Fairmont to Staunton: Road Trip Guide & Distance

108.7 miles 175 km · straight line
136 miles estimated 218.8 km · driving distance
2h 44min estimated drive time
$13 - $16 estimated fuel cost
~43min flight time · usually no direct flights
148° SSE bearing direction

How far is Fairmont from Staunton?

The distance from Fairmont to Staunton is 108.7 miles (175 km) as the crow flies. Staunton is located SSE of Fairmont. By car, the driving distance is approximately 136 miles, taking about 2h 44min. A direct flight would take roughly 43min. Both are located in United States — Fairmont in West Virginia and Staunton in 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. Heading East means you'll be driving into the sunrise if you start early. Keep your windshield clean for the best visibility. 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 Fairmont and Staunton. 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 Fairmont to Staunton

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 2h 44min $13 - $16 Flexible stops
Bus ~3h 17min $11–$20* Budget
Train ~2h 36min $16–$48* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Fairmont & Staunton

Quick Facts

Fairmont
39.49°N, 80.14°W
America/New_York
300m elevation
Staunton
38.15°N, 79.07°W
America/New_York
432m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 36 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 9 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 229 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients