How far is Charleston, WV from White Sulphur Springs, WV?
The driving distance from Charleston, WV to White Sulphur Springs, WV is about 120.6 miles (194.1 km), with a travel time of about 02h 19m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 82.1 miles (132.1 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 04h 39m 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 19m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
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Halfway Point
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City in Lincoln County, Kentucky, United States of America
Route Weather Snapshot
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Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Rain Showers
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Charleston and White Sulphur Springs.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Charleston and White Sulphur Springs.
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Start on Dickinson Street
11 m · 4 sec · Dickinson Street
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Turn right onto Lee Street East
1333 ft · 32 sec · Lee Street East
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Turn left onto Brooks Street
981 ft · 19 sec · Brooks Street
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Take the ramp straight toward I 64, I 77, I 79
1117 ft · 27 sec
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Keep slight right to continue on I 64 East, I 77 South: Beckley
1069 ft · 26 sec
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Merge slight left
59.1 mi · 1 hr 10 min
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Take the exit slight left toward I 64 East: Lewisburg
56.3 mi · 1 hr 2 min
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Take the exit slight right toward White Sulphur Springs, Caldwell
1451 ft · 41 sec
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Turn left onto Harts Run Road
803 ft · 19 sec · Harts Run Road
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At the end of the road, turn right
3.9 mi · 6 min
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · East Main Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Charleston and White Sulphur Springs.
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 64 East
Merge slight left
59.1 mi · 01h 10m
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 then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms leaving Charleston and Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Rain Showers near White Sulphur Springs.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Charleston to White Sulphur Springs?
The road trip is about 120.6 miles (194.1 km) and usually takes 02h 19m 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?
Crab Orchard is a useful midpoint, sitting about 60.3 miles from Charleston and 60.3 miles from White Sulphur Springs.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 82.1 miles (132.1 km), while the road route adds roughly 38.5 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 1:50 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $16.87 one way or $33.75 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 37.9 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms around Charleston and Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Rain Showers near White Sulphur Springs.
Stop Ideas Near Crab Orchard
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 Crab Orchard.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Charleston and White Sulphur Springs. Straight-line distance: 82.06 mi (132.07 km).
#1 Charleston
The capital of West Virginia.
| Population | 45,879 |
| Coordinates | 38.3498200, -81.6326200 |
| Altitude | 182 |
| Country | United States |
#2 White Sulphur Springs
City in Greenbrier County, West Virginia, United States
| Population | 2,325 |
| Coordinates | 37.7965100, -80.2975700 |
| Altitude | 566 |
| Country | United States |
End: White Sulphur Springs (-80.29757, 37.79651)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 194 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 04h 01m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 03h 00m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 24m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 00m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 43m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 30m |
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 | $16.87 | $33.75 |
| Mid-grade | $4.43 | $18.87 | $37.74 |
| Premium | $4.78 | $20.35 | $40.71 |
| Diesel | $5.62 | $23.96 | $47.92 |
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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