Origin
Charleston, WV
Evening in Charleston on Tuesday
Local time
6:01 PM
EDT
Current temp
89°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Charleston, WV to Hinton, WV
Data updated 0 seconds ago
Drive Time
1h 51m
Distance
90.4 mi
145 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$14
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 43m
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6 AM
1h 51m
8 AM
2h 8m
10 AM
1h 57m
12 PM
1h 56m
3 PM
1h 58m
5 PM
2h 7m
8 PM
1h 47m
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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Hinton, WV
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Trip Overview
If you are planning a quick getaway from Charleston to Hinton, you can expect a straightforward journey covering 90.4 miles. The drive typically takes about 1 hour and 51 minutes, making it an ideal day trip that doesn't require an overnight stay. Your route primarily utilizes I-64 before transitioning onto Meadow Creek Road and WV-20 to reach your destination. With a modest estimated fuel cost of $14, this trip is quite budget-friendly for a weekend excursion. Since both cities are located within the Southeast region of West Virginia, the drive remains geographically consistent throughout. It is a practical choice if you want to navigate between these two points efficiently without spending your entire day behind the wheel.
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
45.2 miles from Charleston, WV
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 53m into the drive .
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Drive Character
This drive is heavily highway-focused, with 89% of your time spent on major routes. You will settle into a rhythm quickly, as the longest uninterrupted stretch spans 78.8 miles along I-64. Once you exit the interstate, the character of the road shifts as you navigate Meadow Creek Road and WV-20. While the interstate portion is designed for consistent speed and efficiency, the final segments offer a change of pace as you transition onto local roads. You should be prepared for a transition from high-speed interstate travel to the more localized feel of West Virginia’s secondary highway system.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 15 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 78.8 miles.
Elevation Profile
Gently rolling terrain
2,643 ft
596 ft
Total Climb
2,778 ft
Total Descent
1,911 ft
Highest Point
2,643 ft
~67.8 mi in
Elevation Range
2,047 ft
Notable High Points
1,917 ft at ~82.9 miles
+511 ft prominence
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 64 and Meadow Creek Road. 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
3/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
This is a straightforward 1h 51m drive. You will face about 10 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 10 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
0.3 mi into trip
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~0m in
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US 60 / Brooks Street
Turn left onto US 60 / Brooks Street
Navigation decision point
5
0.4 mi into trip
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~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
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~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
5
0.9 mi into trip
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~1m in
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I 64; I 77
Merge onto I 64; I 77
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
5
60 mi into trip
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~1h 11m in
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I 64
Take the exit onto I 64 toward I 64 East: Lewisburg
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Exit 40
Toward I 64 East: Lewisburg
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 Hinton, WV, road signs begin pointing toward Sandstone along the way.
Sandstone
79.7 mi in
|
~1h 33m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 64 | 78.8 mi | 1h 31m |
| Meadow Creek Road | 6.8 mi | 10m |
| WV 20 | 1.7 mi | 2m |
| Temple Street | 0.9 mi | 1m |
| Summers Street | 0.9 mi | 2m |
| Lee Street East | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| Brooks Street | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| 4th Avenue | 0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 64
— 78.8 mi, about 1h 31m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Charleston, WV and Hinton, WV.
1
Start on Dickinson Street
36 ft
·
4 sec
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Dickinson Street
2
Turn right onto US 60
0.3 mi
·
31 sec
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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
59 mi
·
1 hr 9 min
·
I 64; I 77
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
Take the exit onto I 64
20 mi
·
22 min
·
I 64
Exit 40
Toward I 64 East: Lewisburg
8
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
53 sec
Toward WV 20: Hinton, Sandstone
9
Turn left onto CR 7
6.8 mi
·
10 min
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Meadow Creek Road
10
Continue on WV 20
1.7 mi
·
2 min
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WV 20
11
Continue on WV 20
0.9 mi
·
1 min
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Temple Street
12
Continue on WV 20
0.9 mi
·
2 min
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Summers Street
13
Turn left onto 4th Avenue
0.1 mi
·
26 sec
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4th Avenue
14
Turn right
190 ft
·
13 sec
15
Arrive at destination
Trip Plan
Because this is a relatively short trip under two hours, you have significant flexibility with your departure time. Aim to fuel up before you leave Charleston so you can complete the 90.4-mile trek without needing to worry about mid-route stops. Since you spend the vast majority of your time on I-64, keep a close watch on your exit cues when you transition toward Meadow Creek Road. Packing snacks or drinks ahead of time is a smart move, as the route is designed for continuous driving rather than frequent roadside services. Use the extra time saved by the efficient highway segments to maximize your arrival in Hinton.
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 45.2 miles from Charleston, WV, or about 53m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 78.8 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 34m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 45.2 miles or 53m 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 27m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Hinton, 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 90.4 miles and 1h 51m.
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 78.8 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 45.2 mi from Charleston, WV · 53m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
45 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 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 45.2 miles from Charleston, WV, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before I 64 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 78.8 miles.
Arriving in Hinton, WV
The final approach into Hinton, 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 Hinton, 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
$14.14 one way
$28.27 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
32 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.34 | $15.46 | $30.91 |
| premium | $4.70 | $16.73 | $33.46 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $19.96 | $39.92 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$14
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$39–$64
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 31.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $9 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 27.1 | 0 | $9.49 | $4.34 |
| Efficient EV | 22.6 | 0 | $7.91 | $3.62 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 36.2 | 0 | $12.66 | $5.79 |
Gas CO2
32 kg
EV CO2
11 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.
Destination
Hinton, WV
Evening in Hinton on Tuesday
Local time
6:01 PM
EDT
Current temp
38°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
51 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 51m 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 Hinton, WV covers 90.4 miles and takes about 1h 51m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 64, Meadow Creek Road, WV 20. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 45.2 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 $14.14 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 1h 51m drive. You will face about 10 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 Hinton, WV, road signs begin pointing toward Sandstone along the way.
Gently rolling terrain. The route ranges from 596 ft to 2,643 ft elevation with about 2,778 ft of total climbing. There is 1 notable high point along the way.
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