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Drive Time
1h 28m
Distance
70.2 mi
113 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$11
one way
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Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Barrackville, WV
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Wheeling, WV
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Traveling from Barrackville to Wheeling covers 70.2 miles of West Virginia terrain, making for a straightforward trek that typically takes about 1 hour and 28 minutes. Because this is a relatively short trip, you can easily complete the journey in a single day without needing an overnight stay. You should budget approximately $11 for fuel to cover the distance. The route relies primarily on US 250, Waynesburg Pike Road, and Fairmont Pike Road to navigate between the two locations. Whether you are heading north for business or a change of scenery, this drive serves as an efficient connection through the southeastern region of the state. It is a practical option for those who prefer a direct transit rather than a multi-day excursion.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
0 planned breaks
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
35.1 miles from Barrackville, WV
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 44m into the drive .
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This trip is a highway-focused drive, with 69% of your time spent on faster thoroughfares. You will find yourself cruising along US 250 for a significant portion of the journey, including a longest uninterrupted stretch of 48.2 miles. As you transition between the primary roads, the character of the drive shifts from the more localized feel of Fairmont Pike Road to the consistent pace of the highway. Expect a blend of road types that keeps the drive moving steadily toward your destination. You will not encounter any scheduled stops on this route, allowing for a focused and uninterrupted flow behind the wheel.
Gently rolling terrain
Total Climb
1,539 ft
Total Descent
1,819 ft
Highest Point
1,443 ft
~35.1 mi in
Elevation Range
780 ft
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. Navigation is very simple — set it and forget it for most of the drive.
Very easy - short and simple to drive
The drive from Barrackville, WV to Wheeling, WV is easy. At 1h 28m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Barrackville, WV to Wheeling, WV is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Barrackville Road | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Waynesburg Pike Road | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Fairmont Pike Road | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Ridgecrest Road | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| West Bethlehem Boulevard | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Spruce Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| USS West Virginia Memorial Highway | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| US 250 | Unavailable | Refreshing |
Per-road distance and duration are being refreshed from OSRM for this route.
Step-by-step road directions between Barrackville, WV and Wheeling, WV.
Start on Pike Street
Continue on Barrackville Road
Turn right
Turn left onto Waynesburg Pike Road
Turn right onto Fairmont Pike Road
Continue on Ridgecrest Road
Turn left onto West Bethlehem Boulevard
Continue on Spruce Street
Take the ramp left
Merge slight left onto USS West Virginia Memorial Highway
Take the exit slight right toward US 250, WV 2: Wheeling, Moundsville
Keep slight right
Merge slight left
Take the exit slight right
Turn left onto 17th Street
Turn right onto Chapline Street
Arrive at your destination
Given the 1-hour and 28-minute duration, you have plenty of flexibility to plan your departure around your personal schedule. Since there are zero formal stops built into this 70.2-mile itinerary, it is wise to check your vehicle's fuel levels before leaving Barrackville to ensure you stay within your $11 budget. Take advantage of the shorter travel time by choosing a departure window that avoids peak local traffic patterns, which can help maintain a smooth pace. Because the majority of your time is spent on the 48.2-mile stretch of US 250, stay alert to changing road conditions along that core segment. This quick transit is best enjoyed as a simple, no-fuss trip that gets you from point A to point B efficiently.
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.
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 70.2 miles or 1h 28m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 35.1 miles or 44m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 1h 15m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Wheeling, WV than in the middle of the route.
Open the route before leaving Barrackville, WV so your first major turns are already loaded.
Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
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 Barrackville, WV
This is one driving day of about 70.2 miles and 1h 28m.
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 35.1 mi from Barrackville, WV · 44m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
35 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.
A short stop after about 70.2 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 35.1 miles from Barrackville, WV, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
The final approach into Wheeling, 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 Wheeling, WV.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Regular Gas
$10.98 one way
$21.96 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.34 | $12.00 | $24.01 |
| premium | $4.70 | $12.99 | $25.99 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $15.50 | $31.00 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$11
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$36–$61
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 24.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $7 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 21.1 | 0 | $7.37 | $3.37 |
| Efficient EV | 17.6 | 0 | $6.14 | $2.81 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 28.1 | 0 | $9.83 | $4.49 |
Gas CO2
25 kg
EV CO2
8 kg (68% 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.
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Origin
Evening in Barrackville on Tuesday
Local time
6:06 PM
EDT
Current temp
61°F
Mostly Cloudy
Special Weather Statement
Special Weather Statement issued April 12 at 1:43PM EDT by NWS Baltimore MD/Washington DC
Destination
Evening in Wheeling on Tuesday
Local time
6:06 PM
EDT
Current temp
36°F
Unavailable
74°F
Newtown, PA
35 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
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
The weather snapshot is not static. If you are leaving later, give both cities one more quick forecast check before departure.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
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