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

252.2 miles 405.8 km · straight line
315.2 miles estimated 507.3 km · driving distance
6h 20min estimated drive time
$30 - $37 estimated fuel cost
~1h 0min flight time
76° ENE bearing direction

How far is Charleston, West Virginia from Olney?

The distance from Charleston, West Virginia to Olney is 252.2 miles (405.8 km) as the crow flies. Olney is located ENE of Charleston, West Virginia. By car, the driving distance is approximately 315.2 miles, taking about 6h 20min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 0min. Both are located in United States — Charleston, West Virginia in West Virginia and Olney 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 Olney. 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 Olney

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 6h 20min $30 - $37 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 0min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~7h 36min $25–$47* Budget
Train ~6h 1min $38–$110* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Charleston, West Virginia & Olney

Quick Facts

Charleston, West Virginia
38.35°N, 81.63°W
America/New_York
182m elevation
Olney
39.15°N, 77.07°W
America/New_York
165m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 84 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 21 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 98.8 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients