How far is Buena Vista, VA from Harrisonburg, VA?
The driving distance from Buena Vista, VA to Harrisonburg, VA is about 63.1 miles (101.6 km), with a travel time of about 01h 02m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 56 miles (90.2 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 04m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EDT.
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This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 01h 02m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
You are leaving earlier than the recommended window, which gives you extra margin for breaks and traffic.
Halfway Point
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Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Buena Vista and Harrisonburg.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Buena Vista and Harrisonburg.
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Start on East 21st Street
135 m · 24 sec · East 21st Street
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Turn right onto Sycamore Avenue
147 m · 6 sec · Sycamore Avenue
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Turn straight onto Beech Avenue
2457 ft · 42 sec · Beech Avenue
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Turn left onto West 29th Street
1 km · 43 sec · West 29th Street
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Continue on East Midland Trail
2.7 mi · 3 min · East Midland Trail
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Take the exit slight right
1800 ft · 44 sec
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Merge slight left
32.4 mi · 35 min
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Keep slight left
24.3 mi · 27 min
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Take the exit slight right toward VA 253: Harrisonburg
1025 ft · 32 sec
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Turn left onto Port Republic Road
3246 ft · 2 min · Port Republic Road
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Turn right onto South Main Street
1.1 mi · 4 min · South Main Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · North Main Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Buena Vista and Harrisonburg.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
East Midland Trail
Merge slight left
32.4 mi · 00h 35m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A comfortable day-trip route
This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.
Slight Chance Rain Showers leaving Buena Vista and Chance Rain Showers near Harrisonburg.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Buena Vista to Harrisonburg?
The road trip is about 63.1 miles (101.6 km) and usually takes 01h 02m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Jolivue is a useful midpoint, sitting about 31.5 miles from Buena Vista and 31.6 miles from Harrisonburg.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 56 miles (90.2 km), while the road route adds roughly 7.1 extra miles because roads do not follow the straight air line.
When is the best time to leave for this route?
A good departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 4:26 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $8.83 one way or $17.67 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 19.8 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Slight Chance Rain Showers around Buena Vista and Chance Rain Showers near Harrisonburg.
Stop Ideas Near Jolivue
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Jolivue.
Staunton station
Charlottesville Union Station
Clifton Forge
Kemper Street station
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Buena Vista and Harrisonburg. Straight-line distance: 56.02 mi (90.15 km).
#1 Buena Vista
Independent city in Virginia, United States
| Population | 6,402 |
| Coordinates | 37.7343000, -79.3539200 |
| Altitude | 255 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Harrisonburg
The most populous city in Virginia.
| Population | 53,204 |
| Coordinates | 38.4495700, -78.8689200 |
| Altitude | 404 |
| Country | United States |
End: North Main Street (-78.868577, 38.449511)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 102 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 02h 06m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 34m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 15m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 03m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 54m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 47m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
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| Regular gas | $3.96 | $8.83 | $17.67 |
| Mid-grade | $4.43 | $9.88 | $19.75 |
| Premium | $4.78 | $10.65 | $21.31 |
| Diesel | $5.62 | $12.54 | $25.08 |
Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.
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