Origin
Bridgeport, WV
Afternoon in Bridgeport on Tuesday
Local time
4:46 PM
EDT
Current temp
38°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Bridgeport, WV to Dunbar, WV
Data updated 0 seconds ago
Drive Time
2h 21m
Distance
129.1 mi
208 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$20
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
2h 12m
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6 AM
2h 22m
8 AM
2h 41m
10 AM
2h 29m
12 PM
2h 27m
3 PM
2h 30m
5 PM
2h 40m
8 PM
2h 16m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Bridgeport, WV
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Dunbar, WV
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Trip Overview
Traveling from Bridgeport to Dunbar covers 129.1 miles across West Virginia, a journey that typically takes about 2 hours and 21 minutes. Because this is a relatively short trip, it is perfectly suited for a single-day excursion. You should budget approximately $21 for fuel to complete the transit. The route utilizes a combination of the Senator Jennings Randolph Highway, I-64, and West Main Street to connect these two points. Since the drive is manageable in one go, you won't need to plan for an overnight stay, allowing you to reach your destination with ease.
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
64.5 miles from Bridgeport, WV
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 10m into the drive .
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Drive Character
Expect a turn-heavy, local driving experience that leans more toward technical navigation than a mindless highway cruise. With only 6% of the route consisting of major highway travel, you will spend most of your time on more intimate, winding roads. The longest uninterrupted stretch you will encounter is 118.5 miles along the Senator Jennings Randolph Highway, which defines the bulk of your time behind the wheel. Prepare for a road personality that demands your focus, as the path shifts between varied local stretches and the specific transitions required to move through the state.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 13 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
West Main Street is one of the defining roads on this drive.
Elevation Profile
Gently rolling terrain
1,511 ft
596 ft
Total Climb
1,669 ft
Total Descent
2,089 ft
Highest Point
1,511 ft
~64.5 mi in
Elevation Range
915 ft
Notable High Points
1,511 ft at ~64.5 miles
+624 ft prominence
How Hard Is This Drive?
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.
Route Complexity
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
The drive from Bridgeport, WV to Dunbar, WV is easy. At 2h 21m 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 Bridgeport, WV to Dunbar, WV is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| West Main Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| I 79 South | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Senator Jennings Randolph Highway | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| I 64 West | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| CR 25 | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| 10th Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| I 64 East | Unavailable | Refreshing |
Per-road distance and duration are being refreshed from OSRM for this route.
Longest stretch:
West Main Street
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Bridgeport, WV and Dunbar, WV.
1
Start on North Virginia Avenue
0.2 mi
·
27 sec
·
North Virginia Avenue
2
Turn right onto West Main Street
1.7 mi
·
2 min
·
West Main Street
3
Turn left onto I 79 South
0.2 mi
·
28 sec
·
I 79 South
4
Merge slight left onto Senator Jennings Randolph Highway
119 mi
·
2 hr 7 min
·
Senator Jennings Randolph Highway
5
Merge slight right
1.4 mi
·
1 min
6
Take the exit slight right toward I 64 West, US 119 South: Huntington
0.2 mi
·
13 sec
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I 64 West, US 119 South: Huntington
7
Keep slight left
0.5 mi
·
34 sec
8
Merge slight right
5.9 mi
·
7 min
9
Take the exit slight right toward CR 25/25: Roxalana Road, Dunbar
0.2 mi
·
20 sec
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CR 25/25: Roxalana Road, Dunbar
10
Keep slight left
72 ft
·
2 sec
11
Turn right onto 10th Street
0.3 mi
·
36 sec
·
10th Street
12
Take the ramp sharp left toward I 64 East: Charleston
72 ft
·
2 sec
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I 64 East: Charleston
13
Arrive at your destination
Trip Plan
Since this is a turn-heavy route, plan to leave early in the day to ensure you have plenty of daylight for navigating the local roads. Because there are no designated stops included in the standard route data, you have the flexibility to pull over whenever you need a break, but you should map out your own rest points ahead of time. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge before starting, as the $21 estimate is based on standard driving conditions on these specific roads. A great tip for this drive is to prioritize steady pacing on the Senator Jennings Randolph Highway, as its 118.5-mile length makes it the most significant part of your journey.
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 64.5 miles from Bridgeport, WV, or about 1h 10m into the drive.
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 27m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 64.5 miles or 1h 10m 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 56m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Dunbar, WV than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Bridgeport, 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 Bridgeport, WV
This is one driving day of about 129.1 miles and 2h 21m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Bridgeport, 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.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 64.5 mi from Bridgeport, WV · 1h 10m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
65 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 64.5 miles from Bridgeport, WV, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Dunbar, WV
The final approach into Dunbar, 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 Dunbar, 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
$20.19 one way
$40.38 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
45 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.34 | $22.07 | $44.15 |
| premium | $4.70 | $23.89 | $47.79 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $28.50 | $57.01 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$20
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$45–$70
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 45.2 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $14 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 38.7 | 0 | $13.56 | $6.20 |
| Efficient EV | 32.3 | 0 | $11.30 | $5.16 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 51.6 | 0 | $18.07 | $8.26 |
Gas CO2
45 kg
EV CO2
15 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
Dunbar, WV
Afternoon in Dunbar on Tuesday
Local time
4:46 PM
EDT
Current temp
40°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
74°F
Newtown, PA
65 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 21m 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 Bridgeport, WV to Dunbar, WV covers 129.1 miles and takes about 2h 21m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are West Main Street, I 79 South, Senator Jennings Randolph Highway. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 64.5 miles from Bridgeport, WV. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $20.19 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.
The drive from Bridgeport, WV to Dunbar, WV is easy. At 2h 21m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Bridgeport, WV to Dunbar, WV is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Bridgeport, WV to Dunbar, WV does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
Gently rolling terrain. The route ranges from 596 ft to 1,511 ft elevation with about 1,669 ft of total climbing. There is 1 notable high point along the way.
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