Origin
Summersville, WV
Evening in Summersville on Tuesday
Local time
6:01 PM
EDT
Current temp
61°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Summersville, WV to Beckley, WV
Data updated 0 seconds ago
Drive Time
59m
Distance
45.7 mi
74 km
Drive Score
5/10
Practical drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$7
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 55m
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6 AM
1h 0m
8 AM
1h 9m
10 AM
1h 3m
12 PM
1h 2m
3 PM
1h 3m
5 PM
1h 9m
8 PM
0h 57m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Summersville, WV
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Beckley, WV
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Trip Overview
If you are looking for a quick connection between Summersville and Beckley, this 45.7-mile trip is an efficient way to traverse West Virginia. You can easily complete the journey in roughly 59 minutes, making it a perfect candidate for a single-day outing. With an estimated fuel cost of just $7, it is an economical route that requires no overnight stops along the way. Navigating primarily via US 19, Robert C. Byrd Drive, and Broad Street, you will find this path straightforward and reliable. Since both cities are located within the Southeast region of the state, you won't experience major geographic shifts, but you will enjoy a seamless transition between these two West Virginia hubs.
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
22.9 miles from Summersville, WV
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 29m into the drive .
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Drive Character
Expect a highway-focused experience, as 86% of this trip consists of high-speed travel. You will spend the vast majority of your time on US 19, which accounts for a significant 39.2-mile stretch of the journey. This creates a consistent rhythm, allowing you to cover ground quickly without the frequent starts and stops of local roads. As you transition onto Robert C. Byrd Drive and Broad Street to reach your destination, the pace naturally slows down to accommodate urban traffic. It is a functional drive designed for efficiency rather than technical maneuvering, keeping you moving steadily from start to finish.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 8 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Broad Street is one of the defining roads on this drive.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. Navigation is very simple — set it and forget it for most of the drive.
Route Complexity
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
The drive from Summersville, WV to Beckley, WV is easy. At 59m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Summersville, WV to Beckley, WV is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Broad Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| US 19 South | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Robert C | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| North Kanawha Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
Per-road distance and duration are being refreshed from OSRM for this route.
Longest stretch:
Broad Street
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Summersville, WV and Beckley, WV.
1
Start on Main Street
26 ft
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3 sec
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Main Street
2
Turn right onto Broad Street
1.1 mi
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2 min
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Broad Street
3
Turn right
39 mi
·
47 min
4
Take the exit slight right toward US 19 South, WV 16: Bradley, North Beckley
0.4 mi
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1 min
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US 19 South, WV 16: Bradley, North Beckley
5
Turn left onto Robert C. Byrd Drive
3.3 mi
·
5 min
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Robert C. Byrd Drive
6
Continue on Robert C. Byrd Drive
1.3 mi
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2 min
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Robert C. Byrd Drive
7
Turn left onto North Kanawha Street
0.8 mi
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1 min
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North Kanawha Street
8
Arrive at your destination
Trip Plan
Because this is a short, sub-hour drive, you have plenty of flexibility when deciding your departure time. You do not need to worry about planning formal rest stops given the modest 59-minute duration, though checking your fuel levels before leaving Summersville is always a smart habit to keep your $7 estimate on track. Since the longest stretch is nearly 40 miles on US 19, stay alert for changes in speed limits as you approach the exit points for Beckley. Embracing this as a direct trip allows you to maximize your time at your destination rather than worrying about lengthy transit logistics. Keep your departure schedule open to avoid peak local traffic hours to ensure you maintain that one-hour travel goal.
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 22.9 miles from Summersville, WV, or about 29m into the drive.
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 45.7 miles or 59m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 22.9 miles or 29m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 50m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Beckley, WV than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Summersville, 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 Summersville, WV
This is one driving day of about 45.7 miles and 59m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Summersville, 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.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 22.9 mi from Summersville, WV · 29m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
23 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 Beckley, WV
The final approach into Beckley, 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 Beckley, 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
$7.15 one way
$14.29 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
16 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.34 | $7.81 | $15.63 |
| premium | $4.70 | $8.46 | $16.92 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $10.09 | $20.18 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$7
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$32–$57
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 16 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $5 in charging · 0 stops · 69% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 13.7 | 0 | $4.80 | $2.19 |
| Efficient EV | 11.4 | 0 | $4.00 | $1.83 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 18.3 | 0 | $6.40 | $2.92 |
Gas CO2
16 kg
EV CO2
5 kg (69% 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
Beckley, WV
Evening in Beckley on Tuesday
Local time
6:01 PM
EDT
Current temp
37°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
24 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
59m 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 Summersville, WV to Beckley, WV covers 45.7 miles and takes about 59m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Broad Street, US 19 South, Robert C. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 22.9 miles from Summersville, WV. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $7.15 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 Summersville, WV to Beckley, WV is easy. At 59m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Summersville, WV to Beckley, WV is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Summersville, WV to Beckley, WV does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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