Origin
Webster Springs, WV
Evening in Webster Springs on Tuesday
Local time
6:12 PM
EDT
Current temp
36°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Webster Springs, WV to Charleston, WV
Data updated 0 seconds ago
Drive Time
1h 50m
Distance
102.4 mi
165 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$16
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 7m
10 AM
1h 57m
12 PM
1h 55m
3 PM
1h 57m
5 PM
2h 6m
8 PM
1h 46m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Webster Springs, WV
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Charleston, WV
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Trip Overview
If you are looking to travel from Webster Springs to Charleston, you are in for a 102.4-mile journey across West Virginia. Plan for roughly 1 hour and 50 minutes of driving time to complete this trip. Because the route is short and manageable, it works perfectly as a straightforward day trip, meaning you won't need to worry about booking an overnight stay. Expect to spend about $16 on fuel to get from point A to point B. Both the origin and destination are located within the Southeast region, keeping you in familiar territory throughout the drive.
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
51.2 miles from Webster Springs, WV
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 55m into the drive .
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Drive Character
Prepare for a turn-heavy local drive that demands your full attention behind the wheel. You will navigate primarily via Baker Street, North Main Street, and Miller Mountain Road, avoiding the monotony of the interstate entirely. Since this route features a zero percent highway share, you will be traveling on local roads the entire time. The path offers a technical feel that contrasts sharply with fast-paced highway driving. Stay alert as you transition between these local streets, as the lack of highway stretches means you should anticipate a constant, winding pace.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 19 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Baker 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 Webster Springs, WV to Charleston, WV is easy. At 1h 50m 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 Webster Springs, WV to Charleston, WV is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Baker Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| North Main Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Miller Mountain Road | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Holly River | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Kanawha Run Road | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Airport Road | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Day's Drive | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Sutton Lane | Unavailable | Refreshing |
Per-road distance and duration are being refreshed from OSRM for this route.
Longest stretch:
Baker Street
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Webster Springs, WV and Charleston, WV.
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Start on the route
49 ft
·
6 sec
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the route
2
Turn right onto Baker Street
141 ft
·
8 sec
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Baker Street
3
Turn left onto North Main Street
430 ft
·
10 sec
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North Main Street
4
Turn right onto Miller Mountain Road
9.3 mi
·
13 min
·
Miller Mountain Road
5
Turn left onto Holly River
9.7 mi
·
14 min
·
Holly River
6
Continue on Kanawha Run Road
6.6 mi
·
9 min
·
Kanawha Run Road
7
Continue on Airport Road
6.3 mi
·
9 min
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Airport Road
8
Turn right onto Day's Drive
1.1 mi
·
4 min
·
Day's Drive
9
At the end of the road, turn left onto Day's Drive
525 ft
·
25 sec
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Day's Drive
10
Turn right onto Sutton Lane
0.1 mi
·
16 sec
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Sutton Lane
11
Turn left onto Scott Fork Road
0.1 mi
·
18 sec
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Scott Fork Road
12
Take the ramp left toward I 79 South
0.2 mi
·
31 sec
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I 79 South
13
Merge slight left onto Senator Jennings Randolph Highway
67 mi
·
1 hr 11 min
·
Senator Jennings Randolph Highway
14
Merge slight right
2.3 mi
·
2 min
15
Take the exit slight right toward Leon Sullivan Way, Capitol Street
0.2 mi
·
23 sec
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Leon Sullivan Way, Capitol Street
16
Keep slight left to continue on Leon Sullivan Way
0.2 mi
·
26 sec
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Leon Sullivan Way
17
Turn right onto Washington Street East
0.1 mi
·
18 sec
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Washington Street East
18
Turn left onto Dickinson Street
413 ft
·
9 sec
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Dickinson Street
19
Arrive at your destination
Trip Plan
Since this is a relatively short trip, you have plenty of flexibility regarding your departure time. You can easily complete the entire 102.4-mile trek in one go without needing to schedule formal stops, though you should keep your $16 fuel budget in mind before you head out. Because the route relies on local roads like Miller Mountain Road rather than major highways, check your navigation frequently to stay on track. Avoid rushing, as the turn-heavy nature of the drive makes it more enjoyable when you take your time. This route is best tackled during daylight hours to ensure you can clearly navigate the frequent turns along the way.
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 51.2 miles from Webster Springs, WV, or about 55m 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 80 miles or 1h 26m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 51.2 miles or 55m 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 30m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Charleston, WV than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Webster Springs, 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 Webster Springs, WV
This is one driving day of about 102.4 miles and 1h 50m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Webster Springs, 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 51.2 mi from Webster Springs, WV · 55m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
51 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 51.2 miles from Webster Springs, WV, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Charleston, WV
The final approach into Charleston, 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 Charleston, 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
$16.01 one way
$32.03 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
36 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.34 | $17.51 | $35.02 |
| premium | $4.70 | $18.95 | $37.90 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $22.61 | $45.22 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$16
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$41–$66
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 35.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $11 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 30.7 | 0 | $10.75 | $4.92 |
| Efficient EV | 25.6 | 0 | $8.96 | $4.10 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 41 | 0 | $14.34 | $6.55 |
Gas CO2
36 kg
EV CO2
12 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
Charleston, WV
Evening in Charleston on Tuesday
Local time
6:12 PM
EDT
Current temp
89°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
74°F
Newtown, PA
51 mi in
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
53 degrees warmer at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
1h 50m 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 Webster Springs, WV to Charleston, WV covers 102.4 miles and takes about 1h 50m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Baker Street, North Main Street, Miller Mountain Road. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 51.2 miles from Webster Springs, WV. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $16.01 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 Webster Springs, WV to Charleston, WV is easy. At 1h 50m 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 Webster Springs, WV to Charleston, WV is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Webster Springs, WV to Charleston, WV does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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