Getting here
West Virginia getaways from Raleigh, NC
Lewisburg is 4h 48m away, by way of I-77 and I-64.
Raleigh is about five hours from the New River Gorge, so trips run three nights or longer. Ski weekends at Winterplace and Snowshoe are the winter draw.
How far is West Virginia from Raleigh, NC?
The closest West Virginia destination to Raleigh, NC is Lewisburg, about 4h 48m by way of I-77 and I-64.
6 places are close enough for a weekend, and the drive to each one is on the list below so you can pick by how long you want to be in the car.
- Closest to you
- Lewisburg, 4h 48m
- Within a weekend drive
- Lewisburg (4h 48m), Winterplace Ski Resort (5h), Harpers Ferry (5h), Beckley (5h), New River Gorge National Park and Preserve (5h 30m)
- What people go for
- History and Heritage, Mountain Biking, Hiking, Golf
Drive times from Raleigh, NC
| Destination | Drive | Route | Listed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lewisburg | 4h 48m | I-77 and I-64 | None yet |
| Winterplace Ski Resort | 5h | US 220 and I-77 | None yet |
| Harpers Ferry | 5h | I-85 and I-95 | None yet |
| Beckley | 5h | US 220 and I-77 | None yet |
| New River Gorge National Park and Preserve | 5h 30m | I-77 and US 19 | None yet |
| Snowshoe Mountain Resort | 6h | I-77 and US 219 | None yet |
How far do you want to drive?
Over 5 hours
Best as a long weekend or a full week.
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How long is the drive from Raleigh, NC to West Virginia?
Lewisburg is about 4h 48m by way of I-77 and I-64. The full table above lists every destination with its route.
What is the best weekend trip from Raleigh, NC?
Lewisburg (4h 48m), Winterplace Ski Resort (5h) and Harpers Ferry (5h) are all far enough to feel like somewhere else, yet close enough that you can leave after breakfast and still have most of the afternoon when you arrive.
Where should I stay in West Virginia coming from Raleigh, NC?
Lewisburg (4h 48m), Winterplace Ski Resort (5h), Harpers Ferry (5h) and Beckley (5h) are the closest options. Each has its own page showing what is listed there, so you can choose the location first and the property second.
What is there to do in West Virginia from Raleigh, NC?
history and heritage, mountain biking, hiking, golf and fishing are the main reasons people make the drive. Explore each activity to see the best areas for it and places to stay nearby.
Do these drive times account for traffic?
They are typical door-to-door times in ordinary conditions rather than best-case highway estimates. Holiday weekends and the drive into Tucker County on a snow day will both take longer.
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