Charleston, West Virginia to Chicago: Road Trip Guide & Distance
How far is Charleston, West Virginia from Chicago?
The distance from Charleston, West Virginia to Chicago is 399.7 miles (643.2 km) as the crow flies. Chicago is located NW of Charleston, West Virginia. By car, the driving distance is approximately 482.7 miles, taking about 9h 23min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 18min. Both are located in United States — Charleston, West Virginia in West Virginia and Chicago in Illinois.
This is a solid day of driving. Be sure to take breaks every 2-3 hours to avoid driver fatigue, and plan your meals ahead of time. Since you'll be heading mostly West, pack a good pair of sunglasses if you plan to drive during the late afternoon to avoid the harsh sun glare.
Coordinates come from public place data for Charleston, West Virginia and Chicago. The driving distance uses an OSRM road-route result when route data is available. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.
How to Get from Charleston, West Virginia to Chicago
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Quick Facts
Did You Know?
- At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 133 hours of non-stop walking
- By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 33 hours
- You could travel this distance about 62.3 times to circle the Earth's equator