Origin
Charleston, WV
Evening in Charleston on Tuesday
Local time
7:17 PM
EDT
Current temp
69°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Charleston, WV to Cross Lanes, WV
Data updated 4 hours ago
Drive Time
15m
Distance
12 mi
19 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$2
one way
EV Charging
None
0 DC fast
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 14m
★
6 AM
0h 16m
8 AM
0h 19m
10 AM
0h 17m
12 PM
0h 16m
3 PM
0h 17m
5 PM
0h 18m
8 PM
0h 15m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Charleston, WV
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Cross Lanes, WV
Jan van der Wolf
Trip Overview
If you are looking for a quick and straightforward commute, the 12-mile trip from Charleston to Cross Lanes is an ideal choice. Covering the distance in roughly 15 minutes, this route is perfectly suited for a single-day excursion. You will primarily navigate via US 119, Quarrier Street, and Goff Mountain Road as you transition through the Southeast region of West Virginia. Budgeting about $2 for fuel makes this a very economical trip for your travel plans. Because of the short duration, there is no need to worry about overnight lodging or splitting the drive. It is a highly practical, efficient connection that gets you between these two points with minimal fuss.
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
6 miles from Charleston, WV
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 8m into the drive .
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Drive Character
This highway-focused drive is characterized by its efficiency, with 85% of the trip spent on major roads. You will settle into a rhythm quickly, as the longest uninterrupted stretch spans 10.2 miles along US 119. While the path begins on local streets like Quarrier, it rapidly shifts into a more streamlined highway experience. Expect a consistent pace as you head toward Cross Lanes, making this a functional drive rather than a winding scenic tour. The transition from city streets to the main highway happens smoothly, ensuring you stay focused on the road ahead for the duration of your 15-minute journey.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 9 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
US 119 is the longest continuous segment at about 10.2 miles.
Elevation Profile
Mostly flat terrain
804 ft
566 ft
Total Climb
406 ft
Total Descent
290 ft
Highest Point
804 ft
~10 mi in
Elevation Range
238 ft
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US 119 and Quarrier Street. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 0.1 miles in near Quarrier Street.
Route Complexity
4/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
This is a straightforward 15m drive. You will face about 5 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (Quarrier Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.9 miles (US 119 / Pennsylvania Avenue South): Navigation decision point; at 1 miles (US 119): Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 5 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
3
0.1 mi into trip
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~0m in
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Quarrier Street
Turn right onto Quarrier Street
Navigation decision point
4
0.9 mi into trip
|
~2m in
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US 119 / Pennsylvania Avenue South
Turn left onto US 119 / Pennsylvania Avenue South
Navigation decision point
4
1 mi into trip
|
~2m in
|
US 119
Take the ramp onto US 119 toward I 64 West, US 119 South: Huntington
Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward I 64 West, US 119 South: Huntington
4
11.2 mi into trip
|
~14m in
Take the exit toward WV 622: Cross Lanes
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Toward WV 622: Cross Lanes
5
11.5 mi into trip
|
~14m in
Keep slight right at fork
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| US 119 | 10.2 mi | 12m |
| Quarrier Street | 0.8 mi | 1m |
| Goff Mountain Road | 0.5 mi | <1m |
| Dickinson Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| Randolph Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| Pennsylvania Avenue South | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
US 119
— 10.2 mi, about 12m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Charleston, WV and Cross Lanes, WV.
1
Start on Dickinson Street
486 ft
·
11 sec
·
Dickinson Street
2
Turn right onto Quarrier Street
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
Quarrier Street
3
Continue on Randolph Street
376 ft
·
16 sec
·
Randolph Street
4
Turn left onto US 119
310 ft
·
7 sec
·
Pennsylvania Avenue South
5
Take the ramp onto US 119
10 mi
·
12 min
·
US 119
Toward I 64 West, US 119 South: Huntington
6
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
30 sec
Toward WV 622: Cross Lanes
7
Keep slight right at fork
327 ft
·
7 sec
8
Turn straight onto WV 622
0.5 mi
·
53 sec
·
Goff Mountain Road
9
Arrive at destination
WV 622
Trip Plan
Since this is a brief, 12-mile journey, you have immense flexibility in your departure schedule. You won't need to plan for any formal stops, as the duration is short enough to complete in one go. Keep in mind that US 119 serves as your primary artery, so monitor traffic reports for that specific stretch before you head out. With fuel costs estimated at just $2, you can easily top off your tank before leaving Charleston without worrying about your budget. Use the lack of required stops to your advantage by planning your arrival in Cross Lanes exactly when you need to be there.
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 6 miles from Charleston, WV, or about 8m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 10.2 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 12 miles or 15m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 6 miles or 8m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 13m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Cross Lanes, 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 12 miles and 15m.
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 US 119 for about 10.2 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 6 mi from Charleston, WV · 8m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
6 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
Arriving in Cross Lanes, WV
The final approach into Cross Lanes, 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 Cross Lanes, WV.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$1.88 one way
$3.75 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
4 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.34 | $2.05 | $4.10 |
| premium | $4.70 | $2.22 | $4.44 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $2.65 | $5.30 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$2
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$27–$52
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 4.2 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $1 in charging · 0 stops · 75% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 3.6 | 0 | $1.26 | $0.58 |
| Efficient EV | 3 | 0 | $1.05 | $0.48 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 4.8 | 0 | $1.68 | $0.77 |
Gas CO2
4 kg
EV CO2
1 kg (75% 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
Cross Lanes, WV
Evening in Cross Lanes on Tuesday
Local time
7:17 PM
EDT
Current temp
69°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
Very similar conditions
Both ends of the route are sitting at about the same temperature right now.
Road read
15m 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 Cross Lanes, WV covers 12 miles and takes about 15m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are US 119, Quarrier Street, Goff Mountain 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 6 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 $1.88 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.
This is a straightforward 15m drive. You will face about 5 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (Quarrier Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.9 miles (US 119 / Pennsylvania Avenue South): Navigation decision point; at 1 miles (US 119): Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
The route from Charleston, WV to Cross Lanes, WV does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
Mostly flat terrain. The route ranges from 566 ft to 804 ft elevation with about 406 ft of total climbing.
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