How far is Lavalette, WV from Charleston, WV?
The driving distance from Lavalette, WV to Charleston, WV is about 56.8 miles (91.4 km), with a travel time of about 00h 57m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 44.2 miles (71.1 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 55m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EST.
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This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination. Copy the route link, send it to another device, or print a clean version before you head out.
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 57m.
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 Monroe County, Georgia, United States of America
Route Weather Snapshot
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Patchy Frost then Partly Sunny
Partly Sunny
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Lavalette and Charleston.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Lavalette and Charleston.
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Start on the route
5.1 mi · 8 min
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Take the ramp left
998 ft · 24 sec
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Merge slight left
49.7 mi · 55 min
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Take the exit slight right toward US 60: Civic Center
1175 ft · 32 sec
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Turn right onto Lee St Bridge
158 m · 9 sec · Lee St Bridge
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Continue on Lee Street East
1.1 km · 1 min · Lee Street East
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Turn right onto Dickinson Street
11 m · 1 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 Lavalette 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.
Longest stretch
Merge slight left
49.7 mi · 00h 55m
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.
Patchy Frost then Partly Sunny leaving Lavalette and Partly Sunny near Charleston.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Lavalette to Charleston?
The road trip is about 56.8 miles (91.4 km) and usually takes 00h 57m 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?
Culloden is a useful midpoint, sitting about 28 miles from Lavalette and 28.8 miles from Charleston.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 44.2 miles (71.1 km), while the road route adds roughly 12.6 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 EST. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 4:34 PM EST.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $8.30 one way or $16.61 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 17.9 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Patchy Frost then Partly Sunny around Lavalette and Partly Sunny near Charleston.
Stop Ideas Near Culloden
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 Culloden.
Huntington
Charleston
Ashland Transportation Center
Montgomery
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Lavalette and Charleston. Straight-line distance: 44.17 mi (71.08 km).
#1 Lavalette
Lavalette is a place in West Virginia, United States.
| Population | 0 |
| Coordinates | 38.3228600, -82.4468200 |
| Altitude | 175 |
| 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: 91 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 53m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 25m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 08m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 56m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 48m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 42m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $4.13 | $8.30 | $16.61 |
| Mid-grade | $4.57 | $9.18 | $18.35 |
| Premium | $5.01 | $10.08 | $20.16 |
| Diesel | $6.38 | $12.82 | $25.63 |
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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