Origin
Follansbee, WV
Evening in Follansbee on Tuesday
Local time
6:00 PM
EDT
Current temp
58°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Follansbee, WV to Fairmont, WV
Data updated 0 seconds ago
Drive Time
1h 52m
Distance
89.5 mi
144 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$14
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 44m
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6 AM
1h 52m
8 AM
2h 9m
10 AM
1h 58m
12 PM
1h 56m
3 PM
1h 59m
5 PM
2h 8m
8 PM
1h 47m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Follansbee, WV
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Fairmont, WV
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Trip Overview
Connecting Follansbee to Fairmont, this 89.5-mile journey across West Virginia is a straightforward trip that typically takes about 1 hour and 52 minutes. Because the drive is relatively short, you can easily complete it in a single day without needing an overnight stop. Budgeting approximately $14 for fuel should cover your travel costs, keeping this an economical choice for your schedule. You will be traveling entirely within the southeastern region of the state, ensuring a consistent geographic feel throughout the trip. Whether you are heading out for business or a quick visit, this route offers a practical and efficient way to traverse the state.
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
44.8 miles from Follansbee, WV
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 56m into the drive .
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Drive Character
Expect a highway-focused experience as you navigate this route, with about 65% of your travel time spent on major thoroughfares. You will spend time on Washington Pike and the Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway before transitioning onto I-79. The most significant portion of your journey is a 58.3-mile stretch on I-79, which provides a steady, uninterrupted pace. While the local roads offer a different rhythm early on, the interstate segments dominate the driving experience, making this a reliable path for those looking to reach Fairmont efficiently.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 17 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
10th Street 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 Follansbee, WV to Fairmont, WV is easy. At 1h 52m 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 Follansbee, WV to Fairmont, WV is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| 10th Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Washington Pike | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Jefferson Avenue | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| I 70 East | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Dwight D Eisenhower Highway | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| I 79 south | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| WV 273 North | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Fairmont Gateway Connector | Unavailable | Refreshing |
Per-road distance and duration are being refreshed from OSRM for this route.
Longest stretch:
10th Street
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Follansbee, WV and Fairmont, WV.
1
Start on Main Street
4.0 mi
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6 min
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Main Street
2
Turn left onto 10th Street
0.5 mi
·
46 sec
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10th Street
3
Continue on Washington Pike
10 mi
·
14 min
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Washington Pike
4
Continue on Jefferson Avenue
1.1 mi
·
1 min
·
Jefferson Avenue
5
Continue on Washington Pike
8.0 mi
·
11 min
·
Washington Pike
6
Continue on Jefferson Avenue
1.7 mi
·
3 min
·
Jefferson Avenue
7
Take the ramp left toward I 70 East: New Stanton
0.3 mi
·
36 sec
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I 70 East: New Stanton
8
Merge slight left onto Dwight D Eisenhower Highway
4.1 mi
·
5 min
·
Dwight D Eisenhower Highway
9
Take the exit slight right toward I 79 south: Waynesburg, Morgantown
58 mi
·
1 hr 3 min
·
I 79 south: Waynesburg, Morgantown
10
Take the exit slight right toward WV 273 North: Downtown, Fairmont
0.5 mi
·
1 min
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WV 273 North: Downtown, Fairmont
11
Turn left onto Fairmont Gateway Connector
0.4 mi
·
59 sec
·
Fairmont Gateway Connector
12
Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward Fairmont Gateway Connector
121 ft
·
3 sec
·
Fairmont Gateway Connector
13
Exit the roundabout onto Fairmont Gateway Connector
0.2 mi
·
23 sec
·
Fairmont Gateway Connector
14
Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward Fairmont Gateway Connector
128 ft
·
3 sec
·
Fairmont Gateway Connector
15
Exit the roundabout onto Fairmont Gateway Connector
0.2 mi
·
25 sec
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Fairmont Gateway Connector
16
Continue on Jefferson Street
0.3 mi
·
58 sec
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Jefferson Street
17
Arrive at your destination
Trip Plan
Since this is a manageable drive under two hours, you have plenty of flexibility regarding your departure time. You can easily complete the entire 89.5-mile distance in one go, so there is no need to plan for intermediate stops unless you prefer a break. Keep a close eye on your fuel gauge before merging onto I-79 to ensure you have enough for the longest 58.3-mile stretch of the trip. Planning your departure to avoid peak commuter traffic on the interstate will help ensure you stay within your estimated travel time. Ultimately, the simplicity of this route allows you to focus on the road ahead without worrying about complex navigation or multiple overnight logistics.
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 44.8 miles from Follansbee, WV, or about 56m 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 40m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 44.8 miles or 56m 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 35m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Fairmont, WV than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Follansbee, 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 Follansbee, WV
This is one driving day of about 89.5 miles and 1h 52m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Follansbee, WV.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
You may only need one short stretch stop if conditions stay smooth.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 44.8 mi from Follansbee, WV · 56m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
Municipality of Bethel Park, PA
45 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.
Municipality of Bethel Park, PA
Meal breakThe midpoint is around 44.8 miles from Follansbee, WV, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Fairmont, WV
The final approach into Fairmont, 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 Fairmont, 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
$14.00 one way
$27.99 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
31 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.34 | $15.30 | $30.61 |
| premium | $4.70 | $16.56 | $33.13 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $19.76 | $39.52 |
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: 31.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $9 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 26.8 | 0 | $9.40 | $4.30 |
| Efficient EV | 22.4 | 0 | $7.83 | $3.58 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 35.8 | 0 | $12.53 | $5.73 |
Gas CO2
31 kg
EV CO2
10 kg (68% 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
Fairmont, WV
Evening in Fairmont on Tuesday
Local time
6:00 PM
EDT
Current temp
82°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
24 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
1h 52m 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 Follansbee, WV to Fairmont, WV covers 89.5 miles and takes about 1h 52m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are 10th Street, Washington Pike, Jefferson Avenue. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 44.8 miles from Follansbee, WV. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $14.00 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.
The drive from Follansbee, WV to Fairmont, WV is easy. At 1h 52m 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 Follansbee, WV to Fairmont, WV is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Follansbee, WV to Fairmont, WV does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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