Burlington, North Carolina to Roanoke: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Burlington, North Carolina from Roanoke?

The distance from Burlington, North Carolina to Roanoke is 85.9 miles (138.2 km) as the crow flies. Roanoke is located NNW of Burlington, North Carolina. By car, the driving distance is approximately 107.4 miles, taking about 2h 10min. A direct flight would take roughly 40min. Both are located in United States — Burlington, North Carolina in North Carolina and Roanoke in Virginia.

This is a quick and easy drive, perfect for a day trip or weekend getaway. You can easily make the round trip in a single day. 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. Given the short distance, driving or taking a train is often faster and more convenient than dealing with airport security and flight boarding times.

Coordinates come from public place data for Burlington, North Carolina 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.