Origin
Huntington, WV
Afternoon in Huntington on Tuesday
Local time
2:38 PM
EDT
Current temp
59°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Huntington, WV to Belington, WV
Data updated 31 minutes ago
Drive Time
3h 31m
Distance
185.4 mi
298 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$29
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
3h 19m
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6 AM
3h 31m
8 AM
3h 56m
10 AM
3h 40m
12 PM
3h 37m
3 PM
3h 41m
5 PM
3h 54m
8 PM
3h 24m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Huntington, WV
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Belington, WV
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Trip Overview
Spanning 185.4 miles across West Virginia, this drive from Huntington to Belington typically takes about 3 hours and 31 minutes. Because of the manageable duration, this route is perfectly suited for a single-day trip, allowing you to reach your destination without needing an overnight stay. You should budget approximately $30 for fuel to complete the journey. The route utilizes a mix of I-64, Corridor H, and the Senator Jennings Randolph Highway to navigate the Southeast region. Whether you are traveling for business or a quick getaway, this straightforward trek provides a reliable path through the state.
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
92.7 miles from Huntington, WV
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 45m into the drive .
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Drive Character
Expect a diverse driving experience that shifts from high-speed interstates to more technical local roads. With only 26% of the trip spent on highways, you will encounter a turn-heavy profile that demands your full attention behind the wheel. The longest uninterrupted portion of the drive is a 97.9-mile stretch on the Senator Jennings Randolph Highway, which serves as the core of your journey. As you progress, the road transitions from the wider lanes of the interstate into more nuanced local corridors. Prepare yourself for a drive that feels more hands-on and engaging than a standard monotonous highway commute.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 19 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Senator Jennings Randolph Highway is the longest continuous segment at about 97.9 miles.
Elevation Profile
Gently rolling terrain
1,960 ft
566 ft
Total Climb
2,238 ft
Total Descent
1,106 ft
Highest Point
1,960 ft
~177.6 mi in
Elevation Range
1,394 ft
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 1.1 miles in near WV 10 / Hal Greer Boulevard.
Route Complexity
7/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
This is a demanding drive. With 12 significant decision points across 185.4 miles, you will need to stay alert — especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 1.1 miles (WV 10 / Hal Greer Boulevard): Lane positioning matters here; at 1.7 miles (WV 10 / Hal Greer Boulevard): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 51.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 12 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
1.1 mi into trip
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~3m in
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WV 10 / Hal Greer Boulevard
Turn right onto WV 10 / Hal Greer Boulevard
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
6
1.7 mi into trip
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~4m in
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WV 10 / Hal Greer Boulevard
Keep slight right at fork onto WV 10 / Hal Greer Boulevard
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
5
51.1 mi into trip
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~1h in
Take the exit toward I 77 North, I 79: Parkersburg
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward I 77 North, I 79: Parkersburg
5
53.1 mi into trip
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~1h 2m in
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I 79 / Senator Jennings Randolph Highway
Keep slight right at fork onto I 79 / Senator Jennings Randolph Highway toward I 79 North: Clarksburg
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Toward I 79 North: Clarksburg
7
151.2 mi into trip
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~2h 48m in
Keep slight left at fork toward US 33 West, , US 119 South
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward US 33 West, , US 119 South
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 Huntington, WV to Belington, WV, road signs begin pointing toward Buckhannon along the way.
Buckhannon
151 mi in
|
~2h 47m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Senator Jennings Randolph Highway | 97.9 mi | 1h 44m |
| I 64 | 47.2 mi | 51m |
| Corridor H | 28.3 mi | 33m |
| Barbour County Highway | 3.9 mi | 5m |
| Troy Brown Way | 1.7 mi | 2m |
| I 77 | 1.5 mi | 1m |
| South Crim Avenue | 1.1 mi | 2m |
| Hal Greer Boulevard | 0.9 mi | 2m |
Longest stretch:
Senator Jennings Randolph Highway
— 97.9 mi, about 1h 44m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Huntington, WV and Belington, WV.
1
Start on 8th Street
0.3 mi
·
1 min
·
8th Street
Use the straight / left lanes.
2
Turn left onto 8th Avenue
0.8 mi
·
2 min
·
8th Avenue
3
Turn right onto WV 10
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Hal Greer Boulevard
Use the straight / right lanes.
4
Keep slight right at fork onto WV 10
0.3 mi
·
40 sec
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Hal Greer Boulevard
Use the straight / right lanes.
5
Continue on WV 10
1.7 mi
·
2 min
·
Troy Brown Way
Use the left / straight / right lanes.
6
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
42 sec
7
Merge onto I 64
47 mi
·
51 min
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I 64
8
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
30 sec
Toward I 77 North, I 79: Parkersburg
9
Merge onto I 77
1.5 mi
·
1 min
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I 77
10
Keep slight right at fork onto I 79
98 mi
·
1 hr 44 min
·
Senator Jennings Randolph Highway
Toward I 79 North: Clarksburg
11
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
33 sec
Toward US 33, US 48, US 119: Weston, Buckhannon
12
Keep slight left at fork
244 ft
·
8 sec
Toward US 33 West, , US 119 South
13
Turn right onto US 33; US 48; US 119
28 mi
·
33 min
·
Corridor H
14
Turn left onto US 250; WV 92
1.7 mi
·
2 min
·
Barbour County Highway
15
Continue on US 250; WV 92
0.5 mi
·
53 sec
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Beech Avenue
16
Continue on US 250; WV 92
0.3 mi
·
39 sec
·
Row Avenue North
17
Continue on US 250; WV 92
2.2 mi
·
3 min
·
Barbour County Highway
18
Continue on US 250; WV 92
1.1 mi
·
2 min
·
South Crim Avenue
19
Arrive at destination
US 250; WV 92
Trip Plan
Since this is a relatively short trip, you have the flexibility to depart whenever fits your schedule best. Plan for at least one stop to break up the 3-hour and 31-minute travel time and keep your focus sharp on the winding local sections. Keep a close eye on your fuel gauge during the 97.9-mile stretch on the Senator Jennings Randolph Highway, as services may be more spaced out than on the interstate. By pacing yourself and accounting for the turn-heavy nature of the road, you can ensure a comfortable arrival in Belington. Taking the time to check your route maps before leaving Huntington will help you navigate the transitions between I-64 and Corridor H smoothly.
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 92.7 miles from Huntington, WV, or about 1h 45m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 97.9 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 31m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 92.7 miles or 1h 45m 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 Belington, WV than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Huntington, 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 Huntington, WV
This is one driving day of about 185.4 miles and 3h 31m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Huntington, 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 Senator Jennings Randolph Highway for about 97.9 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 92.7 mi from Huntington, WV · 1h 45m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
93 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.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 92.7 miles from Huntington, WV, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before Senator Jennings Randolph Highway if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 97.9 miles.
Arriving in Belington, WV
The final approach into Belington, 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 Belington, 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
$28.99 one way
$57.98 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
65 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.34 | $31.70 | $63.40 |
| premium | $4.70 | $34.31 | $68.63 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $40.93 | $81.87 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$29
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$54–$79
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 64.9 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 | 55.6 | 0 | $19.47 | $8.90 |
| Efficient EV | 46.4 | 0 | $16.22 | $7.42 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 74.2 | 0 | $25.96 | $11.87 |
Gas CO2
65 kg
EV CO2
22 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.
Destination
Belington, WV
Afternoon in Belington on Tuesday
Local time
2:38 PM
EDT
Current temp
61°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 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 31m 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 Huntington, WV to Belington, WV covers 185.4 miles and takes about 3h 31m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Senator Jennings Randolph Highway, I 64, Corridor H. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 92.7 miles from Huntington, WV. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $28.99 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.
This is a demanding drive. With 12 significant decision points across 185.4 miles, you will need to stay alert — especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.
The main spots that need attention: at 1.1 miles (WV 10 / Hal Greer Boulevard): Lane positioning matters here; at 1.7 miles (WV 10 / Hal Greer Boulevard): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 51.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
On the drive from Huntington, WV to Belington, WV, road signs begin pointing toward Buckhannon along the way.
Gently rolling terrain. The route ranges from 566 ft to 1,960 ft elevation with about 2,238 ft of total climbing.
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