Danville, Kentucky to Roanoke: Road Trip Guide & Distance

266.2 miles 428.4 km · straight line
332.7 miles estimated 535.5 km · driving distance
6h 42min estimated drive time
$32 - $39 estimated fuel cost
~1h 2min flight time
94° E bearing direction

How far is Danville, Kentucky from Roanoke?

The distance from Danville, Kentucky to Roanoke is 266.2 miles (428.4 km) as the crow flies. Roanoke is located E of Danville, Kentucky. By car, the driving distance is approximately 332.7 miles, taking about 6h 42min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 2min. Both are located in United States — Danville, Kentucky in Kentucky and Roanoke in Virginia.

For a drive of this length, it's recommended to plan at least one quick rest stop to stretch your legs and grab a coffee. Heading East means you'll be driving into the sunrise if you start early. Keep your windshield clean for the best visibility.

Coordinates come from public place data for Danville, Kentucky 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.

How to Get from Danville, Kentucky to Roanoke

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 6h 42min $32 - $39 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 2min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~8h 2min $27–$50* Budget
Train ~6h 22min $40–$116* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Danville, Kentucky & Roanoke

Quick Facts

Danville, Kentucky
37.65°N, 84.77°W
America/New_York
300m elevation
Roanoke
37.27°N, 79.94°W
America/New_York
285m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 89 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 22 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 93.5 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients