How far is Glendale, WV from Charleston, WV?
The driving distance from Glendale, WV to Charleston, WV is about 152.5 miles (245.5 km), with a travel time of about 02h 42m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 120.1 miles (193.3 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 05h 24m 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.
Flight Distance
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 02h 42m.
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 and county seat of Wood County, West Virginia
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Glendale and Charleston.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Glendale and Charleston.
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Start on Wheeling Avenue
1.2 mi · 2 min · Wheeling Avenue
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Continue on Lafayette Avenue
2.1 mi · 4 min · Lafayette Avenue
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Continue on Energy Road
21.6 mi · 26 min · Energy Road
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Continue on North State Route 2
1.3 mi · 2 min · North State Route 2
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Continue on 3rd Street
2 mi · 2 min · 3rd Street
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Continue on Vine Street
4.3 mi · 5 min · Vine Street
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Continue on North 4th Avenue
5 mi · 6 min · North 4th Avenue
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Turn left onto Elizabeth Street
82 m · 4 sec · Elizabeth Street
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Turn right onto Chelsea Street
16.8 mi · 19 min · Chelsea Street
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Continue on 3rd Street
11.7 mi · 13 min · 3rd Street
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Continue on Emerson Avenue
5.1 mi · 6 min · Emerson Avenue
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Take the exit right
76.6 mi · 1 hr 22 min
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Continue straight
3.1 mi · 4 min
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Take the exit slight right toward Leon Sullivan Way, Capitol Street
958 ft · 23 sec
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Keep slight left to continue on Leon Sullivan Way
992 ft · 26 sec
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Turn right onto Washington Street East
657 ft · 18 sec · Washington Street East
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Turn left onto Dickinson Street
126 m · 9 sec · Dickinson Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Dickinson Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Glendale and Charleston.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
Emerson Avenue
Take the exit right
76.6 mi · 01h 22m
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.
Chance Rain Showers leaving Glendale and Chance Rain Showers near Charleston.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Glendale to Charleston?
The road trip is about 152.5 miles (245.5 km) and usually takes 02h 42m 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?
Parkersburg is a useful midpoint, sitting about 75.6 miles from Glendale and 76.9 miles from Charleston.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 120.1 miles (193.3 km), while the road route adds roughly 32.4 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 1:06 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $22.78 one way or $45.57 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 47.8 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Chance Rain Showers around Glendale and Chance Rain Showers near Charleston.
Stop Ideas Near Parkersburg
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Transit and Meeting Points
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Charleston
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Glendale and Charleston. Straight-line distance: 120.11 mi (193.3 km).
#1 Glendale
Glendale is a place in West Virginia, United States.
| Population | 0 |
| Coordinates | 39.9492400, -80.7542500 |
| Altitude | 211 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Charleston
The capital of West Virginia.
| Population | 45,879 |
| Coordinates | 38.3498200, -81.6326200 |
| Altitude | 182 |
| Country | United States |
End: Dickinson Street (-81.632578, 38.349779)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 246 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 05h 04m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 03h 48m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 03h 03m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 32m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 10m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 54m |
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 | $4.24 | $22.78 | $45.57 |
| Mid-grade | $4.67 | $25.15 | $50.29 |
| Premium | $5.12 | $27.55 | $55.09 |
| Diesel | $6.36 | $34.24 | $68.48 |
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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