Origin
Roanoke, VA
Late night in Roanoke on Sunday
Local time
3:47 AM
EDT
Current temp
59°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Roanoke, VA to Concord, VA
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 26m
Distance
63.2 mi
102 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$10
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 20m
★
6 AM
1h 26m
8 AM
1h 40m
10 AM
1h 31m
12 PM
1h 30m
3 PM
1h 32m
5 PM
1h 39m
8 PM
1h 22m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Roanoke, VA
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Concord, VA
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Trip Overview
This 63.2-mile drive from Roanoke to Concord, Virginia, is a manageable one-day trip, taking approximately 1 hour and 26 minutes. Primarily utilizing US 460 and passing along West Lynchburg Salem Turnpike and Blue Ridge Boulevard, this route offers a highway-focused experience. With an estimated fuel cost of $10, it's an economical option for a quick journey. Since there are no recommended overnight stops, you can easily complete this drive in a single day, making it ideal for a short excursion. The route stays within the Southeast region, connecting two points within Virginia.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| US 460 | 35.7 mi | 45m |
| West Lynchburg Salem Turnpike | 14.6 mi | 18m |
| Blue Ridge Boulevard | 5.5 mi | 7m |
| Orange Avenue Northeast | 2.9 mi | 6m |
| Challenger Avenue Northeast | 1.9 mi | 3m |
| Kimball Avenue Northeast | 0.7 mi | 1m |
| Blue Ridge Avenue | 0.6 mi | <1m |
| Village Highway | 0.5 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
US 460
— 35.7 mi, about 45m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Roanoke, VA and Concord, VA.
1
Start on this road
285 ft
·
26 sec
·
this road
2
Turn left onto 1st Street Southwest
0.1 mi
·
34 sec
·
1st Street Southwest
3
Turn sharp left onto US 221; US 220 BUS
0.2 mi
·
26 sec
·
Franklin Road Southwest
4
Turn left onto US 221; US 220 BUS; VA 116
0.2 mi
·
35 sec
·
Williamson Road Southeast
5
Continue on US 11; US 221; US 220 BUS; VA 116
0.2 mi
·
37 sec
·
Williamson Road Northeast
6
Turn right onto Kimball Avenue Northeast
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Kimball Avenue Northeast
7
Turn right onto US 221; US 460; US 220 Alt
2.9 mi
·
6 min
·
Orange Avenue Northeast
8
Continue on US 221; US 460; US 220 Alternate
1.9 mi
·
3 min
·
Challenger Avenue Northeast
Use the straight lane.
9
Continue on US 221; US 460
5.5 mi
·
7 min
·
Blue Ridge Boulevard
10
Continue on US 221; US 460
15 mi
·
18 min
·
West Lynchburg Salem Turnpike
11
Continue on US 221; US 460
0.6 mi
·
42 sec
·
Blue Ridge Avenue
12
Keep slight right at fork onto US 460
36 mi
·
45 min
·
US 460
Toward US 460 East
Use the straight lane.
13
Turn right onto VA 24
0.5 mi
·
58 sec
·
Village Highway
14
Turn left onto SR 609
73 ft
·
2 sec
·
Phoebe Pond Road
15
Arrive at destination
SR 609
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
32 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 14 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 31.6 miles from Roanoke, 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 85 decision points cluster between mile 0.1 and 27 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
0.1 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
1st Street Southwest
Turn left onto 1st Street Southwest
Navigation decision point
6
0.2 mi into trip
|
~1m in
|
US 221; US 220 BUS / Franklin Road Southwest
Turn sharp left onto US 221; US 220 BUS / Franklin Road Southwest
Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach
4
0.4 mi into trip
|
~1m in
|
US 221; US 220 BUS; VA 116 / Williamson Road Southeast
Turn left onto US 221; US 220 BUS; VA 116 / Williamson Road Southeast
Navigation decision point
4
1.5 mi into trip
|
~4m in
|
US 221; US 460; US 220 Alt / Orange Avenue Northeast
Turn right onto US 221; US 460; US 220 Alt / Orange Avenue Northeast
Navigation decision point
7
27 mi into trip
|
~40m in
|
US 460
Keep slight right at fork onto US 460 toward US 460 East
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
Toward US 460 East
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$9.88 one way
$19.77 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
22 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.34 | $10.81 | $21.61 |
| premium | $4.70 | $11.70 | $23.39 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $13.95 | $27.91 |
Estimated Tolls: $1.02
West Lynchburg Salem Turnpike
(14.6 mi)
$1.02
Toll estimates based on average 2024-2025 rates. EZ-Pass/SunPass discounts may lower the actual cost.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$10
Tolls
$1
Total
$11
Estimated CO2 emission: 22.1 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $7 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 19 | 0 | $6.64 | $3.03 |
| Efficient EV | 15.8 | 0 | $5.53 | $2.53 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 25.3 | 0 | $8.85 | $4.04 |
Gas CO2
22 kg
EV CO2
7 kg (68% 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
Concord, VA
Late night in Concord on Sunday
Local time
3:47 AM
EDT
Current temp
50°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
48°F
Bedford, VA
32 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
9 degrees cooler at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
1h 26m 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.
What kind of drive is this?
Expect a drive that is heavily influenced by highway travel, with 79% of the journey on higher-speed roads. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 35.7 miles on US 460, offering a good opportunity to settle into a rhythm. While predominantly a highway experience, the inclusion of West Lynchburg Salem Turnpike and Blue Ridge Boulevard suggests some variations in road type might break up the monotony. This route prioritizes efficient travel over extensive scenic detours.
79% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
15 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 35.7 mi on US 460.
How Hard Is This Drive?
4/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US 460 and West Lynchburg Salem Turnpike. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 0.1 miles in near 1st Street Southwest.
Driving Effort
4/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 1h 26m drive. You will face about 8 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (1st Street Southwest): Navigation decision point; at 0.2 miles (US 221; US 220 BUS / Franklin Road Southwest): Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach; at 0.4 miles (US 221; US 220 BUS; VA 116 / Williamson Road Southeast): Navigation decision point.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 26m. Total distance: 63.2 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 26m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (79%). Straightforward navigation.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 35.7 miles on US 460. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Expect about $1.02 in tolls one way, starting with West Lynchburg Salem Turnpike. Most Northeast and Midwest toll agencies accept E-ZPass; in the West and Texas, transponders like TxTag or FasTrak apply. If you do not have a transponder, cashless tolling plates will mail a bill to the vehicle's registered address — usually with a surcharge, so a rental-car toll pass is often cheaper than paying by mail.
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 0.1 miles (1st Street Southwest): Navigation decision point; at 0.2 miles (US 221; US 220 BUS / Franklin Road Southwest): Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach; at 0.4 miles (US 221; US 220 BUS; VA 116 / Williamson Road Southeast): Navigation decision point.
Yes — Appomattox Court House National Historical Park and 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 Concord, 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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