How far is Forest, VA from Roanoke, VA?
Distance by Flight
Shortest distance between Forest and Roanoke is 36.38 miles (58.55 km).
Flight distance from Forest, VA to Roanoke, VA is 36.38 miles. Estimated flight time is 00 hours 05 minutes.
Driving distance
The driving distance from Forest, Virginia to Roanoke, Virginia is: 42.5 miles (68.39 km) by car.
Driving from Forest to Roanoke will take approximately 00 hours 58 minutes.
#1 Forest
Census-designated place in Bedford County, Virginia, United States
| Population | 9106 |
|---|---|
| GPS Coordinates | 37°21'50"N 79°17'23"W |
| Latitude | 37.3637500 |
| Longitude | -79.2897500 |
| Altitude | 269 |
| 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 Forest and Roanoke
The distance between Forest and Roanoke is 68 km if you choose to drive by road. You can go 00 hours 45 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 Forest and Roanoke. The current time is 18:42:26.
| Average Speed | Travel Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01 hours 24 minutes |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01 hours 03 minutes |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00 hours 50 minutes |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00 hours 42 minutes |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00 hours 36 minutes |
| 75 mph (120.7 km/h) | 00 hours 33 minutes |
| 80 mph (128.75 km/h) | 00 hours 31 minutes |
Gas Consumption
A car with a fuel efficiency of 8.3 l/100 km will need 5.68 liters (1.5 gallon) of gas to cover the route between Forest and Roanoke.
The estimated cost of gas to go from Forest to Roanoke is $4.98 (diesel $6.44).
Virginia gas prices.
| Gasoline | Mid Grade | Premium | Diesel | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gallon | $3.32 | $3.76 | $4.12 | $4.29 |
| Total | $4.98 | $5.64 | $6.17 | $6.44 |
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 25, 2024.
How did we calculate the distance?
The place names are translated into coordinates to approximate the distance between Forest and Roanoke (latitude and longitude). Cities, states, and countries each have their own regional center. The Haversine formula is used to measure the radius.
