How far is Newport News, VA from Danville, VA?
Fastest route
The directions provided guide you from Newport News, Virginia to Danville, Virginia, covering a distance of 199 miles. The estimated travel time is 3 hours and 35 minutes via US-58 W. The suggested route avoids congestion on I-64 W.
Directions
- Start on Thimble Shoals Blvd from Newport News, Virginia.
- Proceed northwest on Town Center Dr toward Compass Point.
- At the traffic circle, take the 1st exit onto Thimble Shoals Blvd.
- Follow Jefferson Ave and US-258 S to State Rte 620 in Isle of Wight County.
- Use the left 2 lanes to turn left onto Jefferson Ave, passing by Little Caesars Pizza.
- Use the right 2 lanes to turn right onto Mercury Blvd, continuing onto US-258 S/Hwy 17 S/James River Bridge.
- Pass by Sonic Drive-In and Wendy's on the right, then turn left onto US-258 S/W Main St.
- Continue on US-258 S and turn right onto State Rte 620.
- Turn right onto US-460 W/General Mahone Blvd, continuing on US-460 W.
- Get on I-85 S in Dinwiddie County by turning left onto VA-40 W/W Main St and merging onto I-85 S.
- Follow I-85 S and US-58 W to South Boston Rd in Danville.
- Take exit 12B for US-58 W/VA-47 toward S Hill/Chase City, keeping left and following signs for US-58 BUS W.
- Turn right onto US-58 W/E Atlantic St/S Hill Bypass, and continue on US-58 W.
- Use the left lane to take the US-58 W/US-15 S/State Rte 49 S ramp to S Boston/Danville, passing by McDonald's.
- Follow South Boston Rd, River St, and Main St to S Ridge St.
- Continue onto South Boston Rd, then turn left onto Doctor M.L.K. Jr Mem Brg/Dr M.L.K. Jr Mem Brg/Main St.
- Finally, follow Main St and turn left onto S Ridge St.
Tips & Suggestions
- 🚗 Make sure to plan your journey in advance and check for any traffic updates or road closures.
- ⛽ Consider filling up your gas tank before embarking on the trip to ensure a smooth journey.
- 🗺️ Use a GPS or navigation app to assist you with turn-by-turn directions during the drive.
- 🚦 Adhere to traffic regulations and speed limits for a safe and stress-free journey.
- 🍴 Pack some snacks and water for the trip, as well as any necessary personal items.
- 💡 Take breaks whenever needed to stretch your legs and refresh yourself during the long drive.
- 📞 Keep emergency contact numbers handy in case of any unforeseen circumstances.
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Flight Distance
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 03h 41m.
An early departure helps you fit a real stop into the day without turning the return into a late-night drive.
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Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
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Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Newport News and Danville.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Newport News and Danville.
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Start on the route
25 m · 12 sec
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Turn left
126 m · 32 sec
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At the end of the road, turn right onto Thimble Shoals Boulevard
593 ft · 20 sec · Thimble Shoals Boulevard
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Turn left onto Diligence Drive
2366 ft · 1 min · Diligence Drive
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Turn left onto J Clyde Morris Boulevard
1.1 km · 1 min · J Clyde Morris Boulevard
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Continue on J Clyde Morris Boulevard
51 m · 10 sec · J Clyde Morris Boulevard
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Take the exit slight right toward I 64 West: Williamsburg, Richmond
1272 ft · 31 sec
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Merge slight left
46.7 mi · 51 min
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Take the exit slight right toward VA 106: Talleysville, Roxbury
1466 ft · 36 sec
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Keep slight left
46 m · 8 sec
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Turn left onto Emmaus Church Road
3.2 mi · 4 min · Emmaus Church Road
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Continue on Roxbury Road
13.3 mi · 18 min · Roxbury Road
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Continue on Jordan Point Road
1.9 mi · 2 min · Jordan Point Road
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Turn right onto James River Drive
2 mi · 2 min · James River Drive
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Continue on East Randolph Road
1.2 mi · 2 min · East Randolph Road
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Turn left onto Winston Churchill Drive
1.8 mi · 2 min · Winston Churchill Drive
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Continue on Oaklawn Boulevard
1909 ft · 27 sec · Oaklawn Boulevard
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Continue on Woodlawn Street
1 mi · 1 min · Woodlawn Street
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Continue on Oaklawn Boulevard
1.6 km · 1 min · Oaklawn Boulevard
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Continue on East Washington Street
4.3 mi · 5 min · East Washington Street
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Take the exit left toward I 85 South, I 95 South
2402 ft · 58 sec
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Keep slight left to continue on I 85 South, US 460 West: Durham
1087 ft · 26 sec
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Merge slight left onto Richmond-Petersburg Turnpike
55.8 mi · 1 hr 1 min · Richmond-Petersburg Turnpike
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Take the exit slight right toward US 58 West, SR 47: South Hill, Chase City
1104 ft · 27 sec
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Keep slight left to continue on US 58 West, SR 47: South Hill, Chase City
77 m · 9 sec
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Turn right onto East Atlantic Street
153 m · 13 sec · East Atlantic Street
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Continue on South Hill Bypass
3.5 mi · 5 min · South Hill Bypass
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Continue on Highway 1
3.2 mi · 4 min · Highway 1
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Continue on Highway 58
18.9 mi · 24 min · Highway 58
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Turn straight onto Clarksville Bypass
4 mi · 5 min · Clarksville Bypass
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Continue on Highway 58
18.8 mi · 24 min · Highway 58
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Continue on Philpott Road
19.7 mi · 26 min · Philpott Road
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Continue on South Boston Highway
5.3 mi · 7 min · South Boston Highway
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Continue on South Boston Road
4.2 mi · 7 min · South Boston Road
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Continue on River Street
3010 ft · 2 min · River Street
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Turn left onto Main Street
3075 ft · 1 min · Main Street
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Turn left onto South Ridge Street
32 m · 2 sec · South Ridge Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · South Ridge Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Newport News and Danville.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
Richmond-Petersburg Turnpike
Merge slight left onto Richmond-Petersburg Turnpike
55.8 mi · 01h 01m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A longer out-and-back drive
This is still possible in one day, but it becomes a long driving day. Leaving early and planning your stop window matters more here.
Sunny leaving Newport News and Sunny near Danville.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Newport News to Danville?
The road trip is about 201.3 miles (323.9 km) and usually takes 03h 41m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This is still possible in one day, but it becomes a long driving day. Leaving early and planning your stop window matters more here.
What is the halfway point on this route?
McKenney is a useful midpoint, sitting about 107 miles from Newport News and 94.3 miles from Danville.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 165.3 miles (266.1 km), while the road route adds roughly 36 extra miles because roads do not follow the straight air line.
When is the best time to leave for this route?
A good departure window is usually 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM EDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 9:38 AM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $28.12 one way or $56.25 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 63.1 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Newport News and Sunny near Danville.
Stop Ideas Near McKenney
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to McKenney.
Petersburg station
Richmond Main Street Station
Richmond Staples Mill Road station
Ashland
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Newport News and Danville. Straight-line distance: 165.38 mi (266.15 km).
#1 Newport News
The second most populous city in Virginia.
| Population | 179,062 |
| Coordinates | 37.0833900, -76.4696500 |
| Altitude | 6 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Danville
The seat of Pittsylvania County, Virginia.
| Population | 39,869 |
| Coordinates | 36.5859700, -79.3950200 |
| Altitude | 162 |
| Country | United States |
End: South Ridge Street (-79.39498, 36.586011)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 324 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 06h 42m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 05h 01m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 04h 01m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 03h 21m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 52m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 02h 30m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.96 | $28.12 | $56.25 |
| Mid-grade | $4.43 | $31.45 | $62.89 |
| Premium | $4.78 | $33.92 | $67.85 |
| Diesel | $5.62 | $39.93 | $79.86 |
Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.
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