Charleston, West Virginia to State College: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Charleston, West Virginia from State College?

The distance from Charleston, West Virginia to State College is 262.4 miles (422.3 km) as the crow flies. State College is located NE of Charleston, West Virginia. By car, the driving distance is approximately 328 miles, taking about 6h 36min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 2min. Both are located in United States — Charleston, West Virginia in West Virginia and State College in Pennsylvania.

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 State College. 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.