Charlottesville to Huntington, West Virginia: Road Trip Guide & Distance

217 miles 349.3 km · straight line
271.3 miles estimated 436.6 km · driving distance
5h 27min estimated drive time
$26 - $32 estimated fuel cost
~56min flight time
278° W bearing direction

How far is Charlottesville from Huntington, West Virginia?

The distance from Charlottesville to Huntington, West Virginia is 217 miles (349.3 km) as the crow flies. Huntington, West Virginia is located W of Charlottesville. By car, the driving distance is approximately 271.3 miles, taking about 5h 27min. A direct flight would take roughly 56min. Both are located in United States — Charlottesville in Virginia and Huntington, West Virginia in West 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. 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.

Coordinates come from public place data for Charlottesville and Huntington, West Virginia. 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 Charlottesville to Huntington, West Virginia

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 5h 27min $26 - $32 Flexible stops
Fly ~56min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~6h 32min $22–$41* Budget
Train ~5h 11min $33–$95* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Charlottesville & Huntington, West Virginia

Quick Facts

Charlottesville
38.03°N, 78.48°W
America/New_York
142m elevation
Huntington, West Virginia
38.42°N, 82.45°W
America/New_York
173m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 72 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 18 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 114.7 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients