How far is Beckley, WV from Saint Marys, WV?
The driving distance from Beckley, WV to Saint Marys, WV is about 154.3 miles (248.4 km), with a travel time of about 02h 58m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 111.5 miles (179.4 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 05h 57m 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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Drive time stays fixed at 02h 58m.
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 Kanawha County, West Virginia
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Beckley and Saint Marys.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Beckley and Saint Marys.
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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
56 mi · 1 hr 7 min · West Virginia Turnpike
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Keep slight right to continue on I 77 North: Parkersburg
1.9 mi · 2 min
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Keep slight left to continue on I 77 North: Parkersburg
76.9 mi · 1 hr 23 min
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Take the exit slight right toward WV 2 North, WV 68 South: Vienna, North Parkersburg
1956 ft · 48 sec
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Keep slight right to continue on WV 2 North, WV 68 South: Vienna, North Parkersburg
41 m · 4 sec
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Continue on Emerson Avenue
5 mi · 6 min · Emerson Avenue
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Continue on State Route 2
11.4 mi · 13 min · State Route 2
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Turn left onto Clay Street
118 m · 18 sec · Clay Street
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Turn left onto 2nd Street
9 m · 1 sec · 2nd Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · 2nd Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Beckley and Saint Marys.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
I 77 North
Keep slight left to continue on I 77 North: Parkersburg
76.9 mi · 01h 23m
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 Saint Marys.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Beckley to Saint Marys?
The road trip is about 154.3 miles (248.4 km) and usually takes 02h 58m 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?
Sissonville is a useful midpoint, sitting about 77.2 miles from Beckley and 77.2 miles from Saint Marys.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 111.5 miles (179.4 km), while the road route adds roughly 42.8 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 12:32 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $21.59 one way or $43.17 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 48.4 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Chance Rain Showers around Beckley and Chance Rain Showers near Saint Marys.
Stop Ideas Near Sissonville
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Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Sissonville.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Beckley and Saint Marys. Straight-line distance: 111.49 mi (179.43 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 Saint Marys
City in West Virginia, USA
| Population | 1,757 |
| Coordinates | 39.3917400, -81.2051100 |
| Altitude | 190 |
| Country | United States |
End: Saint Marys (-81.20511, 39.39174)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 248 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 05h 08m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 03h 51m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 03h 05m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 34m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 12m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 55m |
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 | $21.59 | $43.17 |
| Mid-grade | $4.43 | $24.14 | $48.28 |
| Premium | $4.78 | $26.04 | $52.08 |
| Diesel | $5.62 | $30.65 | $61.30 |
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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