How far is Wytheville, VA from Asheville, NC?
The driving distance from Wytheville, VA to Asheville, NC is about 164.4 miles (264.5 km), with a travel time of about 03h 08m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 124 miles (199.5 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 06h 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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This drive is better planned with a longer stop or an overnight stay.
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 03h 08m.
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.
Census-designated place in Sullivan County, Tennessee
Route Weather Snapshot
Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.
Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Chance Rain Showers then Partly Sunny
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Wytheville and Asheville.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Wytheville and Asheville.
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Start on South 4th Street
1.3 mi · 2 min · South 4th Street
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Take the ramp left
1165 ft · 31 sec
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Merge slight left
89.4 mi · 1 hr 36 min
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Take the exit slight right toward I 26 East, US 23 South: Johnson City, Asheville
1086 ft · 26 sec
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Merge slight left onto James H. Quillen Parkway
46 mi · 55 min · James H. Quillen Parkway
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Continue on Liston B Ramsey Freeway
23 mi · 27 min · Liston B Ramsey Freeway
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Continue straight
2.3 mi · 3 min
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Take the exit slight right toward NC 251: University of North Carolina Asheville
1693 ft · 44 sec
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Turn left onto Broadway Street
1.5 mi · 3 min · Broadway Street
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Turn sharp left onto Bordeau Place
93 m · 17 sec · Bordeau Place
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Turn right onto Marcellus Street
94 m · 19 sec · Marcellus Street
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Turn left
14 m · 3 sec
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Wytheville and Asheville.
Interchange-aware route
The drive includes several ramps, exits, or merges, so checking the next few maneuvers before busy interchanges is useful.
South 4th Street
Merge slight left
89.4 mi · 01h 36m
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.
Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms leaving Wytheville and Chance Rain Showers then Partly Sunny near Asheville.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Wytheville to Asheville?
The road trip is about 164.4 miles (264.5 km) and usually takes 03h 08m 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?
Blountville is a useful midpoint, sitting about 82.1 miles from Wytheville and 82.2 miles from Asheville.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 124 miles (199.5 km), while the road route adds roughly 40.4 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 10:44 AM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $22.97 one way or $45.95 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 51.5 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms around Wytheville and Chance Rain Showers then Partly Sunny near Asheville.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Wytheville and Asheville. Straight-line distance: 123.96 mi (199.49 km).
#1 Wytheville
Town in Virginia, USA
| Population | 7,879 |
| Coordinates | 36.9484500, -81.0848100 |
| Altitude | 697 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Asheville
The most populous city in Buncombe County, North Carolina.
| Population | 92,852 |
| Coordinates | 35.6009500, -82.5540200 |
| Altitude | 649 |
| Country | United States |
End: Asheville (-82.55402, 35.60095)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 265 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 05h 28m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 04h 06m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 03h 17m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 44m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 20m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 02h 03m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.96 | $22.97 | $45.95 |
| Mid-grade | $4.43 | $25.69 | $51.38 |
| Premium | $4.78 | $27.71 | $55.42 |
| Diesel | $5.62 | $32.62 | $65.24 |
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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