Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 1m
Distance
51.6 mi
83 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$8
one way
EV Charging
Good
8 stations
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Huntington, WV
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Charleston, WV
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Connecting Huntington to Charleston, this 51.6-mile drive is a straightforward trip that takes just over an hour. Because the distance is so manageable, you can easily complete the journey as a single-day excursion without needing an overnight stay. Expect to spend roughly $8 on fuel, making this an economical route for a quick commute or day trip. You will navigate primarily via I-64, with short urban stretches on Hal Greer Boulevard and Troy Brown Way to get you in and out of the city centers. Both cities are located within the Southeast region of West Virginia, ensuring a consistent regional feel throughout your travel. This route is ideal if you are looking for a practical, low-stress way to move between these two major West Virginia hubs.
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 64 | 46.6 mi | 51m |
| Troy Brown Way | 1.7 mi | 2m |
| Hal Greer Boulevard | 0.9 mi | 2m |
| 8th Avenue | 0.8 mi | 2m |
| Lee Street East | 0.7 mi | 1m |
| 8th Street | 0.3 mi | 1m |
| Lee St Bridge | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| Dickinson Street | <0.1 mi | — |
Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.
Step-by-step road directions between Huntington, WV and Charleston, WV.
Start on 8th Street
Turn left onto 8th Avenue
Turn right onto WV 10
Keep slight right at fork onto WV 10
Continue on WV 10
Take the ramp
Merge onto I 64
Take the exit
Turn right onto US 60
Continue on US 60
Turn right onto Dickinson Street
Arrive at destination
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
26 mi into the route
Best for: Lunch, fuel, and a longer reset
This sits close to the middle of the route, so it works well for the longest stop of the day.
A short stop after about 11 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 25.8 miles from Huntington, WV, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
5 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 50.8 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
Depart onto 8th Street
Lane positioning matters here
Turn left onto 8th Avenue
Navigation decision point
Turn right onto WV 10 / Hal Greer Boulevard
Lane positioning matters here
Keep slight right at fork onto WV 10 / Hal Greer Boulevard
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Turn right onto US 60 / Lee St Bridge
Lane positioning matters here
Regular Gas
$8.07 one way
$16.14 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.34 | $8.82 | $17.65 |
| premium | $4.70 | $9.55 | $19.10 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $11.39 | $22.79 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$8
Estimated CO2 emission: 18.1 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $5 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 15.5 | 0 | $5.42 | $2.48 |
| Efficient EV | 12.9 | 0 | $4.52 | $2.06 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 20.6 | 0 | $7.22 | $3.30 |
Gas CO2
18 kg
EV CO2
6 kg (67% 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.
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Origin
Late night in Huntington on Sunday
Local time
12:27 AM
EDT
Current temp
45°F
Partly Cloudy
Destination
Late night in Charleston on Sunday
Local time
12:27 AM
EDT
Current temp
45°F
Mostly Clear
Time zone
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
Both ends of the route are sitting at about the same temperature right now.
Road read
The weather snapshot is not static. If you are leaving later, give both cities one more quick forecast check before departure.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
Expect a focused, highway-heavy experience as 90% of your travel takes place on high-speed roads. The vast majority of your time behind the wheel will be spent on I-64, which accounts for a 46.6-mile uninterrupted stretch of your journey. While the interstate allows for efficient movement, you will transition into city driving as you navigate local thoroughfares like Hal Greer Boulevard and Troy Brown Way at the start and end of your trip. The drive maintains a consistent, steady pace that is perfect for those who prefer interstate travel over navigating backroads. You will find that the transitions between the highway and local streets are clear, making the overall experience predictable and easy to manage.
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 64 and Troy Brown Way. You will hit about 8 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near 8th Street.
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 51.6 miles you will encounter 8 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: near the start (8th Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 0.3 miles (8th Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 1.1 miles (WV 10 / Hal Greer Boulevard): Lane positioning matters here.
Mostly flat terrain
Total Climb
548 ft
Total Descent
518 ft
Highest Point
756 ft
~30.1 mi in
Elevation Range
192 ft
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 1m. Total distance: 51.6 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 1m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (90%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
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, and USGS 3DEP for elevation. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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