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Drive Time
2h 49m
Distance
152.4 mi
245 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$24
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.
Chesapeake, WV
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Fairmont, WV
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Connecting Chesapeake to Fairmont, this 152.4-mile journey takes approximately 2 hours and 49 minutes to complete. Because the route is compact, it works perfectly as a single-day trip, meaning you won't need to worry about booking an overnight stay. You can expect to budget around $24 for fuel to cover the distance. Navigating through the Southeastern region of West Virginia, you will primarily use the Senator Jennings Randolph Highway, the West Virginia Turnpike, and Maccorkle Avenue. This drive offers a straightforward connection between the two cities, providing a practical travel experience for those moving across the state.
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
76.2 miles from Chesapeake, WV
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 24m into the drive .
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Expect a turn-heavy local drive that demands your full attention behind the wheel. While about 9% of the route consists of highway travel, the character of the road is defined by its technical, winding nature rather than a monotonous interstate grind. You will spend the vast majority of your time—specifically 135.1 miles—on the Senator Jennings Randolph Highway, which represents the longest uninterrupted stretch of the trip. The transition between these roads creates a varied experience that keeps the drive engaging from start to finish.
Gently rolling terrain
Total Climb
1,730 ft
Total Descent
1,349 ft
Highest Point
1,233 ft
~114.3 mi in
Elevation Range
625 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 Chesapeake, WV to Fairmont, WV is easy. At 2h 49m 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 Chesapeake, WV to Fairmont, WV is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Maccorkle Avenue | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| West Virginia Turnpike | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| I 77 North | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Senator Jennings Randolph Highway | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| WV 273 North | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Fairmont Gateway Connector | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Jefferson Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
Per-road distance and duration are being refreshed from OSRM for this route.
Step-by-step road directions between Chesapeake, WV and Fairmont, WV.
Start on 125th Street
Turn right onto Maccorkle Avenue
Turn left
Take the ramp right
Merge slight left onto West Virginia Turnpike
Keep slight right to continue on I 77 North: Parkersburg
Keep slight right to continue on Senator Jennings Randolph Highway
Take the exit slight right toward WV 273 North: Downtown, Fairmont
Turn left onto Fairmont Gateway Connector
Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward Fairmont Gateway Connector
Exit the roundabout onto Fairmont Gateway Connector
Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward Fairmont Gateway Connector
Exit the roundabout onto Fairmont Gateway Connector
Continue on Jefferson Street
Arrive at your destination
Since this is a relatively short trip, you have plenty of flexibility in your schedule, but planning for at least one dedicated stop will help you stay fresh. Given the turn-heavy nature of the route, try to depart during daylight hours to ensure you have maximum visibility on the winding local roads. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge before starting the main 135.1-mile leg, as refueling early can help you avoid potential stress during the longer stretches. Because the drive clocks in under three hours, you can easily manage the entire distance in one go, allowing you to reach Fairmont comfortably without the need to rush.
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 28m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 76.2 miles or 1h 24m 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 18m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Fairmont, WV than in the middle of the route.
Open the route before leaving Chesapeake, 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 Chesapeake, WV
This is one driving day of about 152.4 miles and 2h 49m.
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 76.2 mi from Chesapeake, WV · 1h 24m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
76 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 76.2 miles from Chesapeake, WV, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
The final approach into Fairmont, 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 Fairmont, WV.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Regular Gas
$23.83 one way
$47.66 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.34 | $26.06 | $52.12 |
| premium | $4.70 | $28.21 | $56.41 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $33.65 | $67.30 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$24
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$49–$74
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 53.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $16 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 45.7 | 0 | $16.00 | $7.32 |
| Efficient EV | 38.1 | 0 | $13.33 | $6.10 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 61 | 0 | $21.34 | $9.75 |
Gas CO2
53 kg
EV CO2
18 kg (66% 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 Chesapeake on Tuesday
Local time
6:01 PM
EDT
Current temp
46°F
Mostly Clear
Destination
Evening in Fairmont on Tuesday
Local time
6:01 PM
EDT
Current temp
82°F
Unavailable
74°F
Newtown, PA
76 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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