How far is Roanoke, VA from University Center, VA?
The driving distance from Roanoke, VA to University Center, VA is about 222 miles (357.3 km), with a travel time of about 04h 20m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 183.4 miles (295.1 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 08h 40m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM EST.
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This drive is better planned with a longer stop or an overnight stay.
Flight Distance
Driving Distance
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Leave and Arrive Planner
Pick a departure time to see your estimated arrival and same-day return window.
Drive time stays fixed at 04h 20m.
An early departure helps you fit a real stop into the day without turning the return into a late-night drive.
You are leaving earlier than the recommended window, which gives you extra margin for breaks and traffic.
Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
The most populous city in Virginia.
Route Weather Snapshot
Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.
Patchy Fog then Mostly Sunny
Scattered Rain Showers
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Roanoke and University Center.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Roanoke and University Center.
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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
94.2 mi · 1 hr 43 min
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Take the exit slight right toward VA 7: Winchester, Berryville
1055 ft · 26 sec
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Keep slight left
95 m · 10 sec
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Turn left onto Berryville Pike
3.5 mi · 5 min · Berryville Pike
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Continue on Harry Byrd Highway
13.6 mi · 19 min · Harry Byrd Highway
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Continue on Leesburg Pike
17.5 mi · 24 min · Leesburg Pike
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Continue on Leesburg Bypass
1.5 mi · 2 min · Leesburg Bypass
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Take the exit slight right toward VA 7 East: Tysons Corner
1296 ft · 37 sec
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Merge slight left onto East Market Street
1.6 mi · 2 min · East Market Street
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Continue on Leesburg Pike
4 mi · 5 min · Leesburg Pike
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Take the exit slight right toward VA 607, VA 2401: Loudoun County Parkway
1371 ft · 34 sec
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Keep slight left to continue on VA 607 North: Loudoun County Parkway
128 m · 13 sec
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Turn left onto Loudoun County Parkway
1597 ft · 35 sec · Loudoun County Parkway
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Turn right onto George Washington Boulevard
2581 ft · 55 sec · George Washington Boulevard
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · George Washington Boulevard
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Roanoke and University Center.
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
94.2 mi · 01h 43m
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.
Patchy Fog then Mostly Sunny leaving Roanoke and Scattered Rain Showers near University Center.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Roanoke to University Center?
The road trip is about 222 miles (357.3 km) and usually takes 04h 20m 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?
Harrisonburg is a useful midpoint, sitting about 111 miles from Roanoke and 111 miles from University Center.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 183.4 miles (295.1 km), while the road route adds roughly 38.6 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 EST. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 8:20 AM EST.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $30.71 one way or $61.42 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 69.7 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Patchy Fog then Mostly Sunny around Roanoke and Scattered Rain Showers near University Center.
Stop Ideas Near Harrisonburg
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 Harrisonburg.
Staunton station
Charlottesville Union Station
Culpeper station
Clifton Forge
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Roanoke and University Center. Straight-line distance: 183.38 mi (295.12 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 University Center
University Center is a place in Virginia, United States.
| Population | 0 |
| Coordinates | 39.0570500, -77.4441500 |
| Altitude | 79 |
| Country | United States |
End: University Center (-77.44415, 39.05705)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 357 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 07h 23m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 05h 33m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 04h 26m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 03h 42m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 03h 10m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 02h 46m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.92 | $30.71 | $61.42 |
| Mid-grade | $4.41 | $34.61 | $69.21 |
| Premium | $4.82 | $37.80 | $75.59 |
| Diesel | $6.20 | $48.58 | $97.15 |
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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