How far is South Charleston, WV from Lewisburg, WV?
The driving distance from South Charleston, WV to Lewisburg, WV is about 116.5 miles (187.5 km), with a travel time of about 02h 15m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 78.6 miles (126.5 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 04h 30m 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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Drive time stays fixed at 02h 15m.
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Driving Route Map
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Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between South Charleston and Lewisburg.
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Start on MacCorkle Avenue Southwest
1.1 km · 1 min · MacCorkle Avenue Southwest
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Turn slight right
48 m · 6 sec
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Turn straight onto Montrose Drive
1484 ft · 32 sec · Montrose Drive
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Take the ramp left toward I 64 East: Charleston
1587 ft · 38 sec
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Merge slight left
63 mi · 1 hr 15 min
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Take the exit slight left toward I 64 East: Lewisburg
50.5 mi · 55 min
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Take the exit slight right toward US 219: Lewisburg, Ronceverte
1458 ft · 40 sec
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Turn right onto North Jefferson Street
1.4 mi · 2 min · North Jefferson Street
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Turn right onto West Washington Street
22 m · 1 sec · West Washington Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · West Washington Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between South Charleston and Lewisburg.
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 East
Merge slight left
63 mi · 01h 15m
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.
Sunny leaving South Charleston and Mostly Cloudy near Lewisburg.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from South Charleston to Lewisburg?
The road trip is about 116.5 miles (187.5 km) and usually takes 02h 15m 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?
Prosperity is a useful midpoint, sitting about 58.2 miles from South Charleston and 58.3 miles from Lewisburg.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 78.6 miles (126.5 km), while the road route adds roughly 37.9 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 2:00 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $16.28 one way or $32.56 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 36.5 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around South Charleston and Mostly Cloudy near Lewisburg.
Stop Ideas Near Prosperity
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 Prosperity.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between South Charleston and Lewisburg. Straight-line distance: 78.63 mi (126.55 km).
#1 South Charleston
City in Kanawha County, West Virginia, United States
| Population | 12,036 |
| Coordinates | 38.3684300, -81.6995700 |
| Altitude | 183 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Lewisburg
City in West Virginia
| Population | 3,766 |
| Coordinates | 37.8017900, -80.4456300 |
| Altitude | 634 |
| Country | United States |
End: Lewisburg (-80.44563, 37.80179)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 187 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 03h 52m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02h 54m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 19m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 56m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 39m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 27m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.96 | $16.28 | $32.56 |
| Mid-grade | $4.43 | $18.20 | $36.41 |
| Premium | $4.78 | $19.64 | $39.28 |
| Diesel | $5.62 | $23.11 | $46.23 |
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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