Charleston, West Virginia to Concord, North Carolina: Road Trip Guide & Distance

211.3 miles 340.1 km · straight line
264.1 miles estimated 425.1 km · driving distance
5h 19min estimated drive time
$25 - $31 estimated fuel cost
~56min flight time
164° SSE bearing direction

How far is Charleston, West Virginia from Concord, North Carolina?

The distance from Charleston, West Virginia to Concord, North Carolina is 211.3 miles (340.1 km) as the crow flies. Concord, North Carolina is located SSE of Charleston, West Virginia. By car, the driving distance is approximately 264.1 miles, taking about 5h 19min. A direct flight would take roughly 56min. Both are located in United States — Charleston, West Virginia in West Virginia and Concord, North Carolina in North Carolina.

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. Heading East means you'll be driving into the sunrise if you start early. Keep your windshield clean for the best visibility.

Coordinates come from public place data for Charleston, West Virginia and Concord, North Carolina. 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.

How to Get from Charleston, West Virginia to Concord, North Carolina

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 5h 19min $25 - $31 Flexible stops
Fly ~56min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~6h 23min $21–$40* Budget
Train ~5h 3min $32–$92* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Charleston, West Virginia & Concord, North Carolina

Quick Facts

Charleston, West Virginia
38.35°N, 81.63°W
America/New_York
182m elevation
Concord, North Carolina
35.41°N, 80.58°W
America/New_York
228m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 70 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 18 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 117.8 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients