How far is Fairfax, VA from Roanoke, VA?
Distance by Flight
Shortest distance between Fairfax and Roanoke is 179.98 miles (289.64 km).
Flight distance from Fairfax, VA to Roanoke, VA is 179.98 miles. Estimated flight time is 00 hours 27 minutes.
It takes 00 hours 24 minutes to travel from Fairfax to Roanoke with an airplane (average speed of 550 miles).
Driving distance
The driving distance from Fairfax, Virginia to Roanoke, Virginia is: 224.09 miles (360.63 km) by car.
Driving from Fairfax to Roanoke will take approximately 03 hours 26 minutes.
#1 Fairfax
Independent city in Virginia, United States
| Population | 23429 |
|---|---|
| GPS Coordinates | 38°50'46"N 77°18'23"W |
| Latitude | 38.8462200 |
| Longitude | -77.3063700 |
| Altitude | 131 |
| Country | United States |
#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 |
Ending point in Roanoke: Kirk Avenue Southwest (-79.941424,37.271173)
Estimated Travel Time Between Fairfax and Roanoke
The distance between Fairfax and Roanoke is 361 km if you choose to drive by road. You can go 04 hours 00 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 Fairfax and Roanoke. The current time is 07:07:49.
| Average Speed | Travel Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 07 hours 27 minutes |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 05 hours 36 minutes |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 04 hours 28 minutes |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 03 hours 44 minutes |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 03 hours 12 minutes |
| 75 mph (120.7 km/h) | 02 hours 59 minutes |
| 80 mph (128.75 km/h) | 02 hours 47 minutes |
Gas Consumption
A car with a fuel efficiency of 8.3 l/100 km will need 29.93 liters (7.91 gallon) of gas to cover the route between Fairfax and Roanoke.
The estimated cost of gas to go from Fairfax to Roanoke is $26.25 (diesel $33.94).
Virginia gas prices.
| Gasoline | Mid Grade | Premium | Diesel | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gallon | $3.32 | $3.76 | $4.12 | $4.29 |
| Total | $26.25 | $29.76 | $32.55 | $33.94 |
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 19, 2024.
How did we calculate the distance?
The place names are translated into coordinates to approximate the distance between Fairfax and Roanoke (latitude and longitude). Cities, states, and countries each have their own regional center. The Haversine formula is used to measure the radius.
