Origin
Beckley, WV
Afternoon in Beckley on Tuesday
Local time
2:04 PM
EDT
Current temp
37°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Beckley, WV to Weston, WV
Data updated 1 second ago
Drive Time
2h 16m
Distance
113.4 mi
183 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$18
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
2h 7m
★
6 AM
2h 17m
8 AM
2h 36m
10 AM
2h 24m
12 PM
2h 22m
3 PM
2h 25m
5 PM
2h 35m
8 PM
2h 11m
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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Weston, WV
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Trip Overview
The drive from Beckley, WV to Weston, WV covers 113.4 miles and takes about 2h 16m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on US 19, Senator Jennings Randolph Highway, Robert C. Byrd Drive for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 69 miles on US 19. At current regular gas prices, budget about $17.73 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
0 planned breaks
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
56.7 miles from Beckley, WV
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 11m into the drive .
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Drive Character
This is a 2h 16m highway drive covering 113.4 miles, with most of the trip on US 19 and Senator Jennings Randolph Highway. The longest continuous stretch is about 69 miles on US 19.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 12 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
US 19 is the longest continuous segment at about 69 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US 19 and Senator Jennings Randolph Highway. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 0.8 miles in near WV 16 / Robert C. Byrd Drive.
Route Complexity
3/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
This is a straightforward 2h 16m drive. You will face about 9 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.8 miles (WV 16 / Robert C. Byrd Drive): Navigation decision point; at 5.3 miles (US 19): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 72.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 9 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
4
0.8 mi into trip
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~1m in
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WV 16 / Robert C. Byrd Drive
Turn right onto WV 16 / Robert C. Byrd Drive
Navigation decision point
7
5.3 mi into trip
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~9m in
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US 19
Take the exit onto US 19 toward US 19 North: Summersville
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
Toward US 19 North: Summersville
7
72.5 mi into trip
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~1h 31m in
Take the exit toward I 79, US 19 North: Clarksburg
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward I 79, US 19 North: Clarksburg
4
110.7 mi into trip
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~2h 12m in
Take the exit toward CR 30: South Weston
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Toward CR 30: South Weston
4
113.3 mi into trip
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~2h 16m in
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US 33; US 119 / East 2nd Street
Turn left onto US 33; US 119 / East 2nd Street
Navigation decision point
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| US 19 | 69 mi | 1h 24m |
| Senator Jennings Randolph Highway | 37.8 mi | 40m |
| Robert C. Byrd Drive | 4.6 mi | 7m |
| North Kanawha Street | 0.8 mi | 1m |
| Skin Creek Road | 0.6 mi | 1m |
| East 2nd Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| 2nd Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
Per-road distance and duration are being refreshed from OSRM for this route.
Longest stretch:
US 19
— 69 mi, about 1h 24m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Beckley, WV and Weston, WV.
1
Start on WV 210
0.8 mi
·
1 min
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North Kanawha Street
2
Turn right onto WV 16
1.3 mi
·
1 min
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Robert C. Byrd Drive
3
Continue on US 19; WV 16
3.3 mi
·
5 min
·
Robert C. Byrd Drive
4
Take the exit onto US 19
67 mi
·
1 hr 22 min
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US 19
Toward US 19 North: Summersville
Use the straight lane.
5
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
36 sec
Toward I 79, US 19 North: Clarksburg
6
Merge onto I 79; US 19
38 mi
·
40 min
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Senator Jennings Randolph Highway
7
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
25 sec
Toward CR 30: South Weston
8
Turn right onto Skin Creek Road
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Skin Creek Road
9
Turn right
87 ft
·
3 sec
10
Turn right onto US 19
1.8 mi
·
2 min
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US 19
11
Turn left onto US 33; US 119
433 ft
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9 sec
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East 2nd Street
12
Arrive at destination
US 33; US 119
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.
You may only need one short stretch break if traffic stays light.
The halfway point lands around 56.7 miles from Beckley, WV, or about 1h 11m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 69 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 39m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 56.7 miles or 1h 11m 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 53m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Weston, WV than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Beckley, 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 Beckley, WV
This is one driving day of about 113.4 miles and 2h 16m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Beckley, WV.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
You may only need one short stretch stop if conditions stay smooth.
The longest stretch is on US 19 for about 69 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 56.7 mi from Beckley, WV · 1h 11m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
57 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 56.7 miles from Beckley, WV, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before US 19 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 69 miles.
Arriving in Weston, WV
The final approach into Weston, 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 Weston, 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
$17.73 one way
$35.47 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
40 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.34 | $19.39 | $38.78 |
| premium | $4.70 | $20.99 | $41.98 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $25.04 | $50.07 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$18
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$43–$68
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 39.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $12 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 34 | 0 | $11.91 | $5.44 |
| Efficient EV | 28.4 | 0 | $9.92 | $4.54 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 45.4 | 0 | $15.88 | $7.26 |
Gas CO2
40 kg
EV CO2
13 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.
Travel Intel
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Destination
Weston, WV
Afternoon in Weston on Tuesday
Local time
2:04 PM
EDT
Current temp
39°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
74°F
Newtown, PA
57 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
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 16m 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 Beckley, WV to Weston, WV covers 113.4 miles and takes about 2h 16m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are US 19, Senator Jennings Randolph Highway, Robert C. Byrd Drive. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 56.7 miles from Beckley, WV. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $17.73 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.
This is a straightforward 2h 16m drive. You will face about 9 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.8 miles (WV 16 / Robert C. Byrd Drive): Navigation decision point; at 5.3 miles (US 19): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 72.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
The route from Beckley, WV to Weston, WV does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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