Origin
Dunbar, WV
Late night in Dunbar on Saturday
Local time
4:59 AM
EDT
Current temp
69°F
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Live forecast
Trip from Dunbar, WV to Vienna, WV
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 18, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 42m
Distance
86.8 mi
140 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$14
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 35m
★
6 AM
1h 42m
8 AM
1h 58m
10 AM
1h 48m
12 PM
1h 46m
3 PM
1h 49m
5 PM
1h 57m
8 PM
1h 38m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Dunbar, WV
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Vienna, WV
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Trip Overview
The drive from Dunbar, WV to Vienna, WV covers 86.8 miles and takes about 1h 42m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on I 77, I 64, Murdoch Avenue for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 71.5 miles on I 77. At current regular gas prices, budget about $13.57 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.
Midpoint
43.4 miles from Dunbar, WV
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 48m into the drive .
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 42m. Total distance: 86.8 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 42m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (92%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Drive Character
This is a 1h 42m highway drive covering 86.8 miles, with most of the trip on I 77 and I 64. The longest continuous stretch is about 71.5 miles on I 77.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 16 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
I 77 is the longest continuous segment at about 71.5 miles.
Elevation Profile
Mostly flat terrain
894 ft
596 ft
Total Climb
643 ft
Total Descent
603 ft
Highest Point
894 ft
~62 mi in
Elevation Range
298 ft
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 77 and I 64. You will hit about 10 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 6 miles in.
Driving Effort
5/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 86.8 miles you will encounter 10 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 7.9 miles (I 77): Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 78 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.
5
6 mi into trip
|
~7m in
Take the exit toward I 77 North, I 79: Parkersburg
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward I 77 North, I 79: Parkersburg
5
7.9 mi into trip
|
~10m in
|
I 77
Keep slight left at fork onto I 77 toward I 77 North: Parkersburg
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Toward I 77 North: Parkersburg
4
78 mi into trip
|
~1h 25m in
Take the exit toward WV 95: Downtown Parkersburg
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Toward WV 95: Downtown Parkersburg
5
81.5 mi into trip
|
~1h 31m in
|
WV 618 / 7th Street
At end of road, turn left onto WV 618 / 7th Street
Navigation decision point
4
86.7 mi into trip
|
~1h 42m in
|
32nd Street
Turn right onto 32nd Street
Navigation decision point
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 77 | 71.5 mi | 1h 17m |
| I 64 | 5.8 mi | 7m |
| Murdoch Avenue | 2.5 mi | 5m |
| West Virginia Route 95 | 2.1 mi | 3m |
| Grand Central Avenue | 1.8 mi | 3m |
| East Street Bridge | 0.6 mi | 1m |
| East 8th Street | 0.5 mi | 1m |
| Camden Avenue | 0.5 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
I 77
— 71.5 mi, about 1h 17m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Dunbar, WV and Vienna, WV.
1
Start on this road
0.3 mi
·
34 sec
·
this road
Toward I 64 East: Charleston
2
Merge onto I 64
5.8 mi
·
7 min
·
I 64
3
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
30 sec
Toward I 77 North, I 79: Parkersburg
4
Merge onto I 77
1.5 mi
·
1 min
·
I 77
5
Keep slight left at fork onto I 77
70 mi
·
1 hr 15 min
·
I 77
Toward I 77 North: Parkersburg
6
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
41 sec
Toward WV 95: Downtown Parkersburg
7
Turn left onto Camden Avenue
187 ft
·
7 sec
·
Camden Avenue
8
Turn left onto WV 95
2.1 mi
·
3 min
·
West Virginia Route 95
9
Continue on WV 95
0.4 mi
·
53 sec
·
Camden Avenue
10
Turn right onto East Street Bridge
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
East Street Bridge
11
At end of road, turn left onto WV 618
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
7th Street
12
Continue on WV 618
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
East 8th Street
13
Continue on WV 14; WV 68
2.5 mi
·
5 min
·
Murdoch Avenue
14
Continue on WV 14
1.8 mi
·
3 min
·
Grand Central Avenue
15
Turn right onto 32nd Street
24 ft
·
1 sec
·
32nd Street
16
Arrive at destination
32nd Street
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.
You may only need one short stretch break if traffic stays light.
The halfway point lands around 43.4 miles from Dunbar, WV, or about 48m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 71.5 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 19 miles or 22m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 43.4 miles or 48m 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 20m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Vienna, WV than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
Open the route before leaving Dunbar, WV so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Dunbar, WV
This is one driving day of about 86.8 miles and 1h 42m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 19 miles from Dunbar, WV.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on I 77 for about 71.5 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 43.4 mi from Dunbar, WV · 48m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
43 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 19 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 43.4 miles from Dunbar, WV, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before I 77 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 71.5 miles.
Arriving in Vienna, WV
The final approach into Vienna, WV usually feels slower than the middle of the drive, so avoid planning your tightest schedule at the very end.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$13.57 one way
$27.15 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
30 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.34 | $14.84 | $29.68 |
| premium | $4.70 | $16.06 | $32.13 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $19.16 | $38.33 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$14
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$39–$64
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 30.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $9 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 26 | 0 | $9.11 | $4.17 |
| Efficient EV | 21.7 | 0 | $7.59 | $3.47 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 34.7 | 0 | $12.15 | $5.56 |
Gas CO2
30 kg
EV CO2
10 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
Vienna, WV
Late night in Vienna on Saturday
Local time
4:59 AM
EDT
Current temp
66°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
3 degrees cooler at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
1h 42m 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 Dunbar, WV to Vienna, WV covers 86.8 miles and takes about 1h 42m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 77, I 64, Murdoch Avenue. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 43.4 miles from Dunbar, WV. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $13.57 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.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 86.8 miles you will encounter 10 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
The main spots that need attention: at 6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 7.9 miles (I 77): Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 78 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early.
The route from Dunbar, WV to Vienna, WV does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
Mostly flat terrain. The route ranges from 596 ft to 894 ft elevation with about 643 ft of total climbing.
How this page is built
Compiled by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, EIA for fuel prices, and USGS 3DEP for elevation. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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