Frederick to Roanoke: Road Trip Guide & Distance

201.8 miles 324.8 km · straight line
252.3 miles estimated 406 km · driving distance
5h 5min estimated drive time
$24 - $30 estimated fuel cost
~54min flight time
224° SW bearing direction

How far is Frederick from Roanoke?

The distance from Frederick to Roanoke is 201.8 miles (324.8 km) as the crow flies. Roanoke is located SW of Frederick. By car, the driving distance is approximately 252.3 miles, taking about 5h 5min. A direct flight would take roughly 54min. Both are located in United States — Frederick in Maryland 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. 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 Frederick 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 Frederick to Roanoke

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 5h 5min $24 - $30 Flexible stops
Fly ~54min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~6h 6min $20–$38* Budget
Train ~4h 50min $30–$88* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Frederick & Roanoke

Quick Facts

Frederick
39.41°N, 77.41°W
America/New_York
87m 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 67 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 17 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 123.4 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients