Charleston, West Virginia to Laurel, Maryland: Road Trip Guide & Distance

263 miles 423.3 km · straight line
328.8 miles estimated 529.1 km · driving distance
6h 37min estimated drive time
$32 - $39 estimated fuel cost
~1h 2min flight time
77° ENE bearing direction

How far is Charleston, West Virginia from Laurel, Maryland?

The distance from Charleston, West Virginia to Laurel, Maryland is 263 miles (423.3 km) as the crow flies. Laurel, Maryland is located ENE of Charleston, West Virginia. By car, the driving distance is approximately 328.8 miles, taking about 6h 37min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 2min. Both are located in United States — Charleston, West Virginia in West Virginia and Laurel, Maryland in Maryland.

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 Laurel, Maryland. 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 Laurel, Maryland

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 6h 37min $32 - $39 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 2min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~7h 56min $26–$49* Budget
Train ~6h 17min $39–$115* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Charleston, West Virginia & Laurel, Maryland

Quick Facts

Charleston, West Virginia
38.35°N, 81.63°W
America/New_York
182m elevation
Laurel, Maryland
39.10°N, 76.85°W
America/New_York
51m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 88 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 22 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 94.7 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients