Origin
Bassett, VA
Late night in Bassett on Tuesday
Local time
4:54 AM
EDT
Current temp
73°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Bassett, VA to Roanoke, VA
Pin this tripCompiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 21, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 12m
Distance
49.3 mi
79 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$8
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 7m
★
6 AM
1h 12m
8 AM
1h 24m
10 AM
1h 16m
12 PM
1h 15m
3 PM
1h 17m
5 PM
1h 23m
8 PM
1h 9m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Bassett, VA
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Roanoke, VA
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Trip Overview
This 49.3-mile drive from Bassett, Virginia, to Roanoke, Virginia, is a straightforward trip that can easily be completed in about 1 hour and 12 minutes. Given its short duration and manageable distance, it's ideal as a single-day excursion, requiring no overnight stops. The estimated fuel cost for this journey is around $8. You'll primarily travel on roads like the Virgil H Goode Highway and US 220. This route offers a mixed driving experience, making it a convenient and efficient way to travel between these two locations within the Southeast region of Virginia.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Virgil H Goode Highway | 23 mi | 33m |
| US 220 | 18.2 mi | 25m |
| Roy L. Webber Expressway | 3.6 mi | 4m |
| Fairystone Park Highway | 2.1 mi | 3m |
| Fairy Stone Park Highway | 1.2 mi | 1m |
| South Jefferson Street | 0.3 mi | 1m |
| Elm Avenue Southeast | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| Fairystone Parkway | 0.2 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Virgil H Goode Highway
— 23 mi, about 33m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Bassett, VA and Roanoke, VA.
1
Start on SR 673
265 ft
·
13 sec
·
Sunset Drive
2
Turn right onto County Road 673
111 ft
·
10 sec
·
County Road 673
3
Turn left onto VA 57
0.2 mi
·
16 sec
·
Fairystone Parkway
4
Continue on VA 57
2.1 mi
·
3 min
·
Fairystone Park Highway
5
Continue on VA 57
1.2 mi
·
1 min
·
Fairy Stone Park Highway
6
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
25 sec
Toward US 220 North: Roanoke
7
Merge onto US 220; VA 57
18 mi
·
25 min
·
US 220; VA 57
8
Keep slight left at fork onto US 220
23 mi
·
33 min
·
Virgil H Goode Highway
Toward US 220 North
Use the straight lane.
9
Continue on US 220
3.6 mi
·
4 min
·
Roy L. Webber Expressway
Toward US 220 North
10
Take the exit
0.1 mi
·
23 sec
Toward VA 24: Elm Avenue, Vinton
Use the slight right lane.
11
Turn left onto VA 24
0.3 mi
·
36 sec
·
Elm Avenue Southeast
Use the left / straight / right lanes.
12
Turn right onto VA 116
0.3 mi
·
1 min
·
South Jefferson Street
13
Turn left onto Kirk Avenue Southwest
379 ft
·
22 sec
·
Kirk Avenue Southwest
14
Turn left
115 ft
·
13 sec
15
Turn left
132 ft
·
9 sec
16
Arrive at destination
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
25 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
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 11 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 24.7 miles from Bassett, VA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 115 decision points cluster between mile 21.9 and 49.3 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
7
21.9 mi into trip
|
~31m in
|
US 220 / Virgil H Goode Highway
Keep slight left at fork onto US 220 / Virgil H Goode Highway toward US 220 North
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
Toward US 220 North
7
48.5 mi into trip
|
~1h 9m in
Take the exit toward VA 24: Elm Avenue, Vinton
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Toward VA 24: Elm Avenue, Vinton
5
48.6 mi into trip
|
~1h 9m in
|
VA 24 / Elm Avenue Southeast
Turn left onto VA 24 / Elm Avenue Southeast
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left / straight / right lanes.
5
49.3 mi into trip
|
~1h 11m in
Turn left
Navigation decision point
5
49.3 mi into trip
|
~1h 12m in
Turn left
Navigation decision point
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$7.71 one way
$15.42 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
17 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.34 | $8.43 | $16.86 |
| premium | $4.70 | $9.12 | $18.25 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $10.88 | $21.77 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$8
Estimated CO2 emission: 17.2 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $5 in charging · 0 stops · 65% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 14.8 | 0 | $5.18 | $2.37 |
| Efficient EV | 12.3 | 0 | $4.31 | $1.97 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 19.7 | 0 | $6.90 | $3.16 |
Gas CO2
17 kg
EV CO2
6 kg (65% 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
Roanoke, VA
Late night in Roanoke on Tuesday
Local time
4:54 AM
EDT
Current temp
85°F
Sunny
NW 12 mph
0% chance
Live forecast
73°F
Rocky Mount, VA
25 mi in
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
12 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
1h 12m on the road
The weather snapshot is not static. If you are leaving later, give both cities one more quick forecast check before departure.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
What kind of drive is this?
The drive features a 45% highway share, meaning you'll experience a blend of faster-paced travel and potentially slower, more local road conditions. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 23 miles on the Virgil H Goode Highway, offering a sustained period of travel. This route has a mixed profile, suggesting that you'll transition between different types of roadways, from expressways to potentially more winding or direct highway segments. It's not a monotonous interstate grind but rather a varied experience behind the wheel.
45% highway, the rest on surface roads — varied driving throughout.
16 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 23 mi on Virgil H Goode Highway.
How Hard Is This Drive?
6/10
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. You will hit about 11 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 21.9 miles in near US 220 / Virgil H Goode Highway.
Driving Effort
6/10
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 49.3 miles you will encounter 11 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 21.9 miles (US 220 / Virgil H Goode Highway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 48.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 48.6 miles (VA 24 / Elm Avenue Southeast): Lane positioning matters here.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 12m. Total distance: 49.3 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 12m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (45%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Scenic Drive
Mixed highway & surface route profile with national parks nearby.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 23 miles on Virgil H Goode Highway. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
It helps. This route has a higher-than-average number of complex decision points, which get harder in the dark. If the last hour of the trip is on surface roads or mountain grades, aim to arrive at Roanoke, VA before sunset when you can. Check the Trip Plan for departure windows that land you in daylight.
Yes. At under 2 hours behind the wheel, this works well for families — plan one quick stop if you have younger kids.
The main spots that need attention: at 21.9 miles (US 220 / Virgil H Goode Highway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 48.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 48.6 miles (VA 24 / Elm Avenue Southeast): Lane positioning matters here.
Yes — Booker T Washington National Monument. See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Roanoke, VA before heading back.
How this page is built
Compiled by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, EIA for fuel prices, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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