Danville, Virginia to Petersburg: Road Trip Guide & Distance

118.7 miles 191 km · straight line
148.4 miles estimated 238.8 km · driving distance
2h 59min estimated drive time
$14 - $18 estimated fuel cost
~44min flight time · usually no direct flights
67° ENE bearing direction

How far is Danville, Virginia from Petersburg?

The distance from Danville, Virginia to Petersburg is 118.7 miles (191 km) as the crow flies. Petersburg is located ENE of Danville, Virginia. By car, the driving distance is approximately 148.4 miles, taking about 2h 59min. A direct flight would take roughly 44min. Both are located in United States.

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. 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 Danville, Virginia and Petersburg. 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, Virginia to Petersburg

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 2h 59min $14 - $18 Flexible stops
Bus ~3h 35min $12–$22* Budget
Train ~2h 50min $18–$52* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Danville, Virginia & Petersburg

Quick Facts

Danville, Virginia
36.59°N, 79.39°W
America/New_York
162m elevation
Petersburg
37.23°N, 77.40°W
America/New_York
22m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 40 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 10 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 209.8 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients