How far is Madison, WV from Beckley, WV?
The driving distance from Madison, WV to Beckley, WV is about 74.5 miles (119.9 km), with a travel time of about 01h 31m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 39.8 miles (64 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 03h 03m 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 01h 31m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
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Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
Human settlement in Wyoming County, West Virginia, United States of America
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Madison and Beckley.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Madison and Beckley.
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Start on State Street
1599 ft · 31 sec · State Street
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Turn left onto Logan
33.6 mi · 50 min
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Turn left onto Bolt Road
14.3 mi · 25 min · Bolt Road
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Continue on Harper Road
1.1 mi · 2 min · Harper Road
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Turn right onto Surveyor-Crab Orchard
1.2 mi · 2 min · Surveyor-Crab Orchard
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Continue on Central Avenue
1.1 mi · 2 min · Central Avenue
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Continue on Central Street
1.1 km · 1 min · Central Street
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At the end of the road, turn left onto Lester Highway
3.2 mi · 4 min · Lester Highway
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Take the exit left
5.4 mi · 7 min
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Turn right onto Neville Street
1577 ft · 46 sec · Neville Street
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At the end of the road, turn left onto South Heber Street
46 m · 7 sec · South Heber Street
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Turn right onto Main Street
625 ft · 27 sec · Main Street
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Turn left onto North Kanawha Street
37 m · 2 sec · North Kanawha Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · North Kanawha Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Madison and Beckley.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
Logan
Turn left onto Logan
33.6 mi · 00h 50m
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.
Slight Chance Rain Showers leaving Madison and Mostly Sunny near Beckley.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Madison to Beckley?
The road trip is about 74.5 miles (119.9 km) and usually takes 01h 31m 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?
Oceana is a useful midpoint, sitting about 30.6 miles from Madison and 43.9 miles from Beckley.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 39.8 miles (64 km), while the road route adds roughly 34.7 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 3:26 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $10.42 one way or $20.83 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 23.4 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Slight Chance Rain Showers around Madison and Mostly Sunny near Beckley.
Stop Ideas Near Oceana
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 Oceana.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Madison and Beckley. Straight-line distance: 39.77 mi (64 km).
#1 Madison
City in West Virginia, United States
| Population | 2,616 |
| Coordinates | 38.0670500, -81.8192900 |
| Altitude | 214 |
| 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: 120 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 02h 28m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 51m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 29m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 14m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 03m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 55m |
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 | $10.42 | $20.83 |
| Mid-grade | $4.43 | $11.65 | $23.30 |
| Premium | $4.78 | $12.57 | $25.13 |
| Diesel | $5.62 | $14.79 | $29.58 |
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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