How far is Terra Alta, WV from Charleston, WV?
Distance by Flight
Shortest distance between Terra Alta and Charleston is 135.33 miles (217.8 km).
Flight distance from Terra Alta, WV to Charleston, WV is 135.33 miles. Estimated flight time is 00 hours 21 minutes.
It takes 00 hours 19 minutes to travel from Terra Alta to Charleston with an airplane (average speed of 550 miles).
Driving distance
The driving distance from Terra Alta, West Virginia to Charleston, West Virginia is: 177.82 miles (286.18 km) by car.
Driving from Terra Alta to Charleston will take approximately 03 hours 06 minutes.
#1 Terra Alta
City in Preston County, West Virginia, United States of America
| Population | 1504 |
|---|---|
| GPS Coordinates | 39°26'44"N 79°32'47"W |
| Latitude | 39.4456500 |
| Longitude | -79.5464400 |
| Altitude | 787 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Charleston
The capital of West Virginia. It is located on the Kanawha River in the eastern part of the state. Charleston is known for its many parks and green spaces, its many historical sites, and its many attractions, such as the West Virginia State Capitol and the Clay Center for the Arts and Sciences.
| Population | 45879 |
|---|---|
| GPS Coordinates | 38°20'59"N 81°37'57"W |
| Latitude | 38.3498200 |
| Longitude | -81.6326200 |
| Altitude | 182 |
| Country | United States |
Ending point in Charleston: Dickinson Street (-81.632578,38.349779)
Estimated Travel Time Between Terra Alta and Charleston
The distance between Terra Alta and Charleston is 286 km if you choose to drive by road. You can go 03 hours 10 minutes if you drive your car at an average speed of 90 kilometers / hour. For different choices, please review the avg. speed travel time table on the below.
There is no time difference between Terra Alta and Charleston. The current time is 20:03:31.
| Average Speed | Travel Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 05 hours 55 minutes |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 04 hours 26 minutes |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 03 hours 33 minutes |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02 hours 57 minutes |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02 hours 32 minutes |
| 75 mph (120.7 km/h) | 02 hours 22 minutes |
| 80 mph (128.75 km/h) | 02 hours 13 minutes |
Gas Consumption
A car with a fuel efficiency of 8.3 l/100 km will need 23.75 liters (6.27 gallon) of gas to cover the route between Terra Alta and Charleston.
The estimated cost of gas to go from Terra Alta to Charleston is $21.23 (diesel $26.59).
West Virginia gas prices.
| Gasoline | Mid Grade | Premium | Diesel | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gallon | $3.38 | $3.73 | $4.07 | $4.24 |
| Total | $21.23 | $23.39 | $25.55 | $26.59 |
Take a look at our Gas Cost Calculator feature. It will figure out how much it will cost to drive this particular distance.
The average gas price (in West Virginia ) per gallon of daily gas for calculations is $3.383 (Diesel $4.238) /gallon. Last changed prices on April 25, 2024.
How did we calculate the distance?
The place names are translated into coordinates to approximate the distance between Terra Alta and Charleston (latitude and longitude). Cities, states, and countries each have their own regional center. The Haversine formula is used to measure the radius.
