Origin
Charleston, WV
Late night in Charleston on Sunday
Local time
12:23 AM
EDT
Current temp
69°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Charleston, WV to Belle, WV
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
18m
Distance
12.2 mi
20 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$2
one way
EV Charging
Good
6 stations
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 17m
★
6 AM
0h 19m
8 AM
0h 22m
10 AM
0h 20m
12 PM
0h 20m
3 PM
0h 20m
5 PM
0h 22m
8 PM
0h 18m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Charleston, WV
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Belle, WV
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Trip Overview
If you are looking for a quick transition between Charleston and Belle, this 12.2-mile journey is an efficient option. You can expect to reach your destination in about 18 minutes, making it a straightforward day trip that requires no overnight stay. With a minimal fuel cost of approximately $2, it is a highly budget-friendly commute within West Virginia. The route relies heavily on major thoroughfares, ensuring a direct path through the Southeast region. Whether you are traveling for business or a quick visit, this short drive is designed for speed and convenience rather than a leisurely pace.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| US 60 | 7 mi | 10m |
| I 64 | 3.8 mi | 4m |
| Midland Avenue | 0.3 mi | 1m |
| Old US 60 | 0.3 mi | 1m |
| Lee Street East | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| Brooks Street | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| Dickinson Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
US 60
— 7 mi, about 10m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Charleston, WV and Belle, WV.
1
Start on Dickinson Street
36 ft
·
4 sec
·
Dickinson Street
2
Turn right onto US 60
0.3 mi
·
31 sec
·
Lee Street East
3
Turn left onto US 60
0.2 mi
·
18 sec
·
Brooks Street
4
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
27 sec
Toward I 64, I 77, I 79
5
Keep slight right at fork
0.2 mi
·
26 sec
Toward I 64 East, I 77 South: Beckley
6
Merge onto I 64; I 77
3.8 mi
·
4 min
·
I 64; I 77
7
Take the exit onto US 60
7.0 mi
·
10 min
·
US 60
Toward US 60 East: Midland Trail, Belle
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
Turn left onto Midland Avenue
154 ft
·
8 sec
·
Midland Avenue
9
At end of road, turn right onto Midland Avenue
0.2 mi
·
49 sec
·
Midland Avenue
10
Continue on Midland Avenue
233 ft
·
12 sec
·
Midland Avenue
11
Turn right onto CR 60/18
0.3 mi
·
1 min
·
Old US 60
12
Arrive at destination
CR 60/18
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 95 decision points cluster between mile 0.3 and 11.6 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
0.3 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
US 60 / Brooks Street
Turn left onto US 60 / Brooks Street
Navigation decision point
5
0.4 mi into trip
|
~0m in
Take the ramp toward I 64, I 77, I 79
Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward I 64, I 77, I 79
7
0.7 mi into trip
|
~1m in
Keep slight right at fork toward I 64 East, I 77 South: Beckley
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward I 64 East, I 77 South: Beckley
7
4.6 mi into trip
|
~6m in
|
US 60
Take the exit onto US 60 toward US 60 East: Midland Trail, Belle
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward US 60 East: Midland Trail, Belle
5
11.6 mi into trip
|
~16m in
|
Midland Avenue
At end of road, turn right onto Midland Avenue
Navigation decision point
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$1.91 one way
$3.82 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
4 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.34 | $2.09 | $4.17 |
| premium | $4.70 | $2.26 | $4.52 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $2.69 | $5.39 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$2
Estimated CO2 emission: 4.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $1 in charging · 0 stops · 75% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 3.7 | 0 | $1.28 | $0.59 |
| Efficient EV | 3.1 | 0 | $1.07 | $0.49 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 4.9 | 0 | $1.71 | $0.78 |
Gas CO2
4 kg
EV CO2
1 kg (75% less)
This trip is well within single-charge range for most EVs. No charging stops needed if you start fully charged.
DC fast charging avg $0.35/kWh. Home charging avg $0.16/kWh. US grid CO2: 0.39 kg/kWh.
Travel Intel
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Destination
Belle, WV
Late night in Belle on Sunday
Local time
12:23 AM
EDT
Current temp
51°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Time zone
Same local time
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
18 degrees cooler at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
18m on the road
Use the two city cards together: check the sky where you start, then compare it with the local time and temperature at arrival.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
What kind of drive is this?
This trip is predominantly a highway-focused drive, with 91% of the distance spent on high-speed roads. You will spend the bulk of your time navigating via I-64 and US 60, with the latter providing a 7-mile stretch that serves as the longest uninterrupted portion of the journey. Expect a utilitarian experience as you transition onto Midland Avenue to reach your final destination. Because the route is so concentrated on major infrastructure, you should prepare for a consistent, functional driving experience that prioritizes efficiency over varied terrain.
91% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
12 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 7 mi on US 60.
How Hard Is This Drive?
5/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US 60 and I 64. You will hit about 9 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 0.3 miles in near US 60 / Brooks Street.
Driving Effort
5/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 12.2 miles you will encounter 9 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.3 miles (US 60 / Brooks Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.4 miles: Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 0.7 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Elevation Profile
Mostly flat terrain
643 ft
596 ft
Total Climb
169 ft
Total Descent
163 ft
Highest Point
643 ft
~9.6 mi in
Elevation Range
48 ft
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 18m. Total distance: 12.2 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
18m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (91%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 7 miles on US 60. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Yes. At under 2 hours behind the wheel, this works well for families — plan one quick stop if you have younger kids.
Mostly yes along the main roads, but rural stretches through WV can have sparse or no coverage. Before you leave, download offline Google Maps or Apple Maps for the route, and consider downloading music or podcasts instead of streaming. If you depend on data for navigation, keep a paper backup of the turn-by-turn directions.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.3 miles (US 60 / Brooks Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.4 miles: Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 0.7 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Yes — Gauley River National Recreation Area. See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Belle, WV before heading back.
How this page is built
Compiled by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, EIA for fuel prices, USGS 3DEP for elevation, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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