Origin
Roanoke, VA
Late night in Roanoke on Sunday
Local time
12:55 AM
EDT
Current temp
59°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Roanoke, VA to Fairlawn, 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
58.4 mi
94 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$9
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 20m
★
6 AM
1h 26m
8 AM
1h 39m
10 AM
1h 31m
12 PM
1h 29m
3 PM
1h 31m
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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Fairlawn, VA
Eric Joseph
Trip Overview
Roanoke, VA to Fairlawn, VA is 58.4 miles and takes about 1 hour 26 minutes via Botetourt Road and US 220, with a fuel budget near $9 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This trip stays within Virginia, moving from the Southeast region to the Southeast region. Expect a local driving experience with frequent turns, so keep your focus on the road. With a drive time under two hours, this route is ideal for a single-day excursion, offering a straightforward connection between these two points.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Botetourt Road | 23.8 mi | 33m |
| US 220 | 11.1 mi | 12m |
| Roanoke Road | 8.5 mi | 11m |
| Cloverdale Road | 5 mi | 6m |
| Orange Avenue Northeast | 2.9 mi | 6m |
| Market Avenue | 2.5 mi | 4m |
| Challenger Avenue Northeast | 1.6 mi | 3m |
| Kimball Avenue Northeast | 0.7 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
Botetourt Road
— 23.8 mi, about 33m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Roanoke, VA and Fairlawn, 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
1.6 mi
·
3 min
·
Challenger Avenue Northeast
9
Turn left onto US 220 Alt
5.0 mi
·
6 min
·
Cloverdale Road
Use the left lane.
10
Continue on US 220
8.5 mi
·
11 min
·
Roanoke Road
11
Continue on US 220
24 mi
·
33 min
·
Botetourt Road
12
Continue on US 220
2.5 mi
·
4 min
·
Market Avenue
13
Continue on US 220; US 60 Business
0.2 mi
·
25 sec
·
Douthat Road
14
Turn left onto US 220
11 mi
·
12 min
·
US 220
15
Take the exit onto US 60; US 220
0.3 mi
·
40 sec
·
US 60; US 220
Toward US 60 West, US 220 North: Covington, Hot Springs
16
Turn left onto US 60; US 220
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
East Madison Street
17
Turn left onto South Carlton Drive
385 ft
·
25 sec
·
South Carlton Drive
18
Turn right onto East Scotland Road
0.2 mi
·
51 sec
·
East Scotland Road
19
Arrive at destination
East Scotland Road
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
29 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 13 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 29.2 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 115 decision points cluster between mile 0.1 and 58.1 — 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
5
6.1 mi into trip
|
~13m in
|
US 220 Alt / Cloverdale Road
Turn left onto US 220 Alt / Cloverdale Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
5
57.2 mi into trip
|
~1h 23m in
|
US 60; US 220
Take the exit onto US 60; US 220 toward US 60 West, US 220 North: Covington, Hot Springs
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward US 60 West, US 220 North: Covington, Hot...
5
58.1 mi into trip
|
~1h 25m in
|
East Scotland Road
Turn right onto East Scotland Road
Navigation decision point
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$9.13 one way
$18.26 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
20 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.34 | $9.99 | $19.97 |
| premium | $4.70 | $10.81 | $21.62 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $12.89 | $25.79 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$9
Estimated CO2 emission: 20.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $6 in charging · 0 stops · 65% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 17.5 | 0 | $6.13 | $2.80 |
| Efficient EV | 14.6 | 0 | $5.11 | $2.34 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 23.4 | 0 | $8.18 | $3.74 |
Gas CO2
20 kg
EV CO2
7 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
Fairlawn, VA
Late night in Fairlawn on Sunday
Local time
12:55 AM
EDT
Current temp
46°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
49°F
Buchanan, VA
29 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
13 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?
This route is characterized as a 'Turn-heavy local drive,' suggesting you'll be navigating numerous intersections and changes in direction. Only 20% of the journey is on highways, meaning the majority of your time will be spent on local roads. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 23.8 miles on Botetourt Road, giving you a brief period of more consistent driving before the turns resume. Be prepared for a dynamic driving experience that requires constant attention to navigation.
Only 20% highway — the rest is turn-by-turn surface driving.
19 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 23.8 mi on Botetourt Road.
How Hard Is This Drive?
3/10
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. 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
3/10
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 11 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 6.1 miles (US 220 Alt / Cloverdale Road): Lane positioning matters here.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 26m. Total distance: 58.4 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 (20%). Straightforward navigation.
Scenic Drive
Mostly surface roads route profile.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 23.8 miles on Botetourt Road. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
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 6.1 miles (US 220 Alt / Cloverdale Road): Lane positioning matters here.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Fairlawn, 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, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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