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Drive Time
2h 23m
Distance
129.4 mi
208 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$20
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.
Dunbar, WV
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Clarksburg, WV
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Connecting Dunbar to Clarksburg, this 129.4-mile journey takes approximately 2 hours and 23 minutes. You will primarily utilize I-64, I-77, and the Senator Jennings Randolph Highway to complete the transit. Because the trip is relatively short, it functions perfectly as a single-day excursion, meaning you won't need to worry about overnight logistics. Budgeting about $21 for fuel should cover your travel costs between these two West Virginia hubs. Since both locations are situated within the Southeast region, you will experience a consistent regional feel throughout your time on the road. It is a straightforward, practical route that gets you where you need to go without requiring an extensive multi-day commitment.
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
64.7 miles from Dunbar, WV
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 10m into the drive .
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Expect a turn-heavy local drive that demands your full attention behind the wheel. While you start with a brief stint on the interstate, only 6% of this trip consists of highway travel, shifting the focus to more technical maneuvers. You will spend the vast majority of your time—specifically 116.9 miles—navigating the Senator Jennings Randolph Highway. This stretch defines the personality of the trip, offering a driving experience that feels far more personal and winding than a standard monotonous interstate grind. Prepare for a road that requires constant engagement as you transition through the various turns along the route.
Mostly flat terrain
Total Climb
859 ft
Total Descent
463 ft
Highest Point
1,345 ft
~97 mi in
Elevation Range
749 ft
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. You will hit about 14 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 6 miles in.
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 129.4 miles you will encounter 14 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 79 / Senator Jennings Randolph Highway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 124.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early.
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
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
Keep slight right at fork onto I 79 / Senator Jennings Randolph Highway toward I 79 North: Clarksburg
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Take the exit toward WV 58: Anmoore
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Keep slight left at fork
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
At end of road, turn right onto WV 58 / Philippi Pike
Navigation decision point
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Senator Jennings Randolph Highway | 116.9 mi | 2h 5m |
| I 64 | 5.8 mi | 7m |
| I 77 | 1.5 mi | 1m |
| Philippi Pike | 1 mi | 1m |
| East Main Street | 1 mi | 1m |
| Philippi PIke | 0.6 mi | <1m |
| West Pike Street | 0.6 mi | 1m |
| Anmoore Road | 0.4 mi | <1m |
Step-by-step road directions between Dunbar, WV and Clarksburg, WV.
Start on this road
Merge onto I 64
Take the exit
Merge onto I 77
Keep slight right at fork onto I 79
Take the exit
Keep slight left at fork
Turn left onto WV 58
At end of road, turn right onto WV 58
Continue on CR 23/9
Continue on CR 23/9
Turn left onto Broadway Avenue
Turn right onto East Main Street
Turn right onto Monticello Avenue
Turn left onto WV 20
Turn left onto South Chestnut Street
Turn left onto WV 20
Arrive at destination
Since this is a manageable 2-hour and 23-minute drive, you have significant flexibility with your departure time to avoid heavy traffic. You won't need to plan for any formal stops unless you prefer to break up the journey, as the route is short enough to drive in one go. Keep in mind that because the Senator Jennings Randolph Highway makes up the bulk of your travel, you should stay alert for the constant turns that characterize this leg. Ensure your vehicle is fueled up before you head out, as your $21 fuel estimate is based on the most direct path. Taking the trip in a single day is the most efficient way to handle this distance, allowing you to reach Clarksburg with plenty of daylight left.
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.
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 27m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 64.7 miles or 1h 10m 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 55m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Clarksburg, WV than in the middle of the route.
Open the route before leaving Dunbar, 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 Dunbar, WV
This is one driving day of about 129.4 miles and 2h 23m.
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 64.7 mi from Dunbar, WV · 1h 10m 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.
A short stop after about 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 64.7 miles from Dunbar, WV, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before Senator Jennings Randolph Highway if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 116.9 miles.
The final approach into Clarksburg, 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 Clarksburg, WV.
After long uninterrupted mileage, take five minutes before the last urban segment to reset and refocus on exits, merges, and city traffic.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Regular Gas
$20.24 one way
$40.47 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.34 | $22.13 | $44.25 |
| premium | $4.70 | $23.95 | $47.90 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $28.57 | $57.14 |
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: 45.3 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 | 38.8 | 0 | $13.59 | $6.21 |
| Efficient EV | 32.4 | 0 | $11.32 | $5.18 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 51.8 | 0 | $18.12 | $8.28 |
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.
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Origin
Afternoon in Dunbar on Tuesday
Local time
2:05 PM
EDT
Current temp
45°F
Mostly Clear
Destination
Afternoon in Clarksburg on Tuesday
Local time
2:05 PM
EDT
Current temp
38°F
Unavailable
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
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
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.
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