Origin
Clarksburg, WV
Night in Clarksburg on Tuesday
Local time
9:26 PM
EDT
Current temp
64°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Clarksburg, WV to Augusta, WV
Data updated 1 hour ago
Drive Time
2h 58m
Distance
142.3 mi
229 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$22
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
2h 47m
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6 AM
2h 59m
8 AM
3h 21m
10 AM
3h 7m
12 PM
3h 4m
3 PM
3h 8m
5 PM
3h 20m
8 PM
2h 52m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Clarksburg, WV
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Augusta, WV
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Trip Overview
The drive from Clarksburg, WV to Augusta, WV covers 142.3 miles and takes about 2h 58m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on I 68, Senator Jennings Randolph Highway, Cumberland Road for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is mixed drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 70.9 miles on I 68. At current regular gas prices, budget about $22.25 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
1 planned break
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
71.1 miles from Clarksburg, WV
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 19m into the drive .
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Drive Character
The drive from Clarksburg, WV to Augusta, WV covers 142.3 miles and takes about 2h 58m, using a mix of highways and local roads.
Expect a mix of faster highway mileage and slower local approaches near the beginning or end.
There are about 22 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
I 68 is the longest continuous segment at about 70.9 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 0.3 miles in near South Third Street.
Route Complexity
4/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
This is a straightforward 2h 58m drive. You will face about 10 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.3 miles (South Third Street): Navigation decision point; at 3.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early; at 33.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 10 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
4
0.3 mi into trip
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~0m in
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South Third Street
Turn left onto South Third Street
Navigation decision point
4
3.6 mi into trip
|
~5m in
Take the exit toward I 79 North
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Toward I 79 North
4
33.2 mi into trip
|
~38m in
Take the exit toward I 68 East: Cumberland
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Toward I 68 East: Cumberland
5
104.4 mi into trip
|
~1h 54m in
Take the exit toward US 220 Truck South
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Exit 40
Toward US 220 Truck South
4
110.1 mi into trip
|
~2h 5m in
|
MD 956 / Patriot Parkway Southwest
Turn left onto MD 956 / Patriot Parkway Southwest
Navigation decision point
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 68 | 70.9 mi | 1h 15m |
| Senator Jennings Randolph Highway | 29 mi | 31m |
| Cumberland Road | 10.6 mi | 15m |
| Frankfort Highway | 7.7 mi | 12m |
| Northwestern Turnpike | 5.8 mi | 8m |
| Rocket Center Road | 4.2 mi | 6m |
| Corridor D | 3 mi | 4m |
| East Main Street | 3 mi | 8m |
Longest stretch:
I 68
— 70.9 mi, about 1h 15m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Clarksburg, WV and Augusta, WV.
1
Start on WV 20
0.3 mi
·
40 sec
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West Main Street
2
Turn left onto South Third Street
0.1 mi
·
16 sec
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South Third Street
3
Take the ramp
0.1 mi
·
13 sec
4
Merge onto US 50
3.0 mi
·
4 min
·
Corridor D
5
Take the exit
0.6 mi
·
1 min
Toward I 79 North
6
Merge onto I 79
29 mi
·
31 min
·
Senator Jennings Randolph Highway
7
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
43 sec
Toward I 68 East: Cumberland
8
Continue on I 68
71 mi
·
1 hr 15 min
·
I 68
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
30 sec
Exit 40
Toward US 220 Truck South
10
Turn slight right
348 ft
·
8 sec
11
Turn straight onto MD 658
0.4 mi
·
42 sec
·
Vocke Road Southwest
12
Turn left onto MD 53
2.7 mi
·
4 min
·
Winchester Road
13
Turn right onto US 220
2.2 mi
·
4 min
·
McMullen Highway Southwest
14
Turn left onto MD 956
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
Patriot Parkway Southwest
15
Continue on WV 956
4.2 mi
·
6 min
·
Rocket Center Road
16
At end of road, turn right onto WV 28
7.7 mi
·
12 min
·
Frankfort Highway
17
Continue on WV 28
2.4 mi
·
3 min
·
Cumberland Road
18
Continue on WV 28
8.3 mi
·
12 min
·
Cumberland Road
19
Continue on WV 28
0.4 mi
·
44 sec
·
North High Street
20
Turn left onto US 50
3.0 mi
·
8 min
·
East Main Street
21
Continue on US 50
5.8 mi
·
8 min
·
Northwestern Turnpike
22
Arrive at destination
US 50
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.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 71.1 miles from Clarksburg, WV, or about 1h 19m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 70.9 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 28m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 71.1 miles or 1h 19m 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 15m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Augusta, WV than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Clarksburg, 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 Clarksburg, WV
This is one driving day of about 142.3 miles and 2h 58m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Clarksburg, WV.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Plan about 1 real break rather than only quick fuel stops.
The longest stretch is on I 68 for about 70.9 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 71.1 mi from Clarksburg, WV · 1h 19m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
71 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 71.1 miles from Clarksburg, WV, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before I 68 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 70.9 miles.
Arriving in Augusta, WV
The final approach into Augusta, 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 Augusta, 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
$22.25 one way
$44.51 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
50 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.34 | $24.33 | $48.66 |
| premium | $4.70 | $26.34 | $52.67 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $31.42 | $62.84 |
Estimated Tolls: $0.40
Northwestern Turnpike
(5.8 mi)
$0.40
Toll estimates based on average 2024-2025 rates. EZ-Pass/SunPass discounts may lower the actual cost.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$22
Tolls
$0
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$48–$73
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 49.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $15 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 42.7 | 0 | $14.94 | $6.83 |
| Efficient EV | 35.6 | 0 | $12.45 | $5.69 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 56.9 | 0 | $19.92 | $9.11 |
Gas CO2
50 kg
EV CO2
17 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.
Travel Intel
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Destination
Augusta, WV
Night in Augusta on Tuesday
Local time
9:26 PM
EDT
Current temp
80°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
16 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 58m 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 Clarksburg, WV to Augusta, WV covers 142.3 miles and takes about 2h 58m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 68, Senator Jennings Randolph Highway, Cumberland Road. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 71.1 miles from Clarksburg, WV. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $22.25 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.
Plan about 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, or rest. A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
This is a straightforward 2h 58m drive. You will face about 10 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.3 miles (South Third Street): Navigation decision point; at 3.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early; at 33.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early.
The route from Clarksburg, WV to Augusta, WV does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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