Origin
Clarksburg, WV
Afternoon in Clarksburg on Tuesday
Local time
4:31 PM
EDT
Current temp
38°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Clarksburg, WV to Dunbar, WV
Data updated 1 second ago
Drive Time
2h 23m
Distance
129.7 mi
209 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 13m
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6 AM
2h 23m
8 AM
2h 43m
10 AM
2h 30m
12 PM
2h 28m
3 PM
2h 31m
5 PM
2h 42m
8 PM
2h 17m
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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Dunbar, WV
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Trip Overview
If you are planning a trip from Clarksburg to Dunbar, you are looking at a 129.7-mile journey that typically takes about 2 hours and 23 minutes. This route stays entirely within West Virginia, keeping you in the Southeast region for the duration of your travel. Because of the manageable distance, this is perfectly suited as a one-day trip, meaning you won't need to worry about booking overnight accommodations. Expect to spend approximately $21 on fuel to complete the drive. While the trip is straightforward, the turn-heavy nature of the local roads means you should stay alert behind the wheel. It is a practical, efficient way to connect these two points without needing a multi-day itinerary.
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
64.8 miles from Clarksburg, WV
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 11m into the drive .
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Drive Character
Expect a drive defined by its technical, turn-heavy local segments rather than a simple interstate cruise. Only 6% of this route consists of high-speed highway travel, so prepare for a more hands-on experience as you navigate the roads. Your journey is dominated by the Senator Jennings Randolph Highway, which accounts for a significant 117.3-mile stretch of your time on the road. You will also transition through sections of I-64 and West Main Street as you approach your destination. The character of the drive shifts from regional connectivity to local maneuvering, requiring your full attention as you transition between these different road types.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 17 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Broadway Avenue is one of the defining roads on this drive.
Elevation Profile
Gently rolling terrain
1,520 ft
596 ft
Total Climb
1,304 ft
Total Descent
1,700 ft
Highest Point
1,520 ft
~64.8 mi in
Elevation Range
924 ft
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 Clarksburg, WV to Dunbar, WV is easy. At 2h 23m 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 Clarksburg, WV to Dunbar, WV is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Broadway Avenue | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Philippi Pike | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Philippi PIke | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Anmoore Road | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| I 79 South | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Senator Jennings Randolph Highway | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| I 64 West | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| CR 25 | Unavailable | Refreshing |
Per-road distance and duration are being refreshed from OSRM for this route.
Longest stretch:
Broadway Avenue
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Clarksburg, WV and Dunbar, WV.
1
Start on West Main Street
1.6 mi
·
2 min
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West Main Street
2
Turn left onto Broadway Avenue
0.3 mi
·
30 sec
·
Broadway Avenue
3
At the end of the road, turn right onto Philippi Pike
0.2 mi
·
20 sec
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Philippi Pike
4
Continue on Philippi PIke
0.6 mi
·
51 sec
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Philippi PIke
5
Continue on Philippi Pike
0.8 mi
·
1 min
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Philippi Pike
6
Turn left onto Anmoore Road
0.2 mi
·
29 sec
·
Anmoore Road
7
Take the ramp left toward I 79 South
0.2 mi
·
29 sec
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I 79 South
8
Merge slight left onto Senator Jennings Randolph Highway
117 mi
·
2 hr 5 min
·
Senator Jennings Randolph Highway
9
Merge slight right
1.4 mi
·
1 min
10
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
11
Keep slight left
0.5 mi
·
34 sec
12
Merge slight right
5.9 mi
·
7 min
13
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
14
Keep slight left
72 ft
·
2 sec
15
Turn right onto 10th Street
0.3 mi
·
36 sec
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10th Street
16
Take the ramp sharp left toward I 64 East: Charleston
72 ft
·
2 sec
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I 64 East: Charleston
17
Arrive at your destination
Trip Plan
Since this is a relatively short trip, you have the flexibility to depart at a time that best suits your schedule without needing to worry about complicated pacing. Although the drive is just under two and a half hours, the turn-heavy profile means you should stay focused rather than relying on autopilot. Given that there are no formal, pre-planned stops included in this route, make sure your vehicle is fueled up and ready to go before you leave, keeping that $21 fuel budget in mind. If you find yourself needing a break, look for opportunities along the Senator Jennings Randolph Highway to stretch your legs, as that is where you will spend the vast majority of your time. Keeping a steady pace will make the navigation of these local turns much more comfortable.
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 64.8 miles from Clarksburg, WV, or about 1h 11m 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 28m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 64.8 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 57m
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 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 129.7 miles and 2h 23m.
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.
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 64.8 mi from Clarksburg, WV · 1h 11m 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 64.8 miles from Clarksburg, 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
$20.28 one way
$40.56 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
45 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.34 | $22.18 | $44.35 |
| premium | $4.70 | $24.00 | $48.01 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $28.64 | $57.27 |
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: 45.4 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 | 38.9 | 0 | $13.62 | $6.23 |
| Efficient EV | 32.4 | 0 | $11.35 | $5.19 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 51.9 | 0 | $18.16 | $8.30 |
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
4:31 PM
EDT
Current temp
45°F
Mostly Clear
NE 3 mph
1% chance
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
7 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 23m on the road
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.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Clarksburg, WV to Dunbar, WV covers 129.7 miles and takes about 2h 23m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Broadway Avenue, Philippi Pike, Philippi PIke. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 64.8 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 $20.28 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 Clarksburg, WV to Dunbar, WV is easy. At 2h 23m 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 Clarksburg, WV to Dunbar, WV is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Clarksburg, 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 1,520 ft elevation with about 1,304 ft of total climbing.
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