Origin
Follansbee, WV
Evening in Follansbee on Tuesday
Local time
7:06 PM
EDT
Current temp
58°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Follansbee, WV to Weirton Heights, WV
Data updated 0 seconds ago
Drive Time
15m
Distance
9.4 mi
15 km
Drive Score
5/10
Practical drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$1
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 14m
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6 AM
0h 16m
8 AM
0h 18m
10 AM
0h 17m
12 PM
0h 16m
3 PM
0h 17m
5 PM
0h 18m
8 PM
0h 15m
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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Weirton Heights, WV
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Trip Overview
If you are looking for a quick connection between Follansbee and Weirton Heights, this 9.4-mile trek is a straightforward local transit. You can expect to reach your destination in about 15 minutes, making it an easy trip to complete in a single day. Navigating via CR 13, Three Springs Drive, and Cove Road keeps you entirely off major highways, as this route has a 0% highway share. Budgeting is simple, as you will likely spend no more than $1 on fuel for the entire journey. Both towns are located within the Southeast region of West Virginia, ensuring a consistent local atmosphere throughout your drive.
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
4.7 miles from Follansbee, WV
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 7m into the drive .
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Drive Character
Expect a turn-heavy local drive that demands your full attention as you transition between secondary roads. Because this path avoids interstates entirely, you will be navigating local infrastructure for the duration of your 9.4-mile trip. There are no long, uninterrupted stretches of highway to zone out on; in fact, the longest stretch on CR 13 is effectively 0 miles of straight, open road. This route is defined by its frequent transitions and local character rather than high-speed cruising. Stay alert at intersections and be prepared for the constant shifts in road geometry as you move through these West Virginia communities.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 8 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
CR 13 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 Weirton Heights, WV is easy. At 15m 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 Weirton Heights, WV is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| CR 13 | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Three Springs Drive | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Cove Road | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Pennsylvania Avenue | Unavailable | Refreshing |
Per-road distance and duration are being refreshed from OSRM for this route.
Longest stretch:
CR 13
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Follansbee, WV and Weirton Heights, WV.
1
Start on Main Street
4.3 mi
·
5 min
·
Main Street
2
Keep slight left
3.5 mi
·
4 min
3
Take the exit slight right toward CR 13: Three Springs Drive
0.2 mi
·
25 sec
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CR 13: Three Springs Drive
4
Keep slight right
351 ft
·
11 sec
5
Turn straight onto Three Springs Drive
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Three Springs Drive
6
At the end of the road, turn right onto Cove Road
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Cove Road
7
Turn sharp left onto Pennsylvania Avenue
46 ft
·
1 sec
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Pennsylvania Avenue
8
Arrive at your destination
Trip Plan
Since the drive is only 15 minutes long, you have immense flexibility in your departure time, allowing you to hit the road whenever it best suits your schedule. You will not need to plan for any stops along the way, as the short duration makes a non-stop transit the most efficient option. Given the lack of highway miles and low fuel consumption, you can focus on navigating the turns safely rather than worrying about rest stops or refueling logistics. My best advice for this specific route is to double-check your navigation before pulling out, as the reliance on local roads like Three Springs Drive and Cove Road involves multiple turns that are easy to miss if you aren't paying close attention.
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 4.7 miles from Follansbee, WV, or about 7m 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 9.4 miles or 15m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 4.7 miles or 7m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 13m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Weirton Heights, 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 9.4 miles and 15m.
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 4.7 mi from Follansbee, WV · 7m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
5 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
Arriving in Weirton Heights, WV
The final approach into Weirton Heights, 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 Weirton Heights, 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
$1.47 one way
$2.94 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
3 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.34 | $1.61 | $3.21 |
| premium | $4.70 | $1.74 | $3.48 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $2.08 | $4.15 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$1
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$26–$51
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 3.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $1 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 2.8 | 0 | $0.99 | $0.45 |
| Efficient EV | 2.4 | 0 | $0.82 | $0.38 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 3.8 | 0 | $1.32 | $0.60 |
Gas CO2
3 kg
EV CO2
1 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
Weirton Heights, WV
Evening in Weirton Heights on Tuesday
Local time
7:06 PM
EDT
Current temp
58°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
52°F
Mina, NY
5 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
Same local time
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
Very similar conditions
Both ends of the route are sitting at about the same temperature right now.
Road read
15m 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 Weirton Heights, WV covers 9.4 miles and takes about 15m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are CR 13, Three Springs Drive, Cove Road. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 4.7 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 $1.47 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 Weirton Heights, WV is easy. At 15m 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 Weirton Heights, WV is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Follansbee, WV to Weirton Heights, WV does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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