Akron to Charleston, West Virginia: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Akron from Charleston, West Virginia?

The distance from Akron to Charleston, West Virginia is 188.8 miles (303.9 km) as the crow flies. Charleston, West Virginia is located S of Akron. By car, the driving distance is approximately 236.1 miles, taking about 4h 45min. A direct flight would take roughly 53min. Both are located in United States — Akron in Ohio and Charleston, West Virginia in West Virginia.

For a drive of this length, it's recommended to plan at least one quick rest stop to stretch your legs and grab a coffee. Given the short distance, driving or taking a train is often faster and more convenient than dealing with airport security and flight boarding times.

Coordinates come from public place data for Akron and Charleston, West Virginia. The driving distance is estimated from straight-line distance with a road-factor model, so confirm the route in your navigation app. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.