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Drive Time
4h 2m
Distance
204 mi
328 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$32
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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Weirton Heights, WV
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Traveling from Chesapeake to Weirton Heights covers 204 miles and typically takes about 4 hours and 2 minutes. This trip is perfectly manageable as a single-day excursion, though you should budget approximately $33 for fuel to complete the journey. You will primarily utilize I-77, SR 7, and North State Rt. 2 to navigate between these two points in West Virginia. Because the entire route remains within the state, you won't experience major regional shifts, but the transition from the southeast provides a steady change in scenery. It is a straightforward drive that works well for those looking to reach their destination without the need for an overnight stay.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is possible, but it will make for a full day on the road.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
Midpoint
102 miles from Chesapeake, WV
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 1m into the drive .
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This trip features a highway-focused profile, with 69% of your time spent on major routes. You will face your longest uninterrupted stretch early on, covering 78.7 miles on I-77 before transitioning to other roads. Expect a mix of high-speed interstate travel followed by the different pace of SR 7 and North State Rt. 2. While the interstate sections allow for steady cruising, the remainder of the drive requires more attention as you navigate through the state's corridors. The character of the road shifts noticeably as you move away from the primary interstate sections toward your final destination.
Gently rolling terrain
Total Climb
1,335 ft
Total Descent
742 ft
Highest Point
1,201 ft
~204 mi in
Elevation Range
628 ft
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way.
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
This is a straightforward 4h 2m drive. You will face about 0 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Chesapeake, WV to Weirton Heights, 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 |
| WV 2 North | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Emerson Avenue | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| State Route 2 | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| 2nd Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Wells 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 Weirton Heights, 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 left to continue on I 77 North: Parkersburg
Take the exit slight right toward WV 2 North, WV 68 South: Vienna, North Parkersburg
Keep slight right to continue on WV 2 North, WV 68 South: Vienna, North Parkersburg
Continue on Emerson Avenue
Continue on State Route 2
Continue on 2nd Street
Turn right onto Wells Street
Continue on Vine Street
Continue on 3rd Street
Continue on North State Route 2
Continue on North State Rt. 2
Turn left onto 12th Street
Continue straight
Take the exit right
Continue straight
Turn left onto Slack Street
Turn right onto South 4th Street
Turn left onto Franklin Avenue
Turn right onto North 7th Street
Take the ramp straight
Merge slight left onto Veterans Memorial Bridge
Keep slight left
Take the exit slight right toward CR 13: Three Springs Drive
Keep slight right
Turn straight onto Three Springs Drive
At the end of the road, turn right onto Cove Road
Turn sharp left onto Pennsylvania Avenue
Arrive at your destination
Plan for at least one dedicated stop during your 4-hour journey to keep your focus sharp behind the wheel. Since this is a one-day trip, departing early helps you avoid potential congestion and keeps your schedule flexible for the remainder of the day. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, especially as you transition off the interstate, to ensure you stay within your $33 budget. A helpful strategy for this route is to utilize your single planned stop toward the midpoint of the drive to break up the transition between I-77 and the state routes. Having this quick break will make the final leg into Weirton Heights feel much more manageable.
Morning Departure
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Evening Departure
A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
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 35m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 102 miles or 2h 1m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 3h 18m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Weirton Heights, 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 204 miles and 4h 2m.
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 102 mi from Chesapeake, WV · 2h 1m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
102 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 102 miles from Chesapeake, WV, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
The final approach into Weirton Heights, 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 Weirton Heights, WV.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Regular Gas
$31.90 one way
$63.80 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.34 | $34.88 | $69.76 |
| premium | $4.70 | $37.76 | $75.51 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $45.04 | $90.08 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$32
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$57–$82
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 71.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $21 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 61.2 | 0 | $21.42 | $9.79 |
| Efficient EV | 51 | 0 | $17.85 | $8.16 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 81.6 | 1 | $28.56 | $13.06 |
Gas CO2
71 kg
EV CO2
24 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
6:02 PM
EDT
Current temp
46°F
Mostly Clear
Destination
Evening in Weirton Heights on Tuesday
Local time
6:02 PM
EDT
Current temp
42°F
Partly Cloudy
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
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
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