Distance from Soft Shell, Kentucky to Powhatan, West Virginia
The driving distance from Soft Shell, Kentucky to Powhatan, West Virginia is 140.6 mi (226.2 km)
The straight-line (air) distance is approximately 51.9 mi (83.5 km)
Estimated travel time by road is 3 hours 6 minutes
We found 3 routes between Soft Shell and Powhatan.
Available Routes
Route Directions
Follow KY-1087 to KY-80 W in Leburn
Continue on KY-680 E to US-23 S/US-460 E
Follow US-119 N and US-52 S to McDowell County
Route Directions
Follow KY-1087 to KY-80 W in Leburn
Continue on KY-680 E to US-23 S/US-460 E
Continue on US-460 E to Grundy
Follow VA-83 E, WV-83 E and WV-16 N to US-52 S/Coal Heritage Rd in Welch
Route Directions
Continue to Garrett
Drive from KY-80 W, KY-680 E, US-23 S/US-460 E, US-119 N, ... and US-52 S/Coal Heritage Rd to McDowell County
Journey Details
Traveling from Soft Shell, Kentucky to Powhatan, West Virginia covers 130 miles (209 km) in a east direction. This secondary roads, substantial route typically takes 3 hours 2 minutes under normal conditions.
Drivers have 3 route options between these locations (130-142 miles / 209-229 km). The primary route shown here saves 22 minutes compared to alternatives.
The route features scenic views. During midday weekday travel, expect lighter midday traffic with average speeds around 40 mph (64 km/h) .
Journey Waypoints
Soft Shell
Starting Point
Powhatan
Destination