Albany, New York to Roanoke: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Albany, New York from Roanoke?

The distance from Albany, New York to Roanoke is 495.2 miles (797 km) as the crow flies. Roanoke is located SW of Albany, New York. By car, the driving distance is approximately 594.3 miles, taking about 11h 57min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 30min. Both are located in United States — Albany, New York in New York and Roanoke in Virginia.

This is a solid day of driving. Be sure to take breaks every 2-3 hours to avoid driver fatigue, and plan your meals ahead of time. Since you'll be heading mostly West, pack a good pair of sunglasses if you plan to drive during the late afternoon to avoid the harsh sun glare.

Coordinates come from public place data for Albany, New York and Roanoke. The driving distance is estimated from straight-line distance with a road-factor model, so confirm the route in your navigation app. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.