Origin
Beckley, WV
Evening in Beckley on Thursday
Local time
5:42 PM
EDT
Current temp
68°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Beckley, WV to Rand, WV
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
1h 7m
Distance
50.4 mi
81 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$8
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 2m
★
6 AM
1h 7m
8 AM
1h 18m
10 AM
1h 11m
12 PM
1h 10m
3 PM
1h 11m
5 PM
1h 17m
8 PM
1h 4m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Beckley, WV
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Rand, WV
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Trip Overview
The drive from Beckley, WV to Rand, WV covers 50.4 miles and takes about 1h 7m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on West Virginia Turnpike, East Dupont Avenue, Harper Road for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 39.6 miles on West Virginia Turnpike. At current regular gas prices, budget about $7.88 one way before food or hotel costs.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 7m. Total distance: 50.4 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 7m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (79%). Straightforward navigation.
Drive Character
This is a 1h 7m highway drive covering 50.4 miles, with most of the trip on West Virginia Turnpike and East Dupont Avenue. The longest continuous stretch is about 39.6 miles on West Virginia Turnpike.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 12 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
West Virginia Turnpike is the longest continuous segment at about 39.6 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on West Virginia Turnpike and East Dupont Avenue. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near West Prince Street.
Driving Effort
2/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Beckley, WV to Rand, WV is easy. At 1h 7m with 79% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (West Prince Street): Navigation decision point; at 42.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 43.1 miles (US 60 / Kanawha Boulevard East): Navigation decision point.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 7 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
4
0 mi into trip
|
~0m in
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West Prince Street
Turn left onto West Prince Street
Navigation decision point
5
42.3 mi into trip
|
~54m in
Take the exit toward US 60, WV 61: Chelyan, Cedar Grove
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward US 60, WV 61: Chelyan, Cedar Grove
4
43.1 mi into trip
|
~56m in
|
US 60 / Kanawha Boulevard East
At end of road, turn left onto US 60 / Kanawha Boulevard East
Navigation decision point
4
50.3 mi into trip
|
~1h 6m in
|
CR 60/47
Turn right onto CR 60/47
Navigation decision point
4
50.4 mi into trip
|
~1h 7m in
|
Jonquil Drive
Turn right onto Jonquil Drive
Navigation decision point
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
On the drive from Beckley, WV to Rand, WV, road signs begin pointing toward Cedar Grove along the way.
Cedar Grove
42.3 mi in
|
~54m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| West Virginia Turnpike | 39.6 mi | 47m |
| East Dupont Avenue | 6.7 mi | 9m |
| Harper Road | 1.8 mi | 4m |
| Kanawha Boulevard East | 0.5 mi | <1m |
| West Prince Street | 0.4 mi | 1m |
| West Neville Street | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| CR 60/47 | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| Jonquil Drive | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
West Virginia Turnpike
— 39.6 mi, about 47m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Beckley, WV and Rand, WV.
1
Start on WV 210
164 ft
·
10 sec
·
North Kanawha Street
2
Turn left onto West Prince Street
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
West Prince Street
3
Turn straight onto WV 3
0.2 mi
·
18 sec
·
West Neville Street
4
Continue on WV 3
1.8 mi
·
4 min
·
Harper Road
5
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
40 sec
6
Merge onto I 64; I 77
40 mi
·
47 min
·
West Virginia Turnpike
7
Take the exit
0.8 mi
·
1 min
Toward US 60, WV 61: Chelyan, Cedar Grove
8
At end of road, turn left onto US 60
0.5 mi
·
42 sec
·
Kanawha Boulevard East
9
Continue on US 60
6.7 mi
·
9 min
·
East Dupont Avenue
10
Turn right onto CR 60/47
458 ft
·
21 sec
·
CR 60/47
11
Turn right onto Jonquil Drive
212 ft
·
9 sec
·
Jonquil Drive
12
Arrive at destination
Jonquil Drive
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 25.2 mi from Beckley, WV · 34m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
25 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
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 11 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 25.2 miles from Beckley, WV, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Rand, WV
The final approach into Rand, WV usually feels slower than the middle of the drive, so avoid planning your tightest schedule at the very end.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$7.88 one way
$15.76 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
18 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.34 | $8.62 | $17.24 |
| premium | $4.70 | $9.33 | $18.66 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $11.13 | $22.26 |
Estimated Tolls: $2.77
West Virginia Turnpike
(39.6 mi)
$2.77
Toll estimates based on average 2024-2025 rates. EZ-Pass/SunPass discounts may lower the actual cost.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$8
Tolls
$3
Total
$11
Estimated CO2 emission: 17.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $5 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 15.1 | 0 | $5.29 | $2.42 |
| Efficient EV | 12.6 | 0 | $4.41 | $2.02 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 20.2 | 0 | $7.06 | $3.23 |
Gas CO2
18 kg
EV CO2
6 kg (67% less)
This trip is well within single-charge range for most EVs. No charging stops needed if you start fully charged.
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.
Destination
Rand, WV
Evening in Rand on Thursday
Local time
5:42 PM
EDT
Current temp
40°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
76°F
Garrison, WV
25 mi in
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
28 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
1h 7m on the road
Use the two city cards together: check the sky where you start, then compare it with the local time and temperature at arrival.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Beckley, WV to Rand, WV covers 50.4 miles and takes about 1h 7m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are West Virginia Turnpike, East Dupont Avenue, Harper Road. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 25.2 miles from Beckley, WV. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $7.88 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch. Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
The drive from Beckley, WV to Rand, WV is easy. At 1h 7m with 79% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (West Prince Street): Navigation decision point; at 42.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 43.1 miles (US 60 / Kanawha Boulevard East): Navigation decision point.
On the drive from Beckley, WV to Rand, WV, road signs begin pointing toward Cedar Grove along the way.
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