How far is Rainelle, WV from Martinsburg, WV?
The driving distance from Rainelle, WV to Martinsburg, WV is about 245.8 miles (395.6 km), with a travel time of about 04h 00m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 182.7 miles (294.1 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 08h 01m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM EDT.
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This drive is better planned with a longer stop or an overnight stay.
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Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Rainelle and Martinsburg.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Rainelle and Martinsburg.
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Start on Maryland Avenue
7 m · 1 sec · Maryland Avenue
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Turn slight right onto Main Street
1.1 km · 1 min · Main Street
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Continue on State Route 20
886 ft · 15 sec · State Route 20
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Continue on Midland Trail
1.1 km · 1 min · Midland Trail
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Continue on Riverside Drive
1.1 mi · 2 min · Riverside Drive
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Continue on Midland West Trail
1.2 mi · 2 min · Midland West Trail
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Continue on State Route 20
4.1 mi · 6 min · State Route 20
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Continue on Greenbrier Street
6 mi · 9 min · Greenbrier Street
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Turn left
1413 ft · 34 sec
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Merge slight left
114.7 mi · 2 hr 4 min
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Keep slight left
114.3 mi · 2 hr 4 min
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Take the exit slight right toward WV 45: Charles Town, Shepherdstown
1178 ft · 32 sec
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Turn right onto Apple Harvest Drive
1787 ft · 55 sec · Apple Harvest Drive
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Turn left onto Winchester Avenue
1.3 mi · 2 min · Winchester Avenue
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At the end of the road, turn right onto West King Street
1738 ft · 36 sec · West King Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · East King Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Rainelle and Martinsburg.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
Greenbrier Street
Merge slight left
115 mi · 02h 04m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A longer out-and-back drive
This is still possible in one day, but it becomes a long driving day. Leaving early and planning your stop window matters more here.
Mostly Sunny leaving Rainelle and Sunny near Martinsburg.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Rainelle to Martinsburg?
The road trip is about 245.8 miles (395.6 km) and usually takes 04h 00m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This is still possible in one day, but it becomes a long driving day. Leaving early and planning your stop window matters more here.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Durbin is a useful midpoint, sitting about 122.7 miles from Rainelle and 123.2 miles from Martinsburg.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 182.7 miles (294.1 km), while the road route adds roughly 63.1 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 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM EDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 8:58 AM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $34.34 one way or $68.68 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 77.1 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around Rainelle and Sunny near Martinsburg.
Stop Ideas Near Durbin
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 Durbin.
Staunton station
Clifton Forge
White Sulphur Springs
Alderson
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Rainelle and Martinsburg. Straight-line distance: 182.75 mi (294.1 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 Martinsburg
City in West Virginia, United States
| Population | 17,514 |
| Coordinates | 39.4562100, -77.9638900 |
| Altitude | 138 |
| Country | United States |
End: East King Street (-77.963854, 39.456185)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 396 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 08h 11m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 06h 08m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 04h 54m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 04h 05m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 03h 30m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 03h 03m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.96 | $34.34 | $68.68 |
| Mid-grade | $4.43 | $38.40 | $76.80 |
| Premium | $4.78 | $41.43 | $82.85 |
| Diesel | $5.62 | $48.76 | $97.52 |
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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