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

226.1 miles 363.9 km · straight line
282.7 miles estimated 454.9 km · driving distance
5h 41min estimated drive time
$27 - $33 estimated fuel cost
~57min flight time
90° E bearing direction

How far is Charleston, West Virginia from Fredericksburg?

The distance from Charleston, West Virginia to Fredericksburg is 226.1 miles (363.9 km) as the crow flies. Fredericksburg is located E of Charleston, West Virginia. By car, the driving distance is approximately 282.7 miles, taking about 5h 41min. A direct flight would take roughly 57min. Both are located in United States — Charleston, West Virginia in West Virginia and Fredericksburg in 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. 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 Fredericksburg. 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 Fredericksburg

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 5h 41min $27 - $33 Flexible stops
Fly ~57min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~6h 49min $23–$42* Budget
Train ~5h 24min $34–$99* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Charleston, West Virginia & Fredericksburg

Quick Facts

Charleston, West Virginia
38.35°N, 81.63°W
America/New_York
182m elevation
Fredericksburg
38.30°N, 77.46°W
America/New_York
15m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 75 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 19 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 110.1 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients