How far is Charlottesville, VA from Lynchburg, VA?
Distance by Flight
Shortest distance between Charlottesville and Lynchburg is 55.96 miles (90.07 km).
Flight distance from Charlottesville, VA to Lynchburg, VA is 55.96 miles. Estimated flight time is 00 hours 08 minutes.
It takes 00 hours 07 minutes to travel from Charlottesville to Lynchburg with an airplane (average speed of 550 miles).
Driving distance
The driving distance from Charlottesville, Virginia to Lynchburg, Virginia is: 68.02 miles (109.47 km) by car.
Driving from Charlottesville to Lynchburg will take approximately 01 hours 12 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 Lynchburg
The most populous city in Lynchburg, Virginia. It is located in the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains in central Virginia. Lynchburg is known for its many parks and green spaces, its many historical sites
| Population | 81561 |
|---|---|
| GPS Coordinates | 37°24'50"N 79°8'32"W |
| Latitude | 37.4137500 |
| Longitude | -79.1422500 |
| Altitude | 192 |
| Country | United States |
Ending point in Lynchburg: 10th Street (-79.142183,37.413677)
Estimated Travel Time Between Charlottesville and Lynchburg
The distance between Charlottesville and Lynchburg is 109 km if you choose to drive by road. You can go 01 hours 12 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 Lynchburg. The current time is 13:36:20.
| Average Speed | Travel Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 02 hours 15 minutes |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01 hours 42 minutes |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01 hours 21 minutes |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01 hours 08 minutes |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00 hours 58 minutes |
| 75 mph (120.7 km/h) | 00 hours 54 minutes |
| 80 mph (128.75 km/h) | 00 hours 50 minutes |
Gas Consumption
A car with a fuel efficiency of 8.3 l/100 km will need 9.09 liters (2.4 gallon) of gas to cover the route between Charlottesville and Lynchburg.
The estimated cost of gas to go from Charlottesville to Lynchburg is $7.97 (diesel $10.3).
Virginia gas prices.
| Gasoline | Mid Grade | Premium | Diesel | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gallon | $3.32 | $3.76 | $4.12 | $4.29 |
| Total | $7.97 | $9.03 | $9.88 | $10.3 |
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 May 12, 2025.
How did we calculate the distance?
The place names are translated into coordinates to approximate the distance between Charlottesville and Lynchburg (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)
