How far is Roanoke, VA from Groveton, VA?
The driving distance from Roanoke, VA to Groveton, VA is about 243.7 miles (392.2 km), with a travel time of about 04h 38m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 186.7 miles (300.5 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 09h 16m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM EDT.
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Drive time stays fixed at 04h 38m.
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Roanoke and Groveton.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Roanoke and Groveton.
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Start on the route
87 m · 26 sec
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Turn left onto 1st Street Southwest
602 ft · 34 sec · 1st Street Southwest
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Turn sharp left onto Franklin Road Southwest
1304 ft · 27 sec · Franklin Road Southwest
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Turn left onto Williamson Road Southeast
990 ft · 36 sec · Williamson Road Southeast
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Continue on Williamson Road Northeast
1625 ft · 49 sec · Williamson Road Northeast
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Take the ramp slight right toward I 581 North, US 220 North: Lexington, Bristol
878 ft · 36 sec
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Merge slight left
5.6 mi · 8 min
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Keep slight right to continue on I 81 North, US 220 North: Lexington
13.1 mi · 15 min
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Continue straight
64.7 mi · 1 hr 10 min
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Keep slight left
78.9 mi · 1 hr 26 min
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Take the exit slight right toward I 66 East: Front Royal, Washington
1920 ft · 47 sec
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Continue straight
42.8 mi · 46 min
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Keep slight right
21.4 mi · 26 min
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Take the exit slight right toward I 495 South: Richmond, Alexandria
2186 ft · 42 sec
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Merge slight left onto Capital Beltway
12.1 mi · 15 min · Capital Beltway
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Keep slight right to continue on Capital Beltway (Local)
2650 ft · 41 sec · Capital Beltway (Local)
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Take the exit slight right toward VA 241 South, SR 611 South: North Kings Highway, Telegraph Road
698 ft · 17 sec
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Keep slight right to continue on VA 241 South, SR 611 South: North Kings Highway, Telegraph Road
598 ft · 15 sec
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Keep slight left to continue on VA 241 South: North Kings Highway
788 ft · 19 sec
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Turn straight onto VA 241 South: North Kings Highway
1.1 mi · 3 min
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Continue on North Kings Highway
158 m · 19 sec · North Kings Highway
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Turn right onto Richmond Highway
1.1 mi · 2 min · Richmond Highway
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Turn right onto Clayborne Avenue
128 m · 18 sec · Clayborne Avenue
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Clayborne Avenue
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Roanoke and Groveton.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
I 81 North
Keep slight left
78.9 mi · 01h 26m
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.
Chance Rain Showers leaving Roanoke and Rain Showers near Groveton.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Roanoke to Groveton?
The road trip is about 243.7 miles (392.2 km) and usually takes 04h 38m 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?
Broadway is a useful midpoint, sitting about 121.8 miles from Roanoke and 121.9 miles from Groveton.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 186.7 miles (300.5 km), while the road route adds roughly 57 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 7:44 AM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $34.06 one way or $68.13 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 76.4 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
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Stop Ideas Near Broadway
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Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Broadway.
Staunton station
Charlottesville Union Station
Culpeper station
Cumberland station
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Roanoke and Groveton. Straight-line distance: 186.72 mi (300.49 km).
#1 Roanoke
The most populous city in Roanoke County, Virginia.
| Population | 99,058 |
| Coordinates | 37.2709700, -79.9414300 |
| Altitude | 285 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Groveton
County seat of Trinity County, Texas, United States
| Population | 14,598 |
| Coordinates | 38.7673400, -77.0847000 |
| Altitude | 60 |
| Country | United States |
End: Groveton (-77.0847, 38.76734)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 392 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 08h 07m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 06h 05m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 04h 52m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 04h 03m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 03h 28m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 03h 02m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
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| Regular gas | $3.96 | $34.06 | $68.13 |
| Mid-grade | $4.43 | $38.09 | $76.18 |
| Premium | $4.78 | $41.09 | $82.18 |
| Diesel | $5.62 | $48.37 | $96.73 |
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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