Origin
Fairmont, WV
Evening in Fairmont on Wednesday
Local time
8:39 PM
EDT
Current temp
71°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Fairmont, WV to Belle, WV
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
2h 49m
Distance
150.8 mi
243 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$24
one way
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
2h 39m
★
6 AM
2h 49m
8 AM
3h 11m
10 AM
2h 57m
12 PM
2h 55m
3 PM
2h 58m
5 PM
3h 10m
8 PM
2h 43m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Fairmont, WV
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Belle, WV
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Trip Overview
The drive from Fairmont, WV to Belle, WV covers 150.8 miles and takes about 2h 49m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on Fairmont Gateway Connector, Senator Jennings Randolph Highway, US 60 East for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. At current regular gas prices, budget about $23.58 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
75.4 miles from Fairmont, WV
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 24m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a 2h 49m drive with frequent turns across 150.8 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 15 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Fairmont Gateway Connector is one of the defining roads on this drive.
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 Fairmont, WV to Belle, WV is easy. At 2h 49m 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 Fairmont, WV to Belle, WV is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Fairmont Gateway Connector | — | — |
| Senator Jennings Randolph Highway | — | — |
| US 60 East | — | — |
| Midland Avenue | — | — |
| US 60 | — | — |
Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.
Longest stretch:
Fairmont Gateway Connector
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Fairmont, WV and Belle, WV.
1
Start on Jefferson Street
0.3 mi
·
1 min
·
Jefferson Street
2
Continue on Fairmont Gateway Connector
0.2 mi
·
24 sec
·
Fairmont Gateway Connector
3
Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward Fairmont Gateway Connector
128 ft
·
3 sec
·
Fairmont Gateway Connector
4
Exit the roundabout onto Fairmont Gateway Connector
0.2 mi
·
23 sec
·
Fairmont Gateway Connector
5
Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward Fairmont Gateway Connector
128 ft
·
3 sec
·
Fairmont Gateway Connector
6
Exit the roundabout onto Fairmont Gateway Connector
0.4 mi
·
54 sec
·
Fairmont Gateway Connector
7
Take the exit right
0.5 mi
·
1 min
8
Merge slight left onto Senator Jennings Randolph Highway
135 mi
·
2 hr 25 min
·
Senator Jennings Randolph Highway
9
Merge slight right
6.5 mi
·
8 min
10
Take the exit slight right toward US 60 East: Midland Trail, Belle
7.0 mi
·
10 min
·
US 60 East: Midland Trail, Belle
11
Turn left onto Midland Avenue
154 ft
·
8 sec
·
Midland Avenue
12
At the end of the road, turn right onto Midland Avenue
0.2 mi
·
49 sec
·
Midland Avenue
13
Continue on Midland Avenue
233 ft
·
13 sec
·
Midland Avenue
14
Turn right onto Old US 60
0.3 mi
·
1 min
·
Old US 60
15
Arrive at your destination
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 75.4 miles from Fairmont, WV, or about 1h 24m 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 33 miles or 37m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 75.4 miles or 1h 24m 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 18m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Belle, WV than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Fairmont, 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 Fairmont, WV
This is one driving day of about 150.8 miles and 2h 49m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 33 miles from Fairmont, 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 75.4 mi from Fairmont, WV · 1h 24m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
75 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 33 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 75.4 miles from Fairmont, WV, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Belle, WV
The final approach into Belle, 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 Belle, 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
$23.58 one way
$47.16 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
53 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.34 | $25.78 | $51.57 |
| premium | $4.70 | $27.91 | $55.82 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $33.29 | $66.59 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$24
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$49–$74
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 52.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $16 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 45.2 | 0 | $15.83 | $7.24 |
| Efficient EV | 37.7 | 0 | $13.20 | $6.03 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 60.3 | 0 | $21.11 | $9.65 |
Gas CO2
53 kg
EV CO2
18 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
Belle, WV
Evening in Belle on Wednesday
Local time
8:39 PM
EDT
Current temp
51°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
20 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
2h 49m 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 Fairmont, WV to Belle, WV covers 150.8 miles and takes about 2h 49m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Fairmont Gateway Connector, Senator Jennings Randolph Highway, US 60 East. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 75.4 miles from Fairmont, WV. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $23.58 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 Fairmont, WV to Belle, WV is easy. At 2h 49m 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 Fairmont, WV to Belle, WV is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Fairmont, WV to Belle, WV does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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