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

How far is Charleston, West Virginia from Kingsport?

The distance from Charleston, West Virginia to Kingsport is 134.5 miles (216.4 km) as the crow flies. Kingsport is located SSW of Charleston, West Virginia. By car, the driving distance is approximately 168.1 miles, taking about 3h 23min. A direct flight would take roughly 46min. Both are located in United States — Charleston, West Virginia in West Virginia and Kingsport in Tennessee.

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. 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. Given the short distance, driving or taking a train is often faster and more convenient than dealing with airport security and flight boarding times.

Coordinates come from public place data for Charleston, West Virginia and Kingsport. 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.