How far is Fayette, WV from Beckley, WV?
The driving distance from Fayette, WV to Beckley, WV is about 26.5 miles (42.6 km), with a travel time of about 00h 44m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 20.7 miles (33.3 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 28m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM EDT.
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Driving Route Map
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Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Fayette and Beckley.
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Start on Fayette Station Road
4.1 mi · 12 min · Fayette Station Road
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Turn right
16.5 mi · 21 min
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Take the exit slight right toward US 19 South, WV 16: Bradley, North Beckley
2170 ft · 60 sec
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Turn left onto Robert C. Byrd Drive
3.3 mi · 6 min · Robert C. Byrd Drive
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Continue on Robert C. Byrd Drive
1.3 mi · 2 min · Robert C. Byrd Drive
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Turn left onto North Kanawha Street
1.2 km · 1 min · North Kanawha Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · North Kanawha Street
Car Route Details
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Straightforward drive
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16.5 mi · 00h 21m
Route Summary
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A short regional drive
This route is short enough to handle as a quick errand, commute, or easy same-day return without much planning overhead.
Showers And Thunderstorms Likely leaving Fayette and Chance Rain Showers near Beckley.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Fayette to Beckley?
The road trip is about 26.5 miles (42.6 km) and usually takes 00h 44m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route is short enough to handle as a quick errand, commute, or easy same-day return without much planning overhead.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Oak Hill is a useful midpoint, sitting about 13.2 miles from Fayette and 13.2 miles from Beckley.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 20.7 miles (33.3 km), while the road route adds roughly 5.8 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 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM EDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 7:02 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $3.68 one way or $7.37 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 8.3 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Showers And Thunderstorms Likely around Fayette and Chance Rain Showers near Beckley.
Stop Ideas Near Oak Hill
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Fayette and Beckley. Straight-line distance: 20.68 mi (33.28 km).
#1 Fayette
City in and county seat of Fayette County, Alabama, United States
| Population | 4,619 |
| Coordinates | 38.0634400, -81.0734300 |
| Altitude | 280 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Beckley
City in and county seat of Raleigh County, West Virginia, United States
| Population | 15,805 |
| Coordinates | 37.7781700, -81.1881600 |
| Altitude | 738 |
| Country | United States |
End: North Kanawha Street (-81.188043, 37.778209)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 43 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 00h 52m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 39m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 31m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 26m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 22m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 19m |
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 | $3.68 | $7.37 |
| Mid-grade | $4.43 | $4.12 | $8.24 |
| Premium | $4.78 | $4.44 | $8.89 |
| Diesel | $5.62 | $5.23 | $10.46 |
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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