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Trip from Glendale, WV to Huntington, WV

Data updated 2 hours ago

Drive Time

3h 33m

Distance

176.8 mi

285 km

Drive Score

9/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$28

one way

EV Charging

None

0 DC fast

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 38 min
4 AM
3h 21m ★
6 AM
3h 34m
8 AM
3h 59m
10 AM
3h 43m
12 PM
3h 40m
3 PM
3h 44m
5 PM
3h 57m
8 PM
3h 26m

Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.

Downtown Glendale, WV, WV

Glendale, WV

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city in Cabell County, West Virginia, United States

Huntington, WV

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Trip Overview

The drive from Glendale, WV to Huntington, WV covers 176.8 miles and takes about 3h 33m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.

The route leans on WV 2, Energy Road, Bartow Jones Bridge for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is mixed drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 63.7 miles on WV 2. At current regular gas prices, budget about $27.65 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

1 planned break

A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.

Midpoint

88.4 miles from Glendale, WV

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 43m into the drive .

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Drive Character

The drive from Glendale, WV to Huntington, WV covers 176.8 miles and takes about 3h 33m, using a mix of highways and local roads.

Expect a mix of faster highway mileage and slower local approaches near the beginning or end.
There are about 23 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
WV 2 is the longest continuous segment at about 63.7 miles.

How Hard Is This Drive?

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 37.5 miles in near WV 2 / Elizabeth Street.

Route Complexity 1/10

Very easy - short and simple to drive

The drive from Glendale, WV to Huntington, WV is easy. At 3h 33m with 37% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.

Where does it get tricky?

The main spots that need attention: at 37.5 miles (WV 2 / Elizabeth Street): Navigation decision point; at 105.2 miles (WV 2): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 134.6 miles (WV 2): Navigation decision point.

Critical Maneuvers

5 of 7 key points

These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.

3
37.5 mi into trip | ~46m in | WV 2 / Elizabeth Street

Turn left onto WV 2 / Elizabeth Street

Navigation decision point

5
105.2 mi into trip | ~2h 1m in | WV 2

Take the exit onto WV 2 toward US 33 West, WV 2 South: Silverton, Ravenswood

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Toward US 33 West, WV 2 South: Silverton, Raven...
4
134.6 mi into trip | ~2h 37m in | WV 2

Turn left onto WV 2

Navigation decision point

4
134.9 mi into trip | ~2h 37m in | WV 2 / Viand Street

Turn left onto WV 2 / Viand Street

Navigation decision point

5
176.7 mi into trip | ~3h 33m in | 8th Street

Turn left onto 8th Street

Lane positioning matters here

Use the left lane.

Towns Mentioned on Route Signs

Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.

On the drive from Glendale, WV to Huntington, WV, road signs begin pointing toward Ravenswood along the way.

Ravenswood

105.2 mi in | ~2h 1m | via WV 2

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
WV 2 63.7 mi 1h 12m
Energy Road 21.6 mi 25m
Bartow Jones Bridge 20.8 mi 23m
Chelsea Street 16.8 mi 19m
Ohio River Road 16.7 mi 20m
3rd Street 13.7 mi 15m
Emerson Avenue 5.1 mi 5m
North 4th Avenue 5 mi 5m
Longest stretch: WV 2 — 63.7 mi, about 1h 12m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Glendale, WV and Huntington, WV.

1

Start on US 250; WV 2

1.2 mi · 2 min · Wheeling Avenue
2

Continue on WV 2

2.1 mi · 3 min · Lafayette Avenue
3

Continue on WV 2

22 mi · 25 min · Energy Road
4

Continue on WV 2

1.3 mi · 1 min · North State Route 2
5

Continue on WV 2

2.0 mi · 2 min · 3rd Street
6

Continue on WV 2

4.3 mi · 4 min · Vine Street
7

Continue on WV 2

5.0 mi · 5 min · North 4th Avenue
8

Turn left onto WV 2

269 ft · 4 sec · Elizabeth Street
9

Turn right onto WV 2

17 mi · 19 min · Chelsea Street
10

Continue on WV 2

12 mi · 13 min · 3rd Street
11

Continue on WV 2

5.1 mi · 5 min · Emerson Avenue
12

Take the exit onto WV 2

34 mi · 36 min · WV 2
13

Take the exit onto WV 2

29 mi · 35 min · WV 2
Toward US 33 West, WV 2 South: Silverton, Ravenswood
14

Turn left onto WV 2

0.3 mi · 25 sec · WV 2
15

Turn left onto WV 2

0.1 mi · 9 sec · Viand Street
16

Continue on WV 2

21 mi · 23 min · Bartow Jones Bridge
17

Continue on WV 2

17 mi · 20 min · Ohio River Road
18

Continue on WV 2

0.5 mi · 1 min · 3rd Avenue
19

Continue on WV 2

0.5 mi · 1 min · Bridge Street
20

Continue on WV 2

2.6 mi · 6 min · 3rd Avenue
21

Continue on 3rd Avenue

0.5 mi · 1 min · 3rd Avenue
Use the straight lane.
22

Turn left onto 8th Street

0.2 mi · 27 sec · 8th Street
Use the left lane.
23

Arrive at destination

8th Street

Trip Plan

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.

You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 88.4 miles from Glendale, WV, or about 1h 43m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 63.7 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 80 miles or 1h 34m in

Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.

Halfway reset

Around 88.4 miles or 1h 43m in

This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.

Final approach

Final hour starts around 2h 49m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Huntington, WV than in the middle of the route.

Before You Leave

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Open the route before leaving Glendale, 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 Glendale, WV

This is one driving day of about 176.8 miles and 3h 33m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Glendale, WV.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Plan about 1 real break rather than only quick fuel stops.
The longest stretch is on WV 2 for about 63.7 miles.

Where to Stop

Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.

Halfway Point

Midpoint

About 88.4 mi from Glendale, WV · 1h 43m into the drive

city in Jackson County, Ohio, United States of America

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Wellston, OH

88 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

Meads, KY

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Meads, KY

Meal break

The midpoint is around 88.4 miles from Glendale, WV, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Before the longest stretch

Fuel check

Top up before WV 2 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 63.7 miles.

Arriving in Huntington, WV

The final approach into Huntington, 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 Huntington, 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

$27.65 one way

$55.30 round trip

$3.97/gal 25.4 MPG avg 62 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.34 $30.23 $60.46
premium $4.70 $32.72 $65.44
diesel $5.61 $39.04 $78.07

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$28

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$53–$78

Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.

Estimated CO2 emission: 61.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $19 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 53 0 $18.56 $8.49
Efficient EV 44.2 0 $15.47 $7.07
EV Truck/SUV 70.7 0 $24.75 $11.32

Gas CO2

62 kg

EV CO2

21 kg (66% 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.

Forecast data refreshed 4 days ago

Origin

Glendale, WV

Night in Glendale on Tuesday

Local time

9:28 PM

EDT

Current temp

59°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Huntington, WV

Night in Huntington on Tuesday

Local time

9:28 PM

EDT

Current temp

71°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

12 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

3h 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 Glendale, WV to Huntington, WV covers 176.8 miles and takes about 3h 33m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are WV 2, Energy Road, Bartow Jones Bridge. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 88.4 miles from Glendale, WV. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $27.65 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left. A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
Plan about 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, or rest. A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
The drive from Glendale, WV to Huntington, WV is easy. At 3h 33m with 37% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
The main spots that need attention: at 37.5 miles (WV 2 / Elizabeth Street): Navigation decision point; at 105.2 miles (WV 2): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 134.6 miles (WV 2): Navigation decision point.
On the drive from Glendale, WV to Huntington, WV, road signs begin pointing toward Ravenswood along the way.

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