How far is Beckley, WV from Chesapeake, WV?
The driving distance from Beckley, WV to Chesapeake, WV is about 46.2 miles (74.4 km), with a travel time of about 01h 00m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 36.2 miles (58.2 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 01m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EDT.
Reverse, save, or send this route
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This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 01h 00m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
You are leaving earlier than the recommended window, which gives you extra margin for breaks and traffic.
Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
Census-designated place in Fayette County, West Virginia
Route Weather Snapshot
Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Beckley and Chesapeake.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Beckley and Chesapeake.
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Start on North Kanawha Street
50 m · 11 sec · North Kanawha Street
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Turn left onto West Prince Street
2353 ft · 1 min · West Prince Street
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Turn straight onto West Neville Street
933 ft · 19 sec · West Neville Street
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Continue on Harper Road
1.8 mi · 5 min · Harper Road
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Take the ramp right
1656 ft · 40 sec
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Merge slight left onto West Virginia Turnpike
39.6 mi · 48 min · West Virginia Turnpike
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Take the exit slight right toward US 60, WV 61: Chelyan, Cedar Grove
2630 ft · 60 sec
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Turn right
944 ft · 35 sec
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Keep slight right
55 m · 7 sec
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Turn slight right onto 3rd Avenue
1162 ft · 23 sec · 3rd Avenue
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Continue on Maccorkle Avenue
3 mi · 4 min · Maccorkle Avenue
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Turn right onto 125th Street
2 m · 1 sec · 125th Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · 125th Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Beckley and Chesapeake.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
West Virginia Turnpike
Merge slight left onto West Virginia Turnpike
39.6 mi · 00h 48m
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.
Mostly Sunny leaving Beckley and Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Rain Showers near Chesapeake.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Beckley to Chesapeake?
The road trip is about 46.2 miles (74.4 km) and usually takes 01h 00m 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?
Powellton is a useful midpoint, sitting about 23.1 miles from Beckley and 23.1 miles from Chesapeake.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 36.2 miles (58.2 km), while the road route adds roughly 10 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 4:28 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $6.46 one way or $12.91 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 14.5 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around Beckley and Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Rain Showers near Chesapeake.
Stop Ideas Near Powellton
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 Powellton.
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Thurmond
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Charleston
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Beckley and Chesapeake. Straight-line distance: 36.13 mi (58.15 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 Chesapeake
Town in Kanawha County, West Virginia, United States
| Population | 1,393 |
| Coordinates | 38.2234400, -81.5362300 |
| Altitude | 185 |
| Country | United States |
End: Chesapeake (-81.53623, 38.22344)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 74 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 32m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 09m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 55m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 46m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 39m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 34m |
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 | $6.46 | $12.91 |
| Mid-grade | $4.43 | $7.22 | $14.44 |
| Premium | $4.78 | $7.79 | $15.58 |
| Diesel | $5.62 | $9.17 | $18.33 |
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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