How far is Beckley, WV from Ansted, WV?
The driving distance from Beckley, WV to Ansted, WV is about 29.3 miles (47.2 km), with a travel time of about 00h 47m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 25.2 miles (40.6 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 34m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EDT.
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This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.
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Halfway Point
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Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Beckley and Ansted.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Beckley and Ansted.
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Start on North Kanawha Street
1.2 km · 1 min · North Kanawha Street
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Turn right onto Robert C. Byrd Drive
1.3 mi · 2 min · Robert C. Byrd Drive
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Continue on Robert C. Byrd Drive
3.3 mi · 6 min · Robert C. Byrd Drive
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Take the exit right toward US 19 North: Summersville
18.9 mi · 25 min
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Turn left onto Ames Heights Road
1.1 km · 2 min · Ames Heights Road
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Continue on Chestnutburg Road
4 mi · 10 min · Chestnutburg Road
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Continue on Elm Street
579 ft · 27 sec · Elm Street
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Turn right onto Walnut Street
580 ft · 31 sec · Walnut Street
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Turn left onto East Main Street
1079 ft · 31 sec · East Main Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · West Main Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Beckley and Ansted.
Turn-heavy local drive
The route has frequent decision points for its length, so lane choice and turn timing will matter more than cruising speed.
US 19 North
Take the exit right toward US 19 North: Summersville
18.9 mi · 00h 25m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A comfortable day-trip route
This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.
Chance Rain Showers leaving Beckley and Chance Rain Showers near Ansted.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Beckley to Ansted?
The road trip is about 29.3 miles (47.2 km) and usually takes 00h 47m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Oak Hill is a useful midpoint, sitting about 14.7 miles from Beckley and 14.7 miles from Ansted.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 25.2 miles (40.6 km), while the road route adds roughly 4.1 extra miles because roads do not follow the straight air line.
When is the best time to leave for this route?
A good departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 4:56 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $4.12 one way or $8.24 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 9.2 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Chance Rain Showers around Beckley and Chance Rain Showers near Ansted.
Stop Ideas Near Oak Hill
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Oak Hill.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Beckley and Ansted. Straight-line distance: 25.2 mi (40.56 km).
#1 Beckley
City in and county seat of Raleigh County, West Virginia, United States
| Population | 15,805 |
| Coordinates | 37.7781700, -81.1881600 |
| Altitude | 738 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Ansted
Town in Fayette County, West Virginia
| Population | 1,300 |
| Coordinates | 38.1362200, -81.0995500 |
| Altitude | 402 |
| Country | United States |
End: Ansted (-81.09955, 38.13622)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 47 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 00h 58m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 43m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 35m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 29m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 25m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 21m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
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| Regular gas | $3.96 | $4.12 | $8.24 |
| Mid-grade | $4.43 | $4.61 | $9.21 |
| Premium | $4.78 | $4.97 | $9.94 |
| Diesel | $5.62 | $5.85 | $11.70 |
Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.
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