How far is Rainelle, WV from Charleston, WV?
The driving distance from Rainelle, WV to Charleston, WV is about 86.1 miles (138.6 km), with a travel time of about 01h 40m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 53.9 miles (86.7 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 03h 21m 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 40m.
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Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
Human settlement in Fayette 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 Rainelle and Charleston.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Rainelle and Charleston.
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Start on Maryland Avenue
7 m · 7 sec · Maryland Avenue
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Turn left onto Kanawha Avenue
11.7 mi · 17 min · Kanawha Avenue
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Continue straight
14.2 mi · 20 min
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Continue on Midland Trail
1548 ft · 24 sec · Midland Trail
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Continue on East Main Street
2.7 mi · 6 min · East Main Street
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Continue on Midland Trail
7.6 mi · 11 min · Midland Trail
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Continue on Midland Trail
22.2 mi · 34 min · Midland Trail
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Continue on Kanawha Boulevard East
1.2 km · 1 min · Kanawha Boulevard East
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Turn left
2528 ft · 51 sec
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Take the ramp slight right
1392 ft · 34 sec
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Merge slight left onto West Virginia Turnpike
15.1 mi · 17 min · West Virginia Turnpike
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Take the exit slight right toward Leon Sullivan Way, Capitol Street
2329 ft · 57 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 Rainelle 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.
Midland Trail
Continue on Midland Trail
22.2 mi · 00h 34m
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.
Mostly Sunny leaving Rainelle and Mostly Sunny near Charleston.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Rainelle to Charleston?
The road trip is about 86.1 miles (138.6 km) and usually takes 01h 40m 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?
Gauley Bridge is a useful midpoint, sitting about 38.1 miles from Rainelle and 48 miles from Charleston.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 53.9 miles (86.7 km), while the road route adds roughly 32.2 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 3:08 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $12.04 one way or $24.08 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 27 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around Rainelle and Mostly Sunny near Charleston.
Stop Ideas Near Gauley Bridge
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 Gauley Bridge.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Rainelle and Charleston. Straight-line distance: 53.9 mi (86.74 km).
#1 Rainelle
City in Greenbrier County, West Virginia, United States of America
| Population | 1,516 |
| Coordinates | 37.9687300, -80.7670300 |
| Altitude | 733 |
| 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: 139 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 02h 52m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02h 09m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 43m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 26m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 13m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 04m |
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 | $12.04 | $24.08 |
| Mid-grade | $4.43 | $13.46 | $26.93 |
| Premium | $4.78 | $14.53 | $29.05 |
| Diesel | $5.62 | $17.10 | $34.19 |
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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