Virginia road trips
Best Road Trips in Virginia
20 popular Virginia drives with distance, driving time, EV-friendliness and gas cost at the state's estimated $3.15/gal.
Editor's picks
Top Virginia Drives Right Now
Curated short-distance Virginia routes — the most popular, lowest-cost picks.
Raleigh, NC → Richmond, VA
164 mi · 2.6 h · ~$18 gas
Roanoke, VA → Raleigh, NC
148 mi · 2.4 h · ~$17 gas
Richmond, VA → Baltimore, MD
152 mi · 2.5 h · ~$17 gas
Washington, DC → Virginia Beach, VA
181 mi · 2.9 h · ~$20 gas
Virginia Beach, VA → Richmond, VA
110 mi · 1.8 h · ~$12 gas
Roanoke, VA → Washington, DC
229 mi · 3.7 h · ~$26 gas
Our Virginia road trip ranking method
Routes are ranked by traveler popularity between Virginia metros and major destinations, with distance, driving time and current $3.15/gal fuel cost calculated for every drive.
- Distance: city-center to city-center with a 1.18× road-curvature factor.
- Fuel cost: 28 MPG baseline × $3.15/gal Virginia regular.
- Popularity: traveler-intent signals between major Virginia origins and destinations.
- EV practicality: regional DC fast-charging coverage flagged per route.
Boston → Roanoke
The headline Virginia road trip — 693 miles, about 11.2 hours of driving and roughly $78 in gas at $3.15/gal.
More top Virginia drives (19)
Boston → Richmond
559 mi · ~9.0 h · ~$63 gas
Open tripBoston → Virginia Beach
545 mi · ~8.8 h · ~$61 gas
Open tripBuffalo → Virginia Beach
525 mi · ~8.5 h · ~$59 gas
Open tripNew York → Roanoke
469 mi · ~7.6 h · ~$53 gas
Open tripBuffalo → Richmond
445 mi · ~7.2 h · ~$50 gas
Open tripPittsburgh → Virginia Beach
388 mi · ~6.3 h · ~$44 gas
Open tripPhiladelphia → Roanoke
374 mi · ~6.0 h · ~$42 gas
Open tripNew York → Virginia Beach
339 mi · ~5.5 h · ~$38 gas
Open tripNew York → Richmond
337 mi · ~5.4 h · ~$38 gas
Open tripPittsburgh → Richmond
287 mi · ~4.6 h · ~$32 gas
Open tripBaltimore → Roanoke
269 mi · ~4.3 h · ~$30 gas
Open tripPhiladelphia → Virginia Beach
258 mi · ~4.2 h · ~$29 gas
Open tripPittsburgh → Roanoke
258 mi · ~4.2 h · ~$29 gas
Open tripPhiladelphia → Richmond
243 mi · ~3.9 h · ~$27 gas
Open tripWashington → Roanoke
229 mi · ~3.7 h · ~$26 gas
Open tripBaltimore → Virginia Beach
203 mi · ~3.3 h · ~$23 gas
Open tripWashington → Virginia Beach
181 mi · ~2.9 h · ~$20 gas
Open tripBaltimore → Richmond
152 mi · ~2.5 h · ~$17 gas
Open tripWashington → Richmond
114 mi · ~1.8 h · ~$13 gas
Open tripBest driving cost routes in Virginia
Top Virginia road trips with gas, distance and driving time at the state's estimated $3.15/gal.
Cheapest Virginia road trips
Short, low-fuel-cost drives — great for a weekend trip from Virginia.
Long-distance road trips from Virginia
500+ mile drives for cross-country and multi-day road trip planning.
Drives in neighboring states
Cross-state routes near Virginia — Washington, D.C., Maryland, North Carolina.
Gas prices in Virginia
Estimated regular at $3.15/gal · premium $3.80 · diesel $3.60.
Best vehicles for Virginia drivers
- Best hybridToyota Prius57 MPG
- Best EVLucid Air134 MPGe
- Best SUVNissan Rogue33 MPG
- Best truckFord Maverick26 MPG
Commute cost in Virginia
Daily driving cost estimates for major Virginia-area cities.
EV vs gas in Virginia
Compare driving cost of an EV vs a gas car for Virginia trips and commutes.
Neighboring state road trip hubs
FAQ
What's the best time of year for a Virginia road trip?
Spring and fall typically offer the most comfortable driving weather across most of Virginia. Coastal and southern routes are pleasant year-round; mountain routes are best between late spring and early fall.
How much does a Virginia road trip cost in fuel?
At Virginia's estimated $3.15/gal and 28 MPG, expect roughly $11.25 per 100 miles. Each route below includes a detailed estimate.
Is Virginia EV-friendly for road trips?
Yes — most popular Virginia routes have solid DC fast-charging coverage. Check our EV-friendly routes collection for the strongest picks.
How accurate are these distances?
Distances are calculated from city centers using a road-curvature factor of about 1.18 over straight-line distance. Real-world mileage varies by route choice and traffic.