Origin
Gilbert, WV
Afternoon in Gilbert on Saturday
Local time
3:59 PM
EDT
Current temp
57°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Gilbert, WV to Hatfield, WV
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 18, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
46m
Distance
36.4 mi
59 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$6
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 43m
★
6 AM
0h 47m
8 AM
0h 54m
10 AM
0h 49m
12 PM
0h 48m
3 PM
0h 50m
5 PM
0h 54m
8 PM
0h 44m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Gilbert, WV
Tom Fisk
Hatfield, WV
Federated Art
Trip Overview
Gilbert, WV to Hatfield, WV is 36.4 miles and takes about 46 minutes via Central Avenue, R, and West 4th Avenue, with a fuel budget near $6 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This short hop stays within the Southeast region of West Virginia, offering a straightforward local drive. Given its brevity, this route is ideal for a quick day trip or as a segment of a larger journey through the area. You'll be navigating primarily on local roads, so expect a more intimate connection with the landscape rather than a high-speed transit.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| US 52 | 15.8 mi | 18m |
| R. A. West Highway | 10.4 mi | 14m |
| Central Avenue | 9.7 mi | 13m |
| West 4th Avenue | 0.5 mi | <1m |
| Deskins Drive | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
US 52
— 15.8 mi, about 18m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Gilbert, WV and Hatfield, WV.
1
Start on US 52; WV 80
68 ft
·
7 sec
·
US 52; WV 80
2
Continue on US 52
9.7 mi
·
13 min
·
Central Avenue
3
Continue on CR 252/57
10 mi
·
14 min
·
R. A. West Highway
4
Continue on US 52; WV 65
11 mi
·
13 min
·
US 52; WV 65
5
Continue on US 52
0.5 mi
·
51 sec
·
West 4th Avenue
6
Turn right onto US 52; US 119
4.3 mi
·
5 min
·
US 52; US 119
7
Turn left onto Deskins Drive
162 ft
·
7 sec
·
Deskins Drive
8
Arrive at destination
Deskins Drive
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
18 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 36 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 18.2 miles from Gilbert, WV, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Heads-up: tricky spots
2 of 22 decision points cluster between mile 32.1 and 36.4 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
3
32.1 mi into trip
|
~41m in
|
US 52; US 119
Turn right onto US 52; US 119
Navigation decision point
4
36.4 mi into trip
|
~46m in
|
Deskins Drive
Turn left onto Deskins Drive
Navigation decision point
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$5.69 one way
$11.38 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
13 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.34 | $6.22 | $12.45 |
| premium | $4.70 | $6.74 | $13.47 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $8.04 | $16.07 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$6
Estimated CO2 emission: 12.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $4 in charging · 0 stops · 69% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 10.9 | 0 | $3.82 | $1.75 |
| Efficient EV | 9.1 | 0 | $3.18 | $1.46 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 14.6 | 0 | $5.10 | $2.33 |
Gas CO2
13 kg
EV CO2
4 kg (69% 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
Hatfield, WV
Afternoon in Hatfield on Saturday
Local time
3:59 PM
EDT
Current temp
86°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
29 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
46m 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.
What kind of drive is this?
This route is characterized by its frequent turns, making it a 'turn-heavy' local drive. With no highway mileage (0% highway share), you'll be on secondary roads for the entire 36.4 miles. The drive progresses through a series of local streets and state routes, without any long, uninterrupted stretches. Be prepared to adjust your speed and attention regularly as you navigate through communities and along winding local pathways.
43% highway, the rest on surface roads — varied driving throughout.
8 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 15.8 mi on US 52.
How Hard Is This Drive?
1/10
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes around 32.1 miles in near US 52; US 119.
Driving Effort
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Gilbert, WV to Hatfield, WV is easy. At 46m with 43% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 32.1 miles (US 52; US 119): Navigation decision point; at 36.4 miles (Deskins Drive): Navigation decision point.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 46m. Total distance: 36.4 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
46m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (43%). Straightforward navigation.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 15.8 miles on US 52. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Yes. At under 2 hours behind the wheel, this works well for families — plan one quick stop if you have younger kids.
Mostly yes along the main roads, but rural stretches through WV can have sparse or no coverage. Before you leave, download offline Google Maps or Apple Maps for the route, and consider downloading music or podcasts instead of streaming. If you depend on data for navigation, keep a paper backup of the turn-by-turn directions.
The main spots that need attention: at 32.1 miles (US 52; US 119): Navigation decision point; at 36.4 miles (Deskins Drive): Navigation decision point.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Hatfield, WV before heading back.
How this page is built
Compiled by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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