How far is Raphine, VA from Covington, VA?
The driving distance from Raphine, VA to Covington, VA is about 57.8 miles (93.1 km), with a travel time of about 01h 05m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 42.7 miles (68.7 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 10m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EST.
Reverse, save, or send this route
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.
Flight Distance
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 01h 05m.
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.
Town in Virginia, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.
Patchy Fog then Mostly Sunny
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Raphine and Covington.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Raphine and Covington.
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Start on Raphine Road
2279 ft · 1 min · Raphine Road
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Take the ramp right
1062 ft · 26 sec
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Merge slight left
13.3 mi · 14 min
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Keep slight right to continue on I 64 West: Lexington, Charleston
42.1 mi · 46 min
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Take the exit slight right toward VA 154: Covington, Hot Springs
754 ft · 18 sec
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Keep slight left
34 m · 5 sec
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Turn left onto South Durant Road
1949 ft · 49 sec · South Durant Road
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Continue on South Craig Avenue
1.3 km · 1 min · South Craig Avenue
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Continue on West Locust Street
675 ft · 19 sec · West Locust Street
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Turn left onto North Lexington Avenue
107 m · 9 sec · North Lexington Avenue
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Turn right onto West Main Street
1653 ft · 49 sec · West Main Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · West Main Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Raphine and Covington.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
I 64 West
Keep slight right to continue on I 64 West: Lexington, Charleston
42.1 mi · 00h 46m
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 Fog then Mostly Sunny leaving Raphine and Mostly Sunny near Covington.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Raphine to Covington?
The road trip is about 57.8 miles (93.1 km) and usually takes 01h 05m 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?
Goshen is a useful midpoint, sitting about 28.9 miles from Raphine and 29 miles from Covington.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 42.7 miles (68.7 km), while the road route adds roughly 15.1 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 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EST. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 4:20 PM EST.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $7.99 one way or $15.98 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 18.1 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Patchy Fog then Mostly Sunny around Raphine and Mostly Sunny near Covington.
Stop Ideas Near Goshen
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 Goshen.
Clifton Forge
Staunton station
Kemper Street station
White Sulphur Springs
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Raphine and Covington. Straight-line distance: 42.69 mi (68.7 km).
#1 Raphine
Raphine is a place in Virginia, United States.
| Population | 0 |
| Coordinates | 37.9373500, -79.2328100 |
| Altitude | 564 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Covington
Independent city in Virginia, United States
| Population | 5,639 |
| Coordinates | 37.7934600, -79.9939500 |
| Altitude | 381 |
| Country | United States |
End: Covington (-79.99395, 37.79346)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 93 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 55m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 26m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 09m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 57m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 49m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 43m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.92 | $7.99 | $15.98 |
| Mid-grade | $4.41 | $9.00 | $18.01 |
| Premium | $4.82 | $9.83 | $19.67 |
| Diesel | $6.20 | $12.64 | $25.28 |
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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