How far is Chesapeake, WV from Charleston, WV?

Distance by Flight

Shortest distance between Chesapeake and Charleston is 10.18 miles (16.38 km).

Flight distance from Chesapeake, WV to Charleston, WV is 10.18 miles. Estimated flight time is 00 hours 01 minutes.

Driving distance

The driving distance from Chesapeake, West Virginia to Charleston, West Virginia is: 13.46 miles (21.66 km) by car.

Driving from Chesapeake to Charleston will take approximately 00 hours 16 minutes.

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#1 Chesapeake

Town in Kanawha County, West Virginia, United States

Population 1393
GPS Coordinates 38°13'24"N 81°32'10"W
Latitude 38.2234400
Longitude -81.5362300
Altitude 185
Country United States
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#2 Charleston

The capital of West Virginia. It is located on the Kanawha River in the eastern part of the state. Charleston is known for its many parks and green spaces, its many historical sites, and its many attractions, such as the West Virginia State Capitol and the Clay Center for the Arts and Sciences.

Population 45879
GPS Coordinates 38°20'59"N 81°37'57"W
Latitude 38.3498200
Longitude -81.6326200
Altitude 182
Country United States

Estimated Travel Time Between Chesapeake and Charleston

The distance between Chesapeake and Charleston is 22 km if you choose to drive by road. You can go 00 hours 14 minutes if you drive your car at an average speed of 90 kilometers / hour. For different choices, please review the avg. speed travel time table on the below.

There is no time difference between Chesapeake and Charleston. The current time is 22:09:26.

Average Speed Travel Time
30 mph (48.3 km/h) 00 hours 26 minutes
40 mph (64.37 km/h) 00 hours 20 minutes
50 mph (80.47 km/h) 00 hours 16 minutes
60 mph (96.56 km/h) 00 hours 13 minutes
70 mph (112.65 km/h) 00 hours 11 minutes
75 mph (120.7 km/h) 00 hours 10 minutes
80 mph (128.75 km/h) 00 hours 10 minutes

Gas Consumption

A car with a fuel efficiency of 8.3 l/100 km will need 1.8 liters (0.47 gallon) of gas to cover the route between Chesapeake and Charleston.
The estimated cost of gas to go from Chesapeake to Charleston is $1.61 (diesel $2.01).

West Virginia gas prices.

Gasoline Mid Grade Premium Diesel
Gallon $3.38 $3.73 $4.07 $4.24
Total $1.61 $1.77 $1.93 $2.01

Take a look at our Gas Cost Calculator feature. It will figure out how much it will cost to drive this particular distance.

The average gas price (in West Virginia ) per gallon of daily gas for calculations is $3.383 (Diesel $4.238) /gallon. Last changed prices on March 18, 2024.

How did we calculate the distance?

The place names are translated into coordinates to approximate the distance between Chesapeake and Charleston (latitude and longitude). Cities, states, and countries each have their own regional center. The Haversine formula is used to measure the radius.

Distance to Other Cities

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Driving distance from Beckley, WV to Chesapeake 47.38 miles (76 km)

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Driving distance from Fairmont, WV to Chesapeake 152.49 miles (245 km)

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Driving distance from Huntington, WV to Chesapeake 68.51 miles (110 km)

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Driving distance from Martinsburg, WV to Chesapeake 318.49 miles (513 km)

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Driving distance from Morgantown, WV to Chesapeake 168.94 miles (272 km)

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Driving distance from Parkersburg, WV to Chesapeake 89.94 miles (145 km)

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Driving distance from Weirton, WV to Chesapeake 213.24 miles (343 km)

Driving distance from Weirton Heights, WV to Chesapeake 215.83 miles (347 km)

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Driving distance from Wheeling, WV to Chesapeake 190.78 miles (307 km)

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