Origin
Gauley Bridge, WV
Late night in Gauley Bridge on Wednesday
Local time
12:19 AM
EDT
Current temp
39°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Gauley Bridge, WV to Midway, WV
Data updated 4 hours ago
Drive Time
33m
Distance
19.1 mi
31 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$3
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 31m
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6 AM
0h 34m
8 AM
0h 39m
10 AM
0h 36m
12 PM
0h 35m
3 PM
0h 36m
5 PM
0h 39m
8 PM
0h 32m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Midway, WV
Tom Fisk
Trip Overview
The drive from Gauley Bridge, WV to Midway, WV covers 19.1 miles and takes about 33m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on WV 16, US 19, Midland Trail for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 8.8 miles on WV 16. At current regular gas prices, budget about $2.99 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
0 planned breaks
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
9.6 miles from Gauley Bridge, WV
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 16m into the drive .
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Drive Character
This is a 33m highway drive covering 19.1 miles, with most of the trip on WV 16 and US 19. The longest continuous stretch is about 8.8 miles on WV 16.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 16 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
WV 16 is the longest continuous segment at about 8.8 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on WV 16 and US 19. You will hit about 12 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 0.1 miles in near CR 19/31 / Walnut Street.
Route Complexity
5/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 19.1 miles you will encounter 12 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 0.1 miles (CR 19/31 / Walnut Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.1 miles (Front Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.1 miles: Navigation decision point.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 12 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
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0.1 mi into trip
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~0m in
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CR 19/31 / Walnut Street
Turn left onto CR 19/31 / Walnut Street
Navigation decision point
4
0.1 mi into trip
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~0m in
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Front Street
Turn right onto Front Street
Navigation decision point
4
0.1 mi into trip
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~0m in
Turn left
Navigation decision point
5
0.2 mi into trip
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~1m in
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WV 16; WV 39
At end of road, turn right onto WV 16; WV 39
Navigation decision point
5
19.1 mi into trip
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~33m in
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Summerlee Road
Turn right onto Summerlee Road
Navigation decision point
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| WV 16 | 8.8 mi | 16m |
| US 19 | 4.8 mi | 6m |
| Midland Trail | 4.7 mi | 6m |
| Lamplighter Street | 0.3 mi | 2m |
| Summerlee Road | 0.1 mi | <1m |
| Thomas Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| Walnut Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| Jackson Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
WV 16
— 8.8 mi, about 16m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Gauley Bridge, WV and Midway, WV.
1
Start on Jackson Street
299 ft
·
18 sec
·
Jackson Street
2
Turn left onto CR 19/31
156 ft
·
6 sec
·
Walnut Street
3
Continue on CR 19/31
163 ft
·
13 sec
·
Walnut Street
4
Turn right onto Front Street
38 ft
·
6 sec
·
Front Street
5
Turn left
208 ft
·
15 sec
6
Turn right onto Thomas Street
323 ft
·
15 sec
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Thomas Street
7
At end of road, turn right onto WV 16; WV 39
0.3 mi
·
32 sec
·
WV 16; WV 39
8
Turn left onto WV 16; WV 39
145 ft
·
5 sec
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WV 16; WV 39
9
Turn left onto US 60
4.7 mi
·
6 min
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Midland Trail
10
Keep slight right at fork onto WV 16
8.4 mi
·
15 min
·
WV 16
11
Turn right onto US 19
4.8 mi
·
6 min
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US 19
12
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
30 sec
Toward CR 38
13
Turn right onto CR 38
0.1 mi
·
17 sec
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Summerlee Road
14
Turn right onto Lamplighter Street
0.3 mi
·
2 min
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Lamplighter Street
15
Turn right onto Summerlee Road
58 ft
·
2 sec
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Summerlee Road
16
Arrive at destination
Summerlee Road
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.
You may only need one short stretch break if traffic stays light.
The halfway point lands around 9.6 miles from Gauley Bridge, WV, or about 16m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 8.8 miles.
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 19.1 miles or 33m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 9.6 miles or 16m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 27m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Midway, WV than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Gauley Bridge, 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 Gauley Bridge, WV
This is one driving day of about 19.1 miles and 33m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Gauley Bridge, 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.
The longest stretch is on WV 16 for about 8.8 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 9.6 mi from Gauley Bridge, WV · 16m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
10 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 Midway, WV
The final approach into Midway, 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 Midway, 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
$2.99 one way
$5.97 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
7 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.34 | $3.27 | $6.53 |
| premium | $4.70 | $3.54 | $7.07 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $4.22 | $8.43 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$3
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$28–$53
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 6.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $2 in charging · 0 stops · 71% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 5.7 | 0 | $2.01 | $0.92 |
| Efficient EV | 4.8 | 0 | $1.67 | $0.76 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 7.6 | 0 | $2.67 | $1.22 |
Gas CO2
7 kg
EV CO2
2 kg (71% 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
Midway, WV
Late night in Midway on Wednesday
Local time
12:19 AM
EDT
Current temp
37°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
2 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
33m 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 Gauley Bridge, WV to Midway, WV covers 19.1 miles and takes about 33m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are WV 16, US 19, Midland Trail. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 9.6 miles from Gauley Bridge, WV. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $2.99 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.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 19.1 miles you will encounter 12 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (CR 19/31 / Walnut Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.1 miles (Front Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.1 miles: Navigation decision point.
The route from Gauley Bridge, WV to Midway, WV does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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