How far is Blennerhassett, WV from South Charleston, WV?
The driving distance from Blennerhassett, WV to South Charleston, WV is about 85.6 miles (137.7 km), with a travel time of about 01h 16m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 62 miles (99.7 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 33m 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 01h 16m.
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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 Blennerhassett and South Charleston.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Blennerhassett and South Charleston.
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Start on Dupont Road
1.4 mi · 2 min · Dupont Road
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Continue straight
150 m · 18 sec
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Take the ramp left
1847 ft · 45 sec
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Merge slight left onto Corridor D
1.8 mi · 2 min · Corridor D
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Keep slight left to continue on Corridor D
1.1 mi · 1 min · Corridor D
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Take the exit slight right toward WV 14
1393 ft · 37 sec
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Turn right onto Division Street
861 ft · 26 sec · Division Street
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Turn left onto Camden Avenue
1.3 km · 1 min · Camden Avenue
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Continue on West Virginia Route 95
1.9 mi · 3 min · West Virginia Route 95
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Take the ramp straight toward I 77, WV 2: Charleston
1165 ft · 29 sec
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Merge slight left
71.7 mi · 1 hr 17 min
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Take the exit slight right toward I 64 West, US 119 South: Huntington
906 ft · 13 sec
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Keep slight left
2411 ft · 34 sec
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Merge slight right
2.6 mi · 3 min
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Take the exit slight right toward Montrose Drive
1191 ft · 32 sec
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Turn right onto Montrose Drive
960 ft · 18 sec · Montrose Drive
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Turn left onto MacCorkle Avenue Southwest
1.2 km · 1 min · MacCorkle Avenue Southwest
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · MacCorkle Avenue Southwest
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Blennerhassett and South Charleston.
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
Merge slight left
71.7 mi · 01h 17m
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.
Partly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms leaving Blennerhassett and Partly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near South Charleston.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Blennerhassett to South Charleston?
The road trip is about 85.6 miles (137.7 km) and usually takes 01h 16m 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?
Ripley is a useful midpoint, sitting about 42.1 miles from Blennerhassett and 43.4 miles from South Charleston.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 62 miles (99.7 km), while the road route adds roughly 23.6 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 3:56 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $11.96 one way or $23.92 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 26.8 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Partly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms around Blennerhassett and Partly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near South Charleston.
Stop Ideas Near Ripley
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Transit and Meeting Points
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Charleston
Huntington
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Ashland Transportation Center
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Blennerhassett and South Charleston. Straight-line distance: 61.97 mi (99.73 km).
#1 Blennerhassett
Census-designated place in Wood County, West Virginia
| Population | 3,089 |
| Coordinates | 39.2636900, -81.6292900 |
| Altitude | 238 |
| Country | United States |
#2 South Charleston
City in Kanawha County, West Virginia, United States
| Population | 12,036 |
| Coordinates | 38.3684300, -81.6995700 |
| Altitude | 183 |
| Country | United States |
End: Maccorkle Avenue Southwest (-81.699482, 38.368315)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 138 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 02h 51m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02h 08m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 42m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 25m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 13m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 04m |
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 | $11.96 | $23.92 |
| Mid-grade | $4.43 | $13.38 | $26.75 |
| Premium | $4.78 | $14.43 | $28.86 |
| Diesel | $5.62 | $16.98 | $33.97 |
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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