How far is Buffalo, WV from Charleston, WV?
Distance by Flight
Shortest distance between Buffalo and Charleston is 26.44 miles (42.55 km).
Flight distance from Buffalo, WV to Charleston, WV is 26.44 miles. Estimated flight time is 00 hours 04 minutes.
Driving distance
The driving distance from Buffalo, West Virginia to Charleston, West Virginia is: 34.02 miles (54.76 km) by car.
Driving from Buffalo to Charleston will take approximately 00 hours 37 minutes.
#1 Buffalo
Town in West Virginia, USA
| Population | 1263 |
|---|---|
| GPS Coordinates | 38°37'3"N 81°58'54"W |
| Latitude | 38.6175900 |
| Longitude | -81.9818000 |
| Altitude | 173 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Charleston
The capital of West Virginia. It is located on the Kanawha River in the eastern part of the state. Charleston is known for its many parks and green spaces, its many historical sites, and its many attractions, such as the West Virginia State Capitol and the Clay Center for the Arts and Sciences.
| Population | 45879 |
|---|---|
| GPS Coordinates | 38°20'59"N 81°37'57"W |
| Latitude | 38.3498200 |
| Longitude | -81.6326200 |
| Altitude | 182 |
| Country | United States |
Ending point in Charleston: Dickinson Street (-81.632578,38.349779)
Estimated Travel Time Between Buffalo and Charleston
The distance between Buffalo and Charleston is 55 km if you choose to drive by road. You can go 00 hours 36 minutes if you drive your car at an average speed of 90 kilometers / hour. For different choices, please review the avg. speed travel time table on the below.
There is no time difference between Buffalo and Charleston. The current time is 04:58:48.
| Average Speed | Travel Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01 hours 08 minutes |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00 hours 51 minutes |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00 hours 40 minutes |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00 hours 34 minutes |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00 hours 29 minutes |
| 75 mph (120.7 km/h) | 00 hours 27 minutes |
| 80 mph (128.75 km/h) | 00 hours 25 minutes |
Gas Consumption
A car with a fuel efficiency of 8.3 l/100 km will need 4.54 liters (1.2 gallon) of gas to cover the route between Buffalo and Charleston.
The estimated cost of gas to go from Buffalo to Charleston is $4.06 (diesel $5.09).
West Virginia gas prices.
| Gasoline | Mid Grade | Premium | Diesel | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gallon | $3.38 | $3.73 | $4.07 | $4.24 |
| Total | $4.06 | $4.48 | $4.89 | $5.09 |
Take a look at our Gas Cost Calculator feature. It will figure out how much it will cost to drive this particular distance.
The average gas price (in West Virginia ) per gallon of daily gas for calculations is $3.383 (Diesel $4.238) /gallon. Last changed prices on December 22, 2024.
How did we calculate the distance?
The place names are translated into coordinates to approximate the distance between Buffalo and Charleston (latitude and longitude). Cities, states, and countries each have their own regional center. The Haversine formula is used to measure the radius.
