How far is Salem, WV from Charleston, WV?
Distance by Flight
Shortest distance between Salem and Charleston is 37.55 miles (60.43 km).
Flight distance from Salem, WV to Charleston, WV is 37.55 miles. Estimated flight time is 00 hours 06 minutes.
Driving distance
The driving distance from Salem, West Virginia to Charleston, West Virginia is: 54.03 miles (86.95 km) by car.
Driving from Salem to Charleston will take approximately 01 hours 02 minutes.
#1 Salem
City in West Virginia
| Population | 1511 |
|---|---|
| GPS Coordinates | 37°59'21"N 81°6'55"W |
| Latitude | 37.9892800 |
| Longitude | -81.1153800 |
| Altitude | 653 |
| 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 Salem and Charleston
The distance between Salem and Charleston is 87 km if you choose to drive by road. You can go 00 hours 57 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 Salem and Charleston. The current time is 02:57:08.
| Average Speed | Travel Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01 hours 48 minutes |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01 hours 21 minutes |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01 hours 04 minutes |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00 hours 54 minutes |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00 hours 46 minutes |
| 75 mph (120.7 km/h) | 00 hours 43 minutes |
| 80 mph (128.75 km/h) | 00 hours 40 minutes |
Gas Consumption
A car with a fuel efficiency of 8.3 l/100 km will need 7.22 liters (1.91 gallon) of gas to cover the route between Salem and Charleston.
The estimated cost of gas to go from Salem to Charleston is $6.45 (diesel $8.08).
West Virginia gas prices.
| Gasoline | Mid Grade | Premium | Diesel | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gallon | $3.38 | $3.73 | $4.07 | $4.24 |
| Total | $6.45 | $7.11 | $7.76 | $8.08 |
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 Salem and Charleston (latitude and longitude). Cities, states, and countries each have their own regional center. The Haversine formula is used to measure the radius.
