How far is Buchanan, VA from Roanoke, VA?

Distance by Flight

Shortest distance between Buchanan and Roanoke is 22.81 miles (36.7 km).

Flight distance from Buchanan, VA to Roanoke, VA is 22.81 miles. Estimated flight time is 00 hours 03 minutes.

Driving distance

The driving distance from Buchanan, Virginia to Roanoke, Virginia is: 29.47 miles (47.43 km) by car.

Driving from Buchanan to Roanoke will take approximately 00 hours 33 minutes.

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#1 Buchanan

Town in Virginia, United States

Population 1182
GPS Coordinates 37°31'38"N 79°40'47"W
Latitude 37.5273600
Longitude -79.6797600
Altitude 259
Country United States
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#2 Roanoke

The most populous city in Roanoke County, Virginia. It is located on the Roanoke River in southwestern Virginia. Roanoke is known for its many parks and green spaces, its many historical sites, and its many attractions, such as the Roanoke Museum of Art and the Taubman Museum of Art.

Population 99058
GPS Coordinates 37°16'15"N 79°56'29"W
Latitude 37.2709700
Longitude -79.9414300
Altitude 285
Country United States

Estimated Travel Time Between Buchanan and Roanoke

The distance between Buchanan and Roanoke is 47 km if you choose to drive by road. You can go 00 hours 31 minutes if you drive your car at an average speed of 90 kilometers / hour. For different choices, please review the avg. speed travel time table on the below.

There is no time difference between Buchanan and Roanoke. The current time is 09:49:44.

Average Speed Travel Time
30 mph (48.3 km/h) 00 hours 58 minutes
40 mph (64.37 km/h) 00 hours 44 minutes
50 mph (80.47 km/h) 00 hours 35 minutes
60 mph (96.56 km/h) 00 hours 29 minutes
70 mph (112.65 km/h) 00 hours 25 minutes
75 mph (120.7 km/h) 00 hours 23 minutes
80 mph (128.75 km/h) 00 hours 22 minutes

Gas Consumption

A car with a fuel efficiency of 8.3 l/100 km will need 3.94 liters (1.04 gallon) of gas to cover the route between Buchanan and Roanoke.
The estimated cost of gas to go from Buchanan to Roanoke is $3.45 (diesel $4.46).

Virginia gas prices.

Gasoline Mid Grade Premium Diesel
Gallon $3.32 $3.76 $4.12 $4.29
Total $3.45 $3.91 $4.28 $4.46

Take a look at our Gas Cost Calculator feature. It will figure out how much it will cost to drive this particular distance.

The average gas price (in Virginia ) per gallon of daily gas for calculations is $3.320 (Diesel $4.292) /gallon. Last changed prices on April 26, 2024.

How did we calculate the distance?

The place names are translated into coordinates to approximate the distance between Buchanan and Roanoke (latitude and longitude). Cities, states, and countries each have their own regional center. The Haversine formula is used to measure the radius.

Distance to Other Cities

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Driving distance from Hampton, VA to Buchanan 236.21 miles (380 km)

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Driving distance from Newport News, VA to Buchanan 228.59 miles (368 km)

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Driving distance from Norfolk, VA to Buchanan 251.89 miles (405 km)

Driving distance from Portsmouth Heights, VA to Buchanan 254.59 miles (410 km)

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Driving distance from Richmond, VA to Buchanan 157.78 miles (254 km)

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Driving distance from Virginia Beach, VA to Buchanan 266.44 miles (429 km)

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