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Drive Time
2h 58m
Distance
147.5 mi
237 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$23
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.
Beckley, WV
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Belington, WV
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Stretching 147.5 miles across West Virginia, this drive from Beckley to Belington typically takes about 2 hours and 58 minutes. Because the total travel time is under three hours, this route is perfectly suited for a single-day trip, allowing you to reach your destination without needing an overnight stay. You should budget approximately $24 for fuel to complete the journey. The path primarily utilizes US 19, the Senator Jennings Randolph Highway, and Corridor H. Since both the start and end points are located within the Southeast region of the state, you will remain within a consistent geographical landscape throughout your travels.
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
73.7 miles from Beckley, WV
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 29m into the drive .
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Expect a mixed driving experience as you navigate this 147.5-mile journey. With a 46% highway share, the road transitions between faster stretches and more local, variable driving conditions. Your longest uninterrupted segment occurs on US 19, which spans 67.2 miles and provides a steady rhythm before the route shifts toward the Senator Jennings Randolph Highway and Corridor H. You will encounter a diverse road environment that requires you to stay alert as the terrain changes. This combination of highway and local road segments ensures that the drive remains engaging rather than monotonous.
Gently rolling terrain
Total Climb
1,531 ft
Total Descent
2,254 ft
Highest Point
2,421 ft
Elevation Range
1,390 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 Beckley, WV to Belington, WV is easy. At 2h 58m 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 Beckley, WV to Belington, WV is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Robert C | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| US 19 North | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| I 79 | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Senator Jennings Randolph Highway | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| US 33 | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| US 33 West | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Corridor H | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Barbour County Highway | Unavailable | Refreshing |
Per-road distance and duration are being refreshed from OSRM for this route.
Step-by-step road directions between Beckley, WV and Belington, WV.
Start on North Kanawha Street
Turn right onto Robert C. Byrd Drive
Continue on Robert C. Byrd Drive
Take the exit right toward US 19 North: Summersville
Take the exit right toward I 79, US 19 North: Clarksburg
Merge slight left onto Senator Jennings Randolph Highway
Take the exit slight right toward US 33, US 48, US 119: Weston, Buckhannon
Keep slight left to continue on US 33 West, , US 119 South
Turn right onto Corridor H
Turn left onto Barbour County Highway
Continue on Beech Avenue
Continue on Row Avenue North
Continue on Barbour County Highway
Continue on South Crim Avenue
Arrive at your destination
Given the 2 hour and 58 minute duration, you have plenty of flexibility in your departure time, though planning for one well-timed stop is recommended to break up the drive. Keep in mind that your longest leg is the 67.2-mile stretch on US 19, so ensure your tank is topped off before tackling that section to avoid any mid-route stress. Since the total trip is manageable in a single day, you can easily depart in the morning and reach Belington by the afternoon. Focus on maintaining a steady pace through the transition between Corridor H and local roads to ensure you arrive at your destination refreshed.
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 80 miles or 1h 36m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 73.7 miles or 1h 29m 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 26m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Belington, WV than in the middle of the route.
Open the route before leaving Beckley, 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 Beckley, WV
This is one driving day of about 147.5 miles and 2h 58m.
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 73.7 mi from Beckley, WV · 1h 29m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
74 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 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 73.7 miles from Beckley, WV, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
The final approach into Belington, 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 Belington, WV.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Regular Gas
$23.07 one way
$46.13 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.34 | $25.22 | $50.44 |
| premium | $4.70 | $27.30 | $54.60 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $32.57 | $65.13 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$23
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$48–$73
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 51.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $15 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 44.3 | 0 | $15.49 | $7.08 |
| Efficient EV | 36.9 | 0 | $12.91 | $5.90 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 59 | 0 | $20.65 | $9.44 |
Gas CO2
52 kg
EV CO2
17 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.
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Origin
Afternoon in Beckley on Tuesday
Local time
2:04 PM
EDT
Current temp
46°F
Mostly Clear
Destination
Afternoon in Belington on Tuesday
Local time
2:04 PM
EDT
Current temp
37°F
Partly Cloudy
74°F
Newtown, PA
74 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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