Origin
Clarksburg, WV
Afternoon in Clarksburg on Tuesday
Local time
4:36 PM
EDT
Current temp
38°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Clarksburg, WV to Hurricane, WV
Data updated 0 seconds ago
Drive Time
2h 44m
Distance
148.5 mi
239 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$23
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
2h 33m
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6 AM
2h 44m
8 AM
3h 6m
10 AM
2h 52m
12 PM
2h 49m
3 PM
2h 53m
5 PM
3h 4m
8 PM
2h 38m
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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Hurricane, WV
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Trip Overview
Spanning 148.5 miles across West Virginia, this drive connects Clarksburg to Hurricane in approximately 2 hours and 44 minutes. Because the total duration is quite manageable, this route works perfectly as a straightforward day trip, eliminating the need for an overnight stay. You can expect to spend about $24 on fuel, making it a budget-friendly option for your travel plans. The journey stays entirely within the Southeast region, moving between two points in the Mountain State. With only one recommended stop, it is a convenient transit between these two cities. Use this trip when you need a reliable, efficient way to traverse this part of 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
74.3 miles from Clarksburg, WV
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 22m into the drive .
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Drive Character
Expect a turn-heavy local drive that demands your full attention behind the wheel. While about 17% of the route utilizes highways, the experience is defined by the Senator Jennings Randolph Highway, which accounts for your longest uninterrupted stretch of 117.3 miles. You will navigate a mix of road types, transitioning from local streets like West Main Street onto I-64 for parts of the journey. The character of the road shifts from regional thoroughfares to interstate travel, requiring you to adapt to varying speeds. It is far from a monotonous interstate grind, offering a more engaging, technical feel for drivers who prefer active road handling.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 19 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
1,321 ft
598 ft
Total Climb
1,098 ft
Total Descent
1,382 ft
Highest Point
1,321 ft
~30.9 mi in
Elevation Range
723 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 Hurricane, WV is easy. At 2h 44m 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 Hurricane, 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 19 | 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 Hurricane, 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
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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
24 mi
·
26 min
13
Take the exit slight right toward CR 19: Hurricane
0.3 mi
·
49 sec
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CR 19: Hurricane
14
Turn left onto Hurricane Creek Road
0.4 mi
·
34 sec
·
Hurricane Creek Road
15
Turn right onto Teays Valley Road
0.1 mi
·
18 sec
·
Teays Valley Road
16
Continue on Midland Trail
0.2 mi
·
22 sec
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Midland Trail
17
Turn right
358 ft
·
7 sec
18
Turn slight right
43 ft
·
1 sec
19
Arrive at your destination
Trip Plan
Plan to depart early to make the most of your day, as the 2 hour and 44 minute travel time leaves plenty of room for flexibility. Since you only need one stop to complete the 148.5-mile trek comfortably, choose a location along the Senator Jennings Randolph Highway to break up the drive. Keep in mind that the turn-heavy nature of the route means your focus should remain sharp, particularly on the non-interstate sections. Budgeting $24 for fuel should keep you covered, but always check your levels before hitting the road. To ensure a smooth experience, prioritize your rest break somewhere near the midway point of that long 117.3-mile highway stretch.
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 74.3 miles from Clarksburg, WV, or about 1h 22m 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 74.3 miles or 1h 22m 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 14m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Hurricane, 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 148.5 miles and 2h 44m.
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.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 74.3 mi from Clarksburg, WV · 1h 22m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
74 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 74.3 miles from Clarksburg, WV, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Hurricane, WV
The final approach into Hurricane, 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 Hurricane, 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
$23.22 one way
$46.44 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
52 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.34 | $25.39 | $50.78 |
| premium | $4.70 | $27.48 | $54.97 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $32.79 | $65.57 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$23
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$48–$73
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 52 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $16 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 44.6 | 0 | $15.59 | $7.13 |
| Efficient EV | 37.1 | 0 | $12.99 | $5.94 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 59.4 | 0 | $20.79 | $9.50 |
Gas CO2
52 kg
EV CO2
17 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
Hurricane, WV
Afternoon in Hurricane on Tuesday
Local time
4:36 PM
EDT
Current temp
43°F
Mostly Clear
NE 5 mph
1% chance
Live forecast
74°F
Newtown, PA
74 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
5 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 44m 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 Hurricane, WV covers 148.5 miles and takes about 2h 44m 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 74.3 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 $23.22 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.
The drive from Clarksburg, WV to Hurricane, WV is easy. At 2h 44m 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 Hurricane, WV is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Clarksburg, WV to Hurricane, WV does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
Gently rolling terrain. The route ranges from 598 ft to 1,321 ft elevation with about 1,098 ft of total climbing.
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