How far is South Charleston, WV from Pea Ridge, WV?
The driving distance from South Charleston, WV to Pea Ridge, WV is about 39.6 miles (63.8 km), with a travel time of about 00h 46m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 33.7 miles (54.3 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 32m 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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Halfway Point
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City in West Virginia
Route Weather Snapshot
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Slight Chance Rain Showers then Partly Sunny
Mostly Sunny
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between South Charleston and Pea Ridge.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between South Charleston and Pea Ridge.
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Start on MacCorkle Avenue Southwest
1.6 km · 2 min · MacCorkle Avenue Southwest
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Turn left
1361 ft · 36 sec
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Merge slight left
35.4 mi · 38 min
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Take the exit slight right toward WV 2, WV 193: Barboursville
1629 ft · 42 sec
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Turn left onto Big Ben Bowen Highway
1691 ft · 45 sec · Big Ben Bowen Highway
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Turn right onto Midland Trail
1.9 mi · 3 min · Midland Trail
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Turn right onto East Pea Ridge Road
1969 ft · 57 sec · East Pea Ridge Road
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Turn right
147 m · 21 sec
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between South Charleston and Pea Ridge.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
MacCorkle Avenue Southwest
Merge slight left
35.4 mi · 00h 38m
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 then Partly Sunny leaving South Charleston and Mostly Sunny near Pea Ridge.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from South Charleston to Pea Ridge?
The road trip is about 39.6 miles (63.8 km) and usually takes 00h 46m 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?
Hurricane is a useful midpoint, sitting about 19.8 miles from South Charleston and 19.9 miles from Pea Ridge.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 33.7 miles (54.3 km), while the road route adds roughly 5.9 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 4:58 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $5.55 one way or $11.09 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 12.4 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Slight Chance Rain Showers then Partly Sunny around South Charleston and Mostly Sunny near Pea Ridge.
Stop Ideas Near Hurricane
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 Hurricane.
Charleston
Huntington
Ashland Transportation Center
Montgomery
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between South Charleston and Pea Ridge. Straight-line distance: 33.74 mi (54.3 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 Pea Ridge
City in Arkansas, USA
| Population | 6,650 |
| Coordinates | 38.4139700, -82.3198700 |
| Altitude | 191 |
| Country | United States |
End: Pea Ridge (-82.31987, 38.41397)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 64 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 19m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 59m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 47m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 39m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 33m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 29m |
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 | $5.55 | $11.09 |
| Mid-grade | $4.43 | $6.20 | $12.40 |
| Premium | $4.78 | $6.69 | $13.38 |
| Diesel | $5.62 | $7.87 | $15.75 |
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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