33m221.8 mi one way
This 4.6-hour drive to Hampton covers 221.8 miles with a drive score of 9, using mixed highway and surface roads. It's a good choice for accessing multiple historical sites like Petersburg National Battlefield, Colonial National Historical Park, and Fort Monroe National Monument.
Falls Church, VA
5h 11m245.4 mi one way
At 5.2 hours and 245.4 miles, this drive to Falls Church mirrors the Arlington route in length and drive score (9), utilizing mixed highway and surface roads. It also provides access to Petersburg National Battlefield, Potomac Heritage National Scenic Trail, and Appomattox Court House National Historical Park.
Browse by Mood
East Hampton, VA
4h 34m214.3 mi one way
Vienna, VA
5h 6m233.3 mi one way
Arlington, VA
5h 11m246 mi one way
Hampton, VA
4h 33m221.8 mi one way
Vienna, VA
5h 6m233.3 mi one way
Arlington, VA
5h 11m246 mi one way
Hampton, VA
4h 33m221.8 mi one way
Falls Church, VA
5h 11m245.4 mi one way
When to Go
Spring
Spring offers pleasant driving conditions for routes featuring gently rolling terrain, with many destinations providing access to historical parks.
Summer
Summer is ideal for longer drives to coastal destinations like East Hampton or Hampton, with numerous national monuments and battlefields accessible.
Fall
Fall is excellent for exploring the numerous historical parks near Lynchburg and Christiansburg, under generally favorable driving conditions.
Winter
Winter drives are feasible on the primarily highway routes to Richmond or Colonial Heights, though park access may be limited.
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