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Trip from Charleston, WV to Brush Fork, WV

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Drive Time

2h 9m

Distance

108.2 mi

174 km

Drive Score

8/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$17

one way

EV Charging

None

0 DC fast

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 27 min
4 AM
2h 0m ★
6 AM
2h 9m
8 AM
2h 27m
10 AM
2h 15m
12 PM
2h 14m
3 PM
2h 16m
5 PM
2h 26m
8 PM
2h 4m

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

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Trip Overview

The drive from Charleston, WV to Brush Fork, WV covers 108.2 miles and takes about 2h 9m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.

The route leans on I 64, Big Laurel Highway, Chicory Road for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 90.6 miles on I 64. At current regular gas prices, budget about $16.92 one way before food or hotel costs.

Trip Pace

Same-day drive is realistic

A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.

Break Rhythm

0 planned breaks

A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.

Midpoint

54.1 miles from Charleston, WV

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 2m into the drive .

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Drive Character

This is a 2h 9m highway drive covering 108.2 miles, with most of the trip on I 64 and Big Laurel Highway. The longest continuous stretch is about 90.6 miles on I 64.

Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 17 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
I 64 is the longest continuous segment at about 90.6 miles.

How Hard Is This Drive?

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 64 and Big Laurel Highway. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 0.3 miles in near US 60 / Brooks Street.

Route Complexity 4/10

Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time

This is a straightforward 2h 9m drive. You will face about 13 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.

Where does it get tricky?

The main spots that need attention: at 0.3 miles (US 60 / Brooks Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.4 miles: Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 0.7 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.

Critical Maneuvers

5 of 13 key points

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

5
0.3 mi into trip | ~0m in | US 60 / Brooks Street

Turn left onto US 60 / Brooks Street

Navigation decision point

5
0.4 mi into trip | ~0m in

Take the ramp toward I 64, I 77, I 79

Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Toward I 64, I 77, I 79
7
0.7 mi into trip | ~1m in

Keep slight right at fork toward I 64 East, I 77 South: Beckley

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Toward I 64 East, I 77 South: Beckley
6
91.5 mi into trip | ~1h 45m in

Take the exit toward US 460: Princeton, Pearisburg VA

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

Exit 9 Toward US 460: Princeton, Pearisburg VA
6
108 mi into trip | ~2h 8m in | CR 11 / Old Bramwell Road

At end of road, turn left onto CR 11 / Old Bramwell Road

Complex interchange - multiple decisions in a short stretch

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 Charleston, WV to Brush Fork, WV, road signs begin pointing toward Pearisburg along the way.

Pearisburg

91.5 mi in | ~1h 45m

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
I 64 90.6 mi 1h 43m
Big Laurel Highway 9.9 mi 11m
Chicory Road 3.5 mi 6m
US 52 1.6 mi 2m
Bluefield Avenue 0.6 mi <1m
Lee Street East 0.3 mi <1m
Brushfork Road 0.2 mi <1m
Old Bramwell Road 0.2 mi <1m
Longest stretch: I 64 — 90.6 mi, about 1h 43m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Charleston, WV and Brush Fork, WV.

1

Start on Dickinson Street

36 ft · 4 sec · Dickinson Street
2

Turn right onto US 60

0.3 mi · 31 sec · Lee Street East
3

Turn left onto US 60

0.2 mi · 18 sec · Brooks Street
4

Take the ramp

0.2 mi · 27 sec
Toward I 64, I 77, I 79
5

Keep slight right at fork

0.2 mi · 26 sec
Toward I 64 East, I 77 South: Beckley
6

Merge onto I 64; I 77

91 mi · 1 hr 43 min · I 64; I 77
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7

Take the exit

0.4 mi · 1 min
Exit 9 Toward US 460: Princeton, Pearisburg VA
8

Turn right onto US 460

9.9 mi · 11 min · Big Laurel Highway
9

Turn right onto US 19; US 52 Truck

3.5 mi · 6 min · Chicory Road
10

Continue on US 19; US 52

0.6 mi · 58 sec · Bluefield Avenue
11

Turn left onto US 52

366 ft · 8 sec · Spruce Street
12

Turn right onto US 52

0.1 mi · 16 sec · Highland Avenue
13

Turn right onto US 52

1.6 mi · 2 min · US 52
14

Turn left onto WV 123

0.2 mi · 27 sec · Brushfork Road
15

Turn left onto Charcoal Street

0.1 mi · 34 sec · Charcoal Street
16

At end of road, turn left onto CR 11

0.2 mi · 28 sec · Old Bramwell Road
17

Arrive at destination

CR 11

Trip Plan

Morning Departure

Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch.

Evening Departure

Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.

You can normally do this drive in one day.
You may only need one short stretch break if traffic stays light.
The halfway point lands around 54.1 miles from Charleston, WV, or about 1h 2m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 90.6 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 32m in

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

Halfway reset

Around 54.1 miles or 1h 2m in

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

Final approach

Final hour starts around 1h 42m

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

Before You Leave

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Open the route before leaving Charleston, 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 Charleston, WV

This is one driving day of about 108.2 miles and 2h 9m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Charleston, WV.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
You may only need one short stretch stop if conditions stay smooth.
The longest stretch is on I 64 for about 90.6 miles.

Where to Stop

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

Halfway Point

Midpoint

About 54.1 mi from Charleston, WV · 1h 2m into the drive

suburb in Eastbourne, East Sussex, England, UK

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Meads, KY

54 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

Winston-Salem, NC

Fuel and coffee

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

Meads, KY

Meal break

The midpoint is around 54.1 miles from Charleston, WV, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Before the longest stretch

Fuel check

Top up before I 64 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 90.6 miles.

Arriving in Brush Fork, WV

The final approach into Brush Fork, 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 Brush Fork, 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...

22 mi from route ~55 min detour Free near mile 26.1
View on nps.gov

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

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$16.92 one way

$33.84 round trip

$3.97/gal 25.4 MPG avg 38 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.34 $18.50 $37.00
premium $4.70 $20.03 $40.05
diesel $5.61 $23.89 $47.78

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$17

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$42–$67

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

Estimated CO2 emission: 37.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $11 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 32.5 0 $11.36 $5.19
Efficient EV 27.1 0 $9.47 $4.33
EV Truck/SUV 43.3 0 $15.15 $6.92

Gas CO2

38 kg

EV CO2

13 kg (66% 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.

Forecast data refreshed 33 minutes ago

Origin

Charleston, WV

Night in Charleston on Tuesday

Local time

9:25 PM

EDT

Current temp

69°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Brush Fork, WV

Night in Brush Fork on Tuesday

Local time

9:25 PM

EDT

Current temp

60°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

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

9 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

2h 9m 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 Charleston, WV to Brush Fork, WV covers 108.2 miles and takes about 2h 9m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 64, Big Laurel Highway, Chicory 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 54.1 miles from Charleston, WV. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $16.92 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.
This is a straightforward 2h 9m drive. You will face about 13 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.3 miles (US 60 / Brooks Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.4 miles: Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 0.7 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
On the drive from Charleston, WV to Brush Fork, WV, road signs begin pointing toward Pearisburg along the way.

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