Origin
Augusta, WV
Evening in Augusta on Tuesday
Local time
8:11 PM
EDT
Current temp
80°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Augusta, WV to Weirton Heights, WV
Data updated 1 hour ago
Drive Time
4h 1m
Distance
170.9 mi
275 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$29
one way
EV Charging
None
0 DC fast
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
3h 49m
★
6 AM
4h 2m
8 AM
4h 28m
10 AM
4h 11m
12 PM
4h 8m
3 PM
4h 12m
5 PM
4h 27m
8 PM
3h 54m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Augusta, WV
Connor Scott McManus
Weirton Heights, WV
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Trip Overview
The drive from Augusta, WV to Weirton Heights, WV covers 170.9 miles and takes about 4h 1m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on National Pike, National Freeway, Mon/Fayette Expressway for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is mixed drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 28.6 miles on National Pike. At current regular gas prices, budget about $29.37 one way before food or hotel costs.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is possible, but it will make for a full day on the road.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
Midpoint
85.4 miles from Augusta, WV
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 2m into the drive .
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Drive Character
The drive from Augusta, WV to Weirton Heights, WV covers 170.9 miles and takes about 4h 1m, using a mix of highways and local roads.
Expect a mix of faster highway mileage and slower local approaches near the beginning or end.
There are about 50 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
National Pike is the longest continuous segment at about 28.6 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 138.6 miles in near Weavertown Road.
Route Complexity
10/10
High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day
This is a demanding drive. With 33 significant decision points across 170.9 miles, you will need to stay alert — especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 138.6 miles (Weavertown Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 143.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 156.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 33 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
6
138.6 mi into trip
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~3h 18m in
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Weavertown Road
Turn left onto Weavertown Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
7
143.3 mi into trip
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~3h 25m in
Take the exit toward PA Tpke 576 Toll West: Pittsburgh International Airport
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 49
Toward PA Tpke 576 Toll West: Pittsburgh Intern...
8
156.9 mi into trip
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~3h 40m in
Take the exit toward US 22: Pittsburgh, Weirton
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 6
Toward US 22: Pittsburgh, Weirton
8
157.4 mi into trip
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~3h 41m in
Turn left toward PA Tpke 576 East, US 22 West: Washington Pennsylvania, Weirton
Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the left lane.
Toward PA Tpke 576 East, US 22 West: Washington...
7
169.3 mi into trip
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~3h 58m in
Keep slight right at fork
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Augusta, WV and Weirton Heights, WV, road signs point toward Dunningsville, Pa Tpke 576 Toll West: Pittsburgh International Airport, Pa Tpke 576 West, Weirton and Pa Tpke 576 East.
Dunningsville
130 mi in
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~3h
Pa Tpke 576 Toll West: Pittsburgh International Airport
143.3 mi in
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~3h 25m
Pa Tpke 576 West
143.5 mi in
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~3h 26m
Weirton
156.9 mi in
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~3h 40m
Pa Tpke 576 East
157.4 mi in
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~3h 41m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| National Pike | 28.6 mi | 38m |
| National Freeway | 24.6 mi | 26m |
| Mon/Fayette Expressway | 20.8 mi | 22m |
| Southern Beltway | 13 mi | 13m |
| US 22 | 11.2 mi | 15m |
| Cumberland Road | 10.6 mi | 15m |
| Dwight D Eisenhower Highway | 9.9 mi | 13m |
| Frankfort Highway | 7.7 mi | 12m |
Longest stretch:
National Pike
— 28.6 mi, about 38m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Augusta, WV and Weirton Heights, WV.
1
Start on US 50
5.8 mi
·
8 min
·
Northwestern Turnpike
2
Continue on US 50
3.0 mi
·
8 min
·
East Main Street
3
Turn right onto WV 28
0.4 mi
·
37 sec
·
North High Street
4
Continue on WV 28
11 mi
·
15 min
·
Cumberland Road
5
Continue on WV 28
7.7 mi
·
12 min
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Frankfort Highway
6
Turn left onto WV 956
4.2 mi
·
6 min
·
Rocket Center Road
7
Continue on MD 956
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
Patriot Parkway Southwest
8
Turn right onto US 220
2.5 mi
·
5 min
·
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
25 mi
·
26 min
·
National Freeway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
14
Take the exit onto US 40
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
US 40
Toward US 40 West: Uniontown
15
Merge onto US 40
0.2 mi
·
20 sec
·
Garrett Highway
16
At end of road, turn left onto US 40
29 mi
·
38 min
·
National Pike
17
Take the exit onto US 40 Business
3.2 mi
·
5 min
·
US 40 Business
Toward US 40 Business: Uniontown
18
Turn right onto PA 51
1.1 mi
·
1 min
·
Pittsburgh Street
19
Continue on PA 51
0.5 mi
·
41 sec
·
Pittsburgh Road
20
Turn left onto Northgate Highway
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
Northgate Highway
21
Turn right onto Old Pittsburgh Road
0.2 mi
·
26 sec
·
Old Pittsburgh Road
22
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
36 sec
23
Merge onto PA Tpke 43
21 mi
·
22 min
·
Mon/Fayette Expressway
24
Take the exit
0.5 mi
·
1 min
Exit 36B
Toward I 70 West: Washington PA
25
Merge onto I 70
9.9 mi
·
13 min
·
Dwight D Eisenhower Highway
26
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
22 sec
Toward Dunningsville
27
Turn slight right onto Brownlee Road
3.5 mi
·
8 min
·
Brownlee Road
28
Enter roundabout onto PA 519
19 ft
·
0 sec
·
PA 519
29
Continue on PA 519
477 ft
·
9 sec
·
PA 519
30
Enter roundabout onto PA 519
129 ft
·
2 sec
·
PA 519
31
Continue on PA 519
3.8 mi
·
6 min
·
PA 519
32
Turn right
0.2 mi
·
41 sec
33
Turn straight onto US 19
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
Washington Road
34
Turn left onto Weavertown Road
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Weavertown Road
Use the left lane.
35
Turn right onto Morganza Road
0.3 mi
·
27 sec
·
Morganza Road
36
Turn right onto McClelland Road
0.3 mi
·
35 sec
·
McClelland Road
37
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
37 sec
Toward I 79 North: Pittsburgh
38
Merge onto I 79
3.1 mi
·
4 min
·
Raymond P Shafer Highway
39
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
32 sec
Exit 49
Toward PA Tpke 576 Toll West: Pittsburgh International Airport
Use the slight right lane.
40
Continue on this road
0.4 mi
·
46 sec
·
this road
Exit 49B
Toward PA Tpke 576 West
41
Continue on PA Tpke 576
13 mi
·
13 min
·
Southern Beltway
42
Take the exit
0.5 mi
·
1 min
Exit 6
Toward US 22: Pittsburgh, Weirton
Use the slight right lane.
43
Turn left
0.5 mi
·
1 min
Toward PA Tpke 576 East, US 22 West: Washington Pennsylvania, Weirton
Use the left lane.
44
Merge onto US 22
11 mi
·
15 min
·
US 22
45
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
26 sec
Toward WV 105: Colliers Way
46
Keep slight right at fork
161 ft
·
5 sec
Use the right lane.
47
Turn straight onto WV 105
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
Colliers Way
48
Turn left onto WV 105
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
Pennsylvania Avenue
49
Keep slight right at fork onto WV 105
45 ft
·
0 sec
·
Pennsylvania Avenue
50
Arrive at destination
WV 105
Trip Plan
Morning Departure
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Evening Departure
A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 85.4 miles from Augusta, WV, or about 2h 2m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 28.6 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 55m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 85.4 miles or 2h 2m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 3h 21m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Weirton Heights, 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 170.9 miles and 4h 1m.
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 Pike for about 28.6 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 85.4 mi from Augusta, WV · 2h 2m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
85 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
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 85.4 miles from Augusta, WV, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Weirton Heights, WV
The final approach into Weirton Heights, 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 Weirton Heights, 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
$29.37 one way
$58.74 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
66 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.34 | $32.11 | $64.22 |
| premium | $4.70 | $34.76 | $69.52 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $41.46 | $82.93 |
Estimated Tolls: $2.77
Mon/Fayette Expressway
(20.8 mi)
$1.46
Southern Beltway
(13 mi)
$0.91
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
$29
Tolls
$3
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$57–$82
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 65.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $18 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 51.3 | 0 | $17.94 | $8.20 |
| Efficient EV | 42.7 | 0 | $14.95 | $6.84 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 68.4 | 0 | $23.93 | $10.94 |
Gas CO2
60 kg
EV CO2
20 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
Weirton Heights, WV
Evening in Weirton Heights on Tuesday
Local time
8:11 PM
EDT
Current temp
58°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
53°F
Lakewood, NY
85 mi in
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
22 degrees cooler at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
4h 1m on the road
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
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 Weirton Heights, WV covers 170.9 miles and takes about 4h 1m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are National Pike, National Freeway, Mon/Fayette Expressway. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 85.4 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 $26.72 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left. A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
Plan about 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, or rest. Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
This is a demanding drive. With 33 significant decision points across 170.9 miles, you will need to stay alert — especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.
The main spots that need attention: at 138.6 miles (Weavertown Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 143.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 156.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Between Augusta, WV and Weirton Heights, WV, road signs point toward Dunningsville, Pa Tpke 576 Toll West: Pittsburgh International Airport, Pa Tpke 576 West, Weirton and Pa Tpke 576 East.
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