Charleston, West Virginia to Detroit: Road Trip Guide & Distance
How far is Charleston, West Virginia from Detroit?
The distance from Charleston, West Virginia to Detroit is 285 miles (458.6 km) as the crow flies. Detroit is located NNW of Charleston, West Virginia. By car, the driving distance is approximately 376.1 miles, taking about 7h 11min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 4min. Both are located in United States — Charleston, West Virginia in West Virginia and Detroit in Michigan.
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 Detroit. 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 Detroit
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Quick Facts
Did You Know?
- At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 95 hours of non-stop walking
- By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 24 hours
- You could travel this distance about 87.4 times to circle the Earth's equator