How far is Doane, WV from Kenova, WV?
The driving distance from Doane, WV to Kenova, WV is about 49.2 miles (79.1 km), with a travel time of about 00h 59m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 30.5 miles (49.1 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 59m 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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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 00h 59m.
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.
City in Wayne County, West Virginia, United States of America
Route Weather Snapshot
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Mostly Sunny
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Doane and Kenova.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Doane and Kenova.
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Start on the route
2.9 mi · 5 min
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Turn straight
5.7 mi · 10 min
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At the end of the road, turn right
17.7 mi · 26 min
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Turn left
1.4 km · 1 min
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Turn left onto East Madison Street
1.2 km · 1 min · East Madison Street
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At the end of the road, turn right onto Old US Hwy 23
1.5 mi · 2 min · Old US Hwy 23
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Turn right
21.1 mi · 24 min
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Take the exit slight right
1312 ft · 32 sec
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Merge slight left
1.5 mi · 2 min
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Take the exit slight right toward US 52 South, WV 75: Kenova, Ceredo
1444 ft · 37 sec
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Turn left
1128 ft · 27 sec
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Continue straight
2643 ft · 52 sec
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Continue on 14th Street
15 m · 2 sec · 14th Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · 14th Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Doane and Kenova.
Turn-heavy local drive
The route has frequent decision points for its length, so lane choice and turn timing will matter more than cruising speed.
Longest stretch
Turn right
21.1 mi · 00h 24m
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 Doane and Mostly Sunny near Kenova.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Doane to Kenova?
The road trip is about 49.2 miles (79.1 km) and usually takes 00h 59m 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?
Fort Gay is a useful midpoint, sitting about 26.7 miles from Doane and 22.5 miles from Kenova.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 30.5 miles (49.1 km), while the road route adds roughly 18.7 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 4:30 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $6.89 one way or $13.78 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 15.5 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around Doane and Mostly Sunny near Kenova.
Stop Ideas Near Fort Gay
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 Fort Gay.
Huntington
Ashland Transportation Center
South Portsmouth–South Shore station
Charleston
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Doane and Kenova. Straight-line distance: 30.53 mi (49.13 km).
#1 Doane
Doane is a place in West Virginia, United States.
| Population | 0 |
| Coordinates | 37.9875900, -82.3732000 |
| Altitude | 218 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Kenova
City in Wayne County, West Virginia, United States
| Population | 2,943 |
| Coordinates | 38.3989700, -82.5782100 |
| Altitude | 170 |
| Country | United States |
End: 14th Street (-82.578182, 38.398958)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 79 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 38m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 13m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 59m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 49m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 42m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 36m |
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 | $6.89 | $13.78 |
| Mid-grade | $4.43 | $7.71 | $15.41 |
| Premium | $4.78 | $8.31 | $16.63 |
| Diesel | $5.62 | $9.79 | $19.57 |
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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