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Drive Time
3h 40m
Distance
196.2 mi
316 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$31
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.
Fairmont, WV
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Logan, WV
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Connecting Fairmont to Logan, this 196.2-mile journey through West Virginia typically takes about 3 hours and 40 minutes of driving time. Because the trip is straightforward, it works perfectly as a single-day excursion, leaving you plenty of flexibility for your arrival. You should budget approximately $31 for fuel to cover the distance between these two southeastern locations. Navigating primarily via the Senator Jennings Randolph Highway, US 119, and WV 73, you will find a consistent path through the state. Whether you are traveling for business or a change of scenery, the route offers a manageable pace that avoids the need for an overnight stay. Expect a reliable transit experience that keeps you moving steadily toward your destination.
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
98.1 miles from Fairmont, WV
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 50m into the drive .
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This drive offers a mixed-road profile, balancing faster highway segments with more localized travel. You will spend roughly 30% of your time on highways, providing a nice variation in pace as you move through the region. A significant portion of your journey involves a 135.1-mile stretch along the Senator Jennings Randolph Highway, which serves as the backbone of your trip. While the road transitions between different types of thoroughfares, you can expect a steady progression that keeps the drive engaging. By blending major road stretches with the remainder of the route, the trip balances efficiency with the feel of West Virginia's regional infrastructure.
Gently rolling terrain
Total Climb
1,932 ft
Total Descent
2,246 ft
Highest Point
1,436 ft
~49.1 mi in
Elevation Range
835 ft
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.
Very easy - short and simple to drive
The drive from Fairmont, WV to Logan, WV is easy. At 3h 40m 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 Logan, WV is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Fairmont Gateway Connector | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Senator Jennings Randolph Highway | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| I 64 West | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| US 119 South | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| WV 73 | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Landau Lane | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Water Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Dingess Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
Per-road distance and duration are being refreshed from OSRM for this route.
Step-by-step road directions between Fairmont, WV and Logan, WV.
Start on Jefferson Street
Continue on Fairmont Gateway Connector
Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward Fairmont Gateway Connector
Exit the roundabout onto Fairmont Gateway Connector
Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward Fairmont Gateway Connector
Exit the roundabout onto Fairmont Gateway Connector
Take the exit right
Merge slight left onto Senator Jennings Randolph Highway
Merge slight right
Take the exit slight right toward I 64 West, US 119 South: Huntington
Keep slight left
Merge slight right
Take the exit slight right toward US 119 South: Logan
Keep slight right
Take the exit slight right toward WV 73, WV 10: Logan
Turn left
Continue straight
Turn left onto WV 73
Turn left onto Landau Lane
Continue on Water Street
At the end of the road, turn left onto Dingess Street
Turn right onto White Street
Arrive at your destination
To make the most of your 3 hour and 40 minute travel time, plan for at least one stop to stretch your legs and refuel. Since the longest uninterrupted segment covers 135.1 miles, try to time your break near the midpoint of that stretch to avoid fatigue. Checking your fuel levels before hitting the Senator Jennings Randolph Highway is a smart move, as this is where you will spend the bulk of your time. Leaving Fairmont early in the day gives you the best chance to navigate the route with ease and arrive in Logan with daylight to spare. Keep your $31 fuel budget in mind, and enjoy the convenience of a trip that fits comfortably into a single day of travel.
Morning Departure
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Evening Departure
A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
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 29m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 98.1 miles or 1h 50m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 3h
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Logan, WV than in the middle of the route.
Open the route before leaving Fairmont, 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 Fairmont, WV
This is one driving day of about 196.2 miles and 3h 40m.
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 98.1 mi from Fairmont, WV · 1h 50m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
98 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 98.1 miles from Fairmont, WV, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
The final approach into Logan, 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 Logan, WV.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Regular Gas
$30.68 one way
$61.36 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.34 | $33.55 | $67.09 |
| premium | $4.70 | $36.31 | $72.62 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $43.32 | $86.64 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$31
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$56–$81
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 68.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $21 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 58.9 | 0 | $20.60 | $9.42 |
| Efficient EV | 49.1 | 0 | $17.17 | $7.85 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 78.5 | 0 | $27.47 | $12.56 |
Gas CO2
69 kg
EV CO2
23 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 Fairmont on Tuesday
Local time
4:31 PM
EDT
Current temp
44°F
Partly Cloudy
Destination
Afternoon in Logan on Tuesday
Local time
4:31 PM
EDT
Current temp
48°F
Mostly Clear
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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