Get your bags, walk out of Roanoke, VA Airport (ROA-Roanoke Regional), and pick up your rental car. Which one you jump into depends on where you’re headed. If you’ll be spending a lot of time driving in downtown Roanoke, around 4 miles from the terminal, go for something zippy and small. A compact car that’s easy to operate will be perfect for those busy city streets. But with so many things to see, like the stunning sandy shores of the region, you’ll probably be racking up a few miles. A larger vehicle, like an SUV or a full-size car, will make lengthier road trips more comfortable.