Origin
Augusta, WV
Evening in Augusta on Tuesday
Local time
7:00 PM
EDT
Current temp
80°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Augusta, WV to Fairmont, WV
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Drive Time
2h 39m
Distance
123.7 mi
199 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$19
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
2h 29m
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6 AM
2h 39m
8 AM
3h 0m
10 AM
2h 47m
12 PM
2h 45m
3 PM
2h 48m
5 PM
2h 59m
8 PM
2h 33m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Fairmont, WV
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Trip Overview
The drive from Augusta, WV to Fairmont, WV covers 123.7 miles and takes about 2h 39m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on National Freeway, Senator Jennings Randolph Highway, Cumberland Road for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 70.2 miles on National Freeway. At current regular gas prices, budget about $19.34 one way before food or hotel costs.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
61.8 miles from Augusta, WV
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 30m into the drive .
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Drive Character
This is a 2h 39m highway drive covering 123.7 miles, with most of the trip on National Freeway and Senator Jennings Randolph Highway. The longest continuous stretch is about 70.2 miles on National Freeway.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 23 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
National Freeway is the longest continuous segment at about 70.2 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on National Freeway and Senator Jennings Randolph Highway. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 8.7 miles in near WV 28 / North High Street.
Route Complexity
4/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
This is a straightforward 2h 39m drive. You will face about 12 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 8.7 miles (WV 28 / North High Street): Navigation decision point; at 38.7 miles (I 68; US 40 / National Freeway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 108.9 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 12 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
4
8.7 mi into trip
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~17m in
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WV 28 / North High Street
Turn right onto WV 28 / North High Street
Navigation decision point
5
38.7 mi into trip
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~1h 5m in
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I 68; US 40 / National Freeway
Merge onto I 68; US 40 / National Freeway
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
5
108.9 mi into trip
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~2h 21m in
Keep slight left at fork toward I-79 S: Fairmont
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Toward I-79 S: Fairmont
5
122.1 mi into trip
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~2h 35m in
Take the exit toward WV 273 North: Downtown, Fairmont
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward WV 273 North: Downtown, Fairmont
5
123.1 mi into trip
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~2h 37m in
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WV 273 / Fairmont Gateway Connector
Enter roundabout onto WV 273 / Fairmont Gateway Connector
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| National Freeway | 70.2 mi | 1h 15m |
| Senator Jennings Randolph Highway | 12.4 mi | 13m |
| Cumberland Road | 10.6 mi | 15m |
| Frankfort Highway | 7.7 mi | 12m |
| Northwestern Turnpike | 5.8 mi | 8m |
| Rocket Center Road | 4.2 mi | 6m |
| Winchester Road | 3.1 mi | 5m |
| East Main Street | 3 mi | 8m |
Longest stretch:
National Freeway
— 70.2 mi, about 1h 15m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Augusta, WV and Fairmont, WV.
1
Start on US 50
5.8 mi
·
8 min
·
Northwestern Turnpike
2
Continue on US 50
3.0 mi
·
8 min
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East Main Street
3
Turn right onto WV 28
0.4 mi
·
37 sec
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North High Street
4
Continue on WV 28
11 mi
·
15 min
·
Cumberland Road
5
Continue on WV 28
7.7 mi
·
12 min
·
Frankfort Highway
6
Turn left onto WV 956
4.2 mi
·
6 min
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Rocket Center Road
7
Continue on MD 956
0.5 mi
·
1 min
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Patriot Parkway Southwest
8
Turn right onto US 220
2.5 mi
·
5 min
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McMullen Highway Southwest
9
Turn left onto MD 636
0.3 mi
·
52 sec
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Warrior Drive Southwest
10
At end of road, turn right onto MD 53
3.1 mi
·
5 min
·
Winchester Road
11
Turn sharp right onto US 40 Alternate
0.3 mi
·
28 sec
·
National Highway
12
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
43 sec
13
Merge onto I 68; US 40
70 mi
·
1 hr 15 min
·
National Freeway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
14
Keep slight left at fork
0.8 mi
·
53 sec
Toward I-79 S: Fairmont
15
Merge onto I 79
12 mi
·
13 min
·
Senator Jennings Randolph Highway
16
Take the exit
0.5 mi
·
1 min
Toward WV 273 North: Downtown, Fairmont
17
Turn left onto WV 273
0.4 mi
·
59 sec
·
Fairmont Gateway Connector
18
Enter roundabout onto WV 273
122 ft
·
2 sec
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Fairmont Gateway Connector
19
Continue on WV 273
0.2 mi
·
23 sec
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Fairmont Gateway Connector
20
Enter roundabout onto WV 273
128 ft
·
3 sec
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Fairmont Gateway Connector
21
Continue on WV 273
0.2 mi
·
24 sec
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Fairmont Gateway Connector
22
Continue on Jefferson Street
0.3 mi
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57 sec
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Jefferson Street
23
Arrive at destination
Jefferson Street
Trip Plan
Morning Departure
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch.
Evening Departure
Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 61.8 miles from Augusta, WV, or about 1h 30m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 70.2 miles.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
Departure
Before you leave
Start with fuel, water, and navigation already sorted so the first hour feels easy.
First stop
Around 80 miles or 1h 50m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 61.8 miles or 1h 30m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 2h 13m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Fairmont, WV than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Augusta, WV so your first major turns are already loaded.
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Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
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Check your fuel range against the first long segment, especially if you are starting outside city service areas.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Augusta, WV
This is one driving day of about 123.7 miles and 2h 39m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Augusta, WV.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Plan about 1 real break rather than only quick fuel stops.
The longest stretch is on National Freeway for about 70.2 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 61.8 mi from Augusta, WV · 1h 30m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
62 mi into the route
Best for: Lunch, fuel, and a longer reset
This sits close to the middle of the route, so it works well for the longest stop of the day.
Pacing Suggestions
Municipality of Bethel Park, PA
Fuel and coffeeA short stop after about 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 61.8 miles from Augusta, WV, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before National Freeway if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 70.2 miles.
Arriving in Fairmont, WV
The final approach into Fairmont, WV usually feels slower than the middle of the drive, so avoid planning your tightest schedule at the very end.
Try to arrive with enough fuel left to skip an immediate station stop unless you already know the area around Fairmont, WV.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$19.34 one way
$38.69 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
43 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.34 | $21.15 | $42.30 |
| premium | $4.70 | $22.89 | $45.79 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $27.31 | $54.62 |
Estimated Tolls: $0.40
Northwestern Turnpike
(5.8 mi)
$0.40
Toll estimates based on average 2024-2025 rates. EZ-Pass/SunPass discounts may lower the actual cost.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$19
Tolls
$0
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$45–$70
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 43.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $13 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 37.1 | 0 | $12.99 | $5.94 |
| Efficient EV | 30.9 | 0 | $10.82 | $4.95 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 49.5 | 0 | $17.32 | $7.92 |
Gas CO2
43 kg
EV CO2
14 kg (67% less)
This trip is well within single-charge range for most EVs. No charging stops needed if you start fully charged.
DC fast charging avg $0.35/kWh. Home charging avg $0.16/kWh. US grid CO2: 0.39 kg/kWh.
Travel Intel
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Destination
Fairmont, WV
Evening in Fairmont on Tuesday
Local time
7:00 PM
EDT
Current temp
82°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Seasonal Notes
Summer travel usually means heavier construction, hotter rest stops, and busier weekend traffic around major cities.
Winter travel shortens daylight, so a route that looks manageable on paper can feel much longer after dark.
Holiday weekends tend to make both departure and arrival windows slower than the raw route time suggests.
Time zone
Same local time
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
2 degrees warmer at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
2h 39m on the road
Use the two city cards together: check the sky where you start, then compare it with the local time and temperature at arrival.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Augusta, WV to Fairmont, WV covers 123.7 miles and takes about 2h 39m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are National Freeway, Senator Jennings Randolph Highway, Cumberland Road. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 61.8 miles from Augusta, WV. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $19.34 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch. Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
Plan about 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, or rest. A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
This is a straightforward 2h 39m drive. You will face about 12 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
The main spots that need attention: at 8.7 miles (WV 28 / North High Street): Navigation decision point; at 38.7 miles (I 68; US 40 / National Freeway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 108.9 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully.
The route from Augusta, WV to Fairmont, WV does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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