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

221.7 miles 356.8 km · straight line
277.1 miles estimated 446 km · driving distance
5h 35min estimated drive time
$27 - $33 estimated fuel cost
~57min flight time
136° SE bearing direction

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

The distance from Charleston, West Virginia to Durham, North Carolina is 221.7 miles (356.8 km) as the crow flies. Durham, North Carolina is located SE of Charleston, West Virginia. By car, the driving distance is approximately 277.1 miles, taking about 5h 35min. A direct flight would take roughly 57min. Both are located in United States — Charleston, West Virginia in West Virginia and Durham, 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 Durham, 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 Durham, North Carolina

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 5h 35min $27 - $33 Flexible stops
Fly ~57min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~6h 42min $22–$42* Budget
Train ~5h 18min $33–$97* Comfort

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

Quick Facts

Charleston, West Virginia
38.35°N, 81.63°W
America/New_York
182m elevation
Durham, North Carolina
35.99°N, 78.90°W
America/New_York
123m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 74 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 18 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 112.3 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients