How far is West Virginia from Washington DC

There are 251 miles from Washington to Charleston in west direction and 357 miles (574.54 kilometers) by car, following the I-79 S route.

Washington and Charleston are 5 hours 29 mins far apart, if you drive non-stop .

This is the fastest route from Washington, DC to Charleston, WV. The halfway point is Hazelton, WV.

Washington, DC and Charleston, WV are in the same time zone (EDT). Current time in both locations is 2:10 am.

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Gas Consumption and Emissions

A car with a fuel efficiency of MPG will need 14.34 gallons of gas to cover the route between Washington, DC and Charleston, WV.

The estimated cost of gas to go from Washington to Charleston is $54.06.

During the route, an average car will release 280.94 pounds of CO2 to the atmosphere. The carbon footprint would be 0.79 pounds of CO2 per mile.

  • Average USA gas price used for calculation is $3.77 per gallon of regular gas. Price last updated on November 4, 2022.
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Halfway Point Between Washington, DC and Charleston, WV

If you want to meet halfway between Washington, DC and Charleston, WV or just make a stop in the middle of your trip, the exact coordinates of the halfway point of this route are 39.654915 and -79.472618, or 39º 39' 17.694" N, 79º 28' 21.4248" W. This location is 178.53 miles away from Washington, DC and Charleston, WV and it would take approximately 2 hours 44 mins to reach the halfway point from both locations.

Closest City or Town to Halfway Point

The closest town to the halfway point is Hazelton, WV, situated 178 miles from Washington, DC and 180 miles from Charleston, WV. It would take 2 hours 50 mins to go from Washington to Hazelton and 2 hours 40 mins to go from Charleston to Hazelton.



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Distance conversions

Checkout the distance in miles, kilometers and nautical miles between Washington, DC and Charleston, WV in this table:

Distance typeMilesKilometersNautical miles
Straight line distance 251 mi 403.95 km 218.12 nautical mi
Driving distance 357 mi 574.62 km 310.27 nautical mi

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  1. Fly from Pittsburgh (PIT) to Reagan Washington (DCA) PIT - DCA

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  1. Take the train from Charleston to Washington Union Station Cardinal

Drive  •  5h 58m

  1. Drive from Charleston to Washington 577 km

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Am I allowed to travel from West Virginia to Washington?

Yes, travel within United States is currently allowed.

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What are the travel restrictions in Washington?

Domestic travel is not restricted, but some conditions may apply

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The national COVID-19 helpline number in Washington is 800-232-4636.

Do I have to wear a face mask on public transport in Washington?

Wearing a face mask on public transport in Washington is recommended.

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Questions & Answers

Is it cheaper to fly, bus, train or ferry from West Virginia to Washington?

The cheapest way to get from West Virginia to Washington is to train which costs $70 - $100 and takes 10h 13m.

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What is the fastest way to get from West Virginia to Washington?

The quickest way to get from West Virginia to Washington is to fly which costs $200 - $380 and takes 1h 55m.

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Is there a direct train between West Virginia and Washington?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Charleston and arriving at Washington Union Station station. Services depart six times a week, and operate Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday. The journey takes approximately 10h 13m.

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How far is it from West Virginia to Washington?

The distance between West Virginia and Washington is 333 km. The road distance is 577 km.

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How do I travel from West Virginia to Washington without a car?

The best way to get from West Virginia to Washington without a car is to train which takes 10h 13m and costs $70 - $100.

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How long does it take to get from West Virginia to Washington?

It takes approximately 1h 55m to get from West Virginia to Washington, including transfers.

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Where do I catch the West Virginia to Washington train from?

West Virginia to Washington train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Charleston station.

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Train or fly from West Virginia to Washington?

The best way to get from West Virginia to Washington is to fly which takes 1h 55m and costs $200 - $380. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $70 - $100 and takes 10h 13m.

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How long is the flight from West Virginia to Washington?

The quickest flight from Pittsburgh Airport to Reagan Washington Airport is the direct flight which takes 1h 9m.

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Where does the West Virginia to Washington train arrive?

West Virginia to Washington train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Washington Union Station.

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What companies run services between West Virginia, USA and Washington, DC, USA?

American Airlines flies from Weirton Heights to Washington 5 times a day. Alternatively, Amtrak operates a train from Charleston to Washington Union Station 6 times a week. Tickets cost $70 - $100 and the journey takes 10h 13m.

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Amtrak is a rail service that connects the US and three Canadian provinces. Covering 21,000 route miles (34,000km) Amtrak operates more than 300 trains daily. These medium and long distance intercity services operate at speeds of up to 240km/h, to more than 500 destinations. Founded in 1971, it is based in Washington, D.C. and offers four classes of travel: First Class, Sleeper, Business and Coach. Ticket fares are divided into five subclasses: Saver, Value, Flexible, Business and Premium. Amtrak trains are known for their wide seats, plug-in power, big windows and storage capabilities.

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Can I drive from West Virginia to Washington?

Yes, the driving distance between West Virginia to Washington is 577 km. It takes approximately 5h 58m to drive from West Virginia to Washington.

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Which airlines fly from Pittsburgh Airport to Reagan Washington Airport?

American Airlines offers flights from Pittsburgh Airport to Reagan Washington Airport.

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Where can I stay near Washington?

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How do I get to Pittsburgh (PIT) Airport from West Virginia?

The best way to get from West Virginia to Pittsburgh Airport is to taxi which takes 26 min and costs $55 - $75.

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Does Washington, DC border West Virginia?

Washington is surrounded by the states of Virginia (on its southwest side) and Maryland (on its southeast, northeast, and northwest sides); it interrupts those states' shared border, which is the south shore of the Potomac River both upstream and downstream from the District.

Is there a train from West Virginia to DC?

Maryland Rail Commuter (MARC) train service operates Monday through Friday between Martinsburg, WV and Washington, DC. The West Virginia State Rail Authority maintains stations at Harpers Ferry and Duffields.

How many hours is West Virginia from DC?

How long is the drive from West Virginia to Washington, DC? The total driving time is 5 hours, 20 minutes. Your trip begins in the state of West Virginia. It ends in Washington, District of Columbia.

Is West Virginia close to Maryland?

West Virginia borders Pennsylvania in the north, Virginia in the east, and Kentucky in the southwest. The Ohio River forms the border with Ohio in the east, and the Potomac river creates a section of the state's border with Maryland.