Rochester, New York to Salem, Virginia: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Rochester, New York from Salem, Virginia?

The distance from Rochester, New York to Salem, Virginia is 425.1 miles (684.1 km) as the crow flies. Salem, Virginia is located SSW of Rochester, New York. By car, the driving distance is approximately 510.1 miles, taking about 10h 16min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 21min. Both are located in United States — Rochester, New York in New York and Salem, Virginia in Virginia.

This is a solid day of driving. Be sure to take breaks every 2-3 hours to avoid driver fatigue, and plan your meals ahead of time. 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 Rochester, New York and Salem, Virginia. 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.