How far is Elkins, WV from Charleston, WV?
Distance by Flight
Shortest distance between Elkins and Charleston is 104.28 miles (167.82 km).
Flight distance from Elkins, WV to Charleston, WV is 104.28 miles. Estimated flight time is 00 hours 16 minutes.
It takes 00 hours 15 minutes to travel from Elkins to Charleston with an airplane (average speed of 550 miles).
Driving distance
The driving distance from Elkins, West Virginia to Charleston, West Virginia is: 138.85 miles (223.45 km) by car.
Driving from Elkins to Charleston will take approximately 02 hours 06 minutes.
#1 Elkins
City in West Virginia, USA
| Population | 6908 |
|---|---|
| GPS Coordinates | 38°55'33"N 79°50'48"W |
| Latitude | 38.9259400 |
| Longitude | -79.8467300 |
| Altitude | 587 |
| Country | United States |
#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 |
Ending point in Charleston: Dickinson Street (-81.632578,38.349779)
Estimated Travel Time Between Elkins and Charleston
The distance between Elkins and Charleston is 223 km if you choose to drive by road. You can go 02 hours 28 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 Elkins and Charleston. The current time is 13:21:01.
| Average Speed | Travel Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 04 hours 37 minutes |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 03 hours 28 minutes |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02 hours 46 minutes |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02 hours 18 minutes |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01 hours 59 minutes |
| 75 mph (120.7 km/h) | 01 hours 51 minutes |
| 80 mph (128.75 km/h) | 01 hours 43 minutes |
Gas Consumption
A car with a fuel efficiency of 8.3 l/100 km will need 18.55 liters (4.9 gallon) of gas to cover the route between Elkins and Charleston.
The estimated cost of gas to go from Elkins to Charleston is $16.57 (diesel $20.76).
West Virginia gas prices.
| Gasoline | Mid Grade | Premium | Diesel | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gallon | $3.38 | $3.73 | $4.07 | $4.24 |
| Total | $16.57 | $18.27 | $19.95 | $20.76 |
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 April 25, 2024.
How did we calculate the distance?
The place names are translated into coordinates to approximate the distance between Elkins and Charleston (latitude and longitude). Cities, states, and countries each have their own regional center. The Haversine formula is used to measure the radius.
