How far is Gretna, VA from Roanoke, VA?
Distance by Flight
Shortest distance between Gretna and Roanoke is 38.87 miles (62.55 km).
Flight distance from Gretna, VA to Roanoke, VA is 38.87 miles. Estimated flight time is 00 hours 06 minutes.
Driving distance
The driving distance from Gretna, Virginia to Roanoke, Virginia is: 49.97 miles (80.43 km) by car.
Driving from Gretna to Roanoke will take approximately 01 hours 10 minutes.
#1 Gretna
Town of the United States
| Population | 1179 |
|---|---|
| GPS Coordinates | 36°57'14"N 79°21'32"W |
| Latitude | 36.9537500 |
| Longitude | -79.3589100 |
| Altitude | 256 |
| 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 Gretna and Roanoke
The distance between Gretna and Roanoke is 80 km if you choose to drive by road. You can go 00 hours 53 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 Gretna and Roanoke. The current time is 01:10:42.
| Average Speed | Travel Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01 hours 39 minutes |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01 hours 14 minutes |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00 hours 59 minutes |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00 hours 49 minutes |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00 hours 42 minutes |
| 75 mph (120.7 km/h) | 00 hours 39 minutes |
| 80 mph (128.75 km/h) | 00 hours 37 minutes |
Gas Consumption
A car with a fuel efficiency of 8.3 l/100 km will need 6.68 liters (1.76 gallon) of gas to cover the route between Gretna and Roanoke.
The estimated cost of gas to go from Gretna to Roanoke is $5.85 (diesel $7.57).
Virginia gas prices.
| Gasoline | Mid Grade | Premium | Diesel | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gallon | $3.32 | $3.76 | $4.12 | $4.29 |
| Total | $5.85 | $6.64 | $7.26 | $7.57 |
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 29, 2024.
How did we calculate the distance?
The place names are translated into coordinates to approximate the distance between Gretna and Roanoke (latitude and longitude). Cities, states, and countries each have their own regional center. The Haversine formula is used to measure the radius.
