How far is Charlottesville, VA from Harrisonburg, VA?
Distance by Flight
Shortest distance between Charlottesville and Harrisonburg is 36 miles (57.94 km).
Flight distance from Charlottesville, VA to Harrisonburg, VA is 36 miles. Estimated flight time is 00 hours 07 minutes.
Driving distance
The driving distance from Charlottesville, Virginia to Harrisonburg, Virginia is: 61.89 miles (99.6 km) by car.
Driving from Charlottesville to Harrisonburg will take approximately 01 hours 01 minutes.
#1 Charlottesville
The capital of Virginia. It is located in the Piedmont region of the state. Charlottesville is known for its many parks and green spaces, its many historical sites, and its many attractions, such as the University of Virginia and the Thomas Jefferson Memorial.
| Population | 46950 |
|---|---|
| GPS Coordinates | 38°1'46"N 78°28'36"W |
| Latitude | 38.0293100 |
| Longitude | -78.4766800 |
| Altitude | 142 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Harrisonburg
The most populous city in Virginia. It is located on the Shenandoah River in the Shenandoah Valley region of the state. Harrisonburg is known for its many parks and green spaces, its many historical sites, and its many attractions, such as the Harrisonburg Historical Society and the Harrisonburg Museum of Art.
| Population | 53204 |
|---|---|
| GPS Coordinates | 38°26'58"N 78°52'8"W |
| Latitude | 38.4495700 |
| Longitude | -78.8689200 |
| Altitude | 404 |
| Country | United States |
Ending point in Harrisonburg: North Main Street (-78.868577,38.449511)
Estimated Travel Time Between Charlottesville and Harrisonburg
The distance between Charlottesville and Harrisonburg is 100 km if you choose to drive by road. You can go 01 hours 06 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 Charlottesville and Harrisonburg. The current time is 18:01:21.
| Average Speed | Travel Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 02 hours 03 minutes |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01 hours 32 minutes |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01 hours 14 minutes |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01 hours 01 minutes |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00 hours 53 minutes |
| 75 mph (120.7 km/h) | 00 hours 49 minutes |
| 80 mph (128.75 km/h) | 00 hours 46 minutes |
Gas Consumption
A car with a fuel efficiency of 8.3 l/100 km will need 8.27 liters (2.18 gallon) of gas to cover the route between Charlottesville and Harrisonburg.
The estimated cost of gas to go from Charlottesville to Harrisonburg is $7.25 (diesel $9.37).
Virginia gas prices.
| Gasoline | Mid Grade | Premium | Diesel | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gallon | $3.32 | $3.76 | $4.12 | $4.29 |
| Total | $7.25 | $8.22 | $8.99 | $9.37 |
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, 2025.
How did we calculate the distance?
The place names are translated into coordinates to approximate the distance between Charlottesville and Harrisonburg (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
Driving distance from Ashburn, VA to Charlottesville 108.49 miles (175 km)
Driving distance from Burke, VA to Charlottesville 104.93 miles (169 km)
