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

How far is Lexington, North Carolina from Roanoke?

The distance from Lexington, North Carolina to Roanoke is 101.5 miles (163.3 km) as the crow flies. Roanoke is located N of Lexington, North Carolina. By car, the driving distance is approximately 126.8 miles, taking about 2h 33min. A direct flight would take roughly 42min. Both are located in United States — Lexington, North Carolina in North Carolina 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. 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 Lexington, 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.