There are
960 mi
from Roanoke, VA to Waukee, IA
That's the driving distance. It would take 18 hours 32 mins to go from Roanoke, Virginia to Waukee, Iowa.
The flight distance (direct flight from Roanoke, VA to Waukee, IA) is 801.04 mi.
960 mi = 1,545.27 kms