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Trip from Augusta, WV to South Charleston, WV

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Drive Time

4h 46m

Distance

237.4 mi

382 km

Drive Score

8/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$37

one way

EV Charging

Excellent

13 DC fast

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 41 min
4 AM
4h 33m ★
6 AM
4h 47m
8 AM
5h 14m
10 AM
4h 56m
12 PM
4h 54m
3 PM
4h 58m
5 PM
5h 13m
8 PM
4h 39m

Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.

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Augusta, WV

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city in Kanawha County, West Virginia, United States

South Charleston, WV

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Trip Overview

The drive from Augusta, WV to South Charleston, WV covers 237.4 miles and takes about 4h 46m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.

The route leans on Senator Jennings Randolph Highway, Clifton Run Road, Northwestern Turnpike for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 98.2 miles on Senator Jennings Randolph Highway. At current regular gas prices, budget about $37.12 one way before food or hotel costs.

Trip Pace

Same-day drive is realistic

A same-day return is possible, but it will make for a full day on the road.

Break Rhythm

1 planned break

Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.

Midpoint

118.7 miles from Augusta, WV

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 36m into the drive .

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Drive Character

Expect a 4h 46m drive with frequent turns across 237.4 miles of local and secondary roads.

This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 24 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Senator Jennings Randolph Highway is the longest continuous segment at about 98.2 miles.

How Hard Is This Drive?

Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. You will hit about 15 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 27.4 miles in near US 50 / New Creek Y.

Route Complexity 6/10

Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing

This drive requires moderate attention. Across 237.4 miles you will encounter 15 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.

Where does it get tricky?

The main spots that need attention: at 27.4 miles (US 50 / New Creek Y): Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 61.8 miles (US 48; WV 32): Navigation decision point; at 63.9 miles (US 48; US 219 / Seneca Trail): Navigation decision point.

Critical Maneuvers

5 of 15 key points

These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.

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27.4 mi into trip | ~45m in | US 50 / New Creek Y

Keep slight left at fork onto US 50 / New Creek Y

Highway fork - watch signs carefully

4
61.8 mi into trip | ~1h 29m in | US 48; WV 32

At end of road, turn right onto US 48; WV 32

Navigation decision point

4
63.9 mi into trip | ~1h 33m in | US 48; US 219 / Seneca Trail

Turn left onto US 48; US 219 / Seneca Trail

Navigation decision point

5
233 mi into trip | ~4h 40m in

Take the exit toward I 64 West, US 119 South: Huntington

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Toward I 64 West, US 119 South: Huntington
6
236.2 mi into trip | ~4h 44m in

Take the exit toward Montrose Drive

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here

Use the slight right lane. Toward Montrose Drive

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
Senator Jennings Randolph Highway 98.2 mi 1h 45m
Clifton Run Road 40.6 mi 47m
Northwestern Turnpike 23.5 mi 34m
Corridor H 21 mi 24m
Main Street 14.7 mi 16m
Seneca Trail 13.3 mi 15m
WV 93 10.2 mi 15m
East Main Street 3.9 mi 10m
Longest stretch: Senator Jennings Randolph Highway — 98.2 mi, about 1h 45m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Augusta, WV and South Charleston, WV.

1

Start on US 50

5.8 mi · 8 min · Northwestern Turnpike
2

Continue on US 50

3.9 mi · 10 min · East Main Street
3

Continue on US 50; WV 28

7.1 mi · 10 min · Northwestern Turnpike
4

Continue on US 50; US 220

11 mi · 15 min · Northwestern Turnpike
5

Keep slight left at fork onto US 50

2.7 mi · 3 min · New Creek Y
6

Turn slight left onto WV 93

10 mi · 15 min · WV 93
7

Turn left onto CR 93/3

0.6 mi · 53 sec · Laurel Dale Access Road
8

Turn left onto US 48

21 mi · 24 min · Corridor H
9

At end of road, turn right onto US 48; WV 32

2.2 mi · 3 min · US 48; WV 32
10

Turn left onto US 48; US 219

13 mi · 15 min · Seneca Trail
11

Turn left onto US 48; US 219; WV 72

203 ft · 2 sec · Magnolia Street
12

Continue on US 48; US 219; WV 72

0.4 mi · 29 sec · 1st Street
13

At end of road, turn left onto US 48; US 219

15 mi · 16 min · Main Street
14

Turn left onto US 48; US 219; CR 7

41 mi · 47 min · Clifton Run Road
15

Take the exit

0.3 mi · 45 sec
Toward I 79 South: Charleston
16

Merge onto I 79

98 mi · 1 hr 45 min · Senator Jennings Randolph Highway
17

Merge onto I 77

1.4 mi · 1 min · I 77
18

Take the exit

0.2 mi · 12 sec
Toward I 64 West, US 119 South: Huntington
19

Keep slight left at fork

0.5 mi · 34 sec
20

Merge onto I 64

2.6 mi · 3 min · I 64
21

Take the exit

0.2 mi · 32 sec
Toward Montrose Drive Use the slight right lane.
22

Turn right onto Montrose Drive

0.2 mi · 18 sec · Montrose Drive
23

Turn left onto US 60

0.7 mi · 1 min · MacCorkle Avenue Southwest
Use the left / straight lanes.
24

Arrive at destination

US 60

Trip Plan

Morning Departure

An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.

Evening Departure

A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.

You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 118.7 miles from Augusta, WV, or about 2h 36m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 98.2 miles.

This is a comfortable same-day trip.

Departure

Before you leave

Start with fuel, water, and navigation already sorted so the first hour feels easy.

First stop

Around 80 miles or 1h 51m in

Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.

Halfway reset

Around 118.7 miles or 2h 36m in

This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.

Final approach

Final hour starts around 3h 59m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near South Charleston, WV than in the middle of the route.

Before You Leave

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Open the route before leaving Augusta, WV so your first major turns are already loaded.

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Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.

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Check your fuel range against the first long segment, especially if you are starting outside city service areas.

Day 1

Settle into the route from Augusta, WV

This is one driving day of about 237.4 miles and 4h 46m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Augusta, WV.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Plan about 1 real break rather than only quick fuel stops.
The longest stretch is on Senator Jennings Randolph Highway for about 98.2 miles.

Where to Stop

Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.

Halfway Point

Midpoint

About 118.7 mi from Augusta, WV · 2h 36m into the drive

town in the west-central part of Garrett County, Maryland, United States

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Oakland, MD

119 mi into the route

Best for: Lunch, fuel, and a longer reset

This sits close to the middle of the route, so it works well for the longest stop of the day.

Pacing Suggestions

Oakland, MD

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Newtown, PA

Meal break

The midpoint is around 118.7 miles from Augusta, WV, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Before the longest stretch

Fuel check

Top up before Senator Jennings Randolph Highway if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 98.2 miles.

Arriving in South Charleston, WV

The final approach into South Charleston, WV usually feels slower than the middle of the drive, so avoid planning your tightest schedule at the very end.

Try to arrive with enough fuel left to skip an immediate station stop unless you already know the area around South Charleston, WV.

These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.

National Parks Near This Route

Worth a detour if your schedule allows.

Gauley River National Recreation Area

Gauley River National Recreation Area

National Recreation Area

The 25 miles of free-flowing Gauley River and the six miles of the Meadow River pass through scenic gorges and valleys containing a wide variety of natural and cultural features. The Gauley River cont...

27 mi from route ~67 min detour Free near mile 196.5
View on nps.gov

Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$37.12 one way

$74.25 round trip

$3.97/gal 25.4 MPG avg 83 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.34 $40.59 $81.18
premium $4.70 $43.94 $87.88
diesel $5.61 $52.41 $104.83

Estimated Tolls: $1.64

Northwestern Turnpike (10.6 mi) $0.74
Northwestern Turnpike (7.1 mi) $0.50
Northwestern Turnpike (5.8 mi) $0.40

Toll estimates based on average 2024-2025 rates. EZ-Pass/SunPass discounts may lower the actual cost.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$37

Tolls

$2

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$64–$89

Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.

Estimated CO2 emission: 83.1 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

EV Charging Along Route

13 DC fast chargers · Coverage: excellent

Sheetz - Tesla Supercharger

Weston, WV

Tesla

8 DCFC

Little General - Tesla Supercharger

Sutton, WV

Tesla

8 DCFC

Courtyard by Marriott - Tesla Supercharger

Charleston, WV

Tesla

8 DCFC

Elkins Fordland WV

Elkins, WV

RED_E

4 DCFC

Pilot Travel Center 474

Sutton, WV

eVgo Network

4 DCFC

Timbrook Chevrolet Keyser

Keyser, WV

EV Connect

2 DCFC

Midstate Chevrolet

Sutton, WV

Non-Networked

2 DCFC

Moses Cadillac GMC Truck

East Charleston, WV

EV Connect

2 DCFC

ChargePoint Network: 5 Tesla: 3 EV Connect: 2 RED_E: 1 eVgo Network: 1 Non-Networked: 1

Station data from NREL Alternative Fuel Stations database.

Driving Electric?

About $25 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 71.2 0 $24.93 $11.40
Efficient EV 59.4 0 $20.77 $9.50
EV Truck/SUV 95 1 $33.24 $15.19

Gas CO2

83 kg

EV CO2

28 kg (66% less)

Plan for 0 charging stops, roughly every 270 miles. Allow 25-40 minutes per stop at a DC fast charger.

DC fast charging avg $0.35/kWh. Home charging avg $0.16/kWh. US grid CO2: 0.39 kg/kWh.

Travel Intel

Current conditions at both ends of the drive.

Forecast data refreshed 1 day ago

Origin

Augusta, WV

Evening in Augusta on Tuesday

Local time

8:04 PM

EDT

Current temp

80°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

South Charleston, WV

Evening in South Charleston on Tuesday

Local time

8:04 PM

EDT

Current temp

70°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

76°F

Oakland, MD

119 mi in

Seasonal Notes

Summer travel usually means heavier construction, hotter rest stops, and busier weekend traffic around major cities.

Winter travel shortens daylight, so a route that looks manageable on paper can feel much longer after dark.

Holiday weekends tend to make both departure and arrival windows slower than the raw route time suggests.

Time zone

Same local time

Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.

Temperature spread

10 degrees cooler at arrival

A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.

Road read

4h 46m on the road

An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.

Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.

Frequently Asked Questions

The drive from Augusta, WV to South Charleston, WV covers 237.4 miles and takes about 4h 46m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Senator Jennings Randolph Highway, Clifton Run Road, Northwestern Turnpike. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 118.7 miles from Augusta, WV. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $37.12 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left. A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
Plan about 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, or rest. Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 237.4 miles you will encounter 15 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
The main spots that need attention: at 27.4 miles (US 50 / New Creek Y): Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 61.8 miles (US 48; WV 32): Navigation decision point; at 63.9 miles (US 48; US 219 / Seneca Trail): Navigation decision point.
The route from Augusta, WV to South Charleston, WV does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.

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