Origin
Huntington, WV
Afternoon in Huntington on Tuesday
Local time
4:47 PM
EDT
Current temp
59°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Huntington, WV to Barboursville, WV
Data updated 2 hours ago
Drive Time
18m
Distance
10.4 mi
17 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$2
one way
EV Charging
None
0 DC fast
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 17m
★
6 AM
0h 18m
8 AM
0h 21m
10 AM
0h 19m
12 PM
0h 19m
3 PM
0h 19m
5 PM
0h 21m
8 PM
0h 17m
★
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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Barboursville, WV
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Trip Overview
If you are planning a quick excursion between Huntington and Barboursville, West Virginia, you are looking at a very manageable 10.4-mile trip. This drive typically takes about 18 minutes, making it an ideal day trip that requires no overnight stay. Navigating this path involves a mix of I-64, the Midland Trail, and Troy Brown Way, ensuring a straightforward journey through the Southeast. Budgeting for the trip is simple, as you can expect to spend approximately $2 on fuel. Because both cities are located within the same state, the transition is seamless and efficient for any local traveler.
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
5.2 miles from Huntington, WV
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 9m into the drive .
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Drive Character
Expect a mixed driving profile that balances short highway bursts with local road navigation. You will spend about 30% of your time on the highway, with your longest uninterrupted stretch covering 3.1 miles on I-64. The route transitions from the faster pace of the interstate to the more controlled environment of the Midland Trail and Troy Brown Way. This combination keeps the drive from feeling like a monotonous grind, offering a practical change of scenery in under 20 minutes. You will find that the road surface and traffic patterns shift noticeably as you move between these two West Virginia communities.
Expect a mix of faster highway mileage and slower local approaches near the beginning or end.
There are about 13 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
I 64 is the longest continuous segment at about 3.1 miles.
Elevation Profile
Mostly flat terrain
726 ft
557 ft
Total Climb
348 ft
Total Descent
332 ft
Highest Point
726 ft
~4.3 mi in
Elevation Range
169 ft
How Hard Is This Drive?
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near 8th Street.
Route Complexity
8/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
This is a demanding drive. With 9 significant decision points across 10.4 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: near the start (8th Street): Lane positioning matters here; 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.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 9 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
4
0 mi into trip
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~0m in
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8th Street
Depart onto 8th Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / left lanes.
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
7.3 mi into trip
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~12m in
Keep slight right at fork
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
5
9.9 mi into trip
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~16m in
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CR 60/5 / Farmdale Road
Turn right onto CR 60/5 / Farmdale Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 64 | 3.1 mi | 3m |
| Midland Trail | 2.5 mi | 3m |
| Troy Brown Way | 1.7 mi | 2m |
| Hal Greer Boulevard | 0.9 mi | 2m |
| 8th Avenue | 0.8 mi | 2m |
| Farmdale Road | 0.4 mi | 1m |
| 8th Street | 0.3 mi | 1m |
| Main Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 64
— 3.1 mi, about 3m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Huntington, WV and Barboursville, 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
·
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
3.1 mi
·
3 min
·
I 64
8
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
35 sec
Toward US 60
9
Keep slight right at fork
0.1 mi
·
14 sec
10
Turn straight onto US 60
2.5 mi
·
3 min
·
Midland Trail
Use the straight / right lanes.
11
Turn right onto CR 60/5
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
Farmdale Road
Use the straight / right lanes.
12
Continue on Main Street
379 ft
·
14 sec
·
Main Street
13
Arrive at destination
Main Street
Trip Plan
Since this is a short, 10.4-mile commute, you have significant flexibility in your departure schedule. You do not need to worry about planning for rest stops, as the entire duration is only 18 minutes, allowing you to complete the trip in one go. Keep in mind that your fuel costs will be minimal, totaling only about $2 for the entire distance. To make the most of your time, plan your departure around local traffic patterns to ensure you maintain that 18-minute estimate. Because the route relies on a specific sequence of I-64 and the Midland Trail, double-check your GPS before pulling out to stay on the most efficient path between these two points.
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 5.2 miles from Huntington, WV, or about 9m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 3.1 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 10.4 miles or 18m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 5.2 miles or 9m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 15m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Barboursville, 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.
+
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 10.4 miles and 18m.
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.
You may only need one short stretch stop if conditions stay smooth.
The longest stretch is on I 64 for about 3.1 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 5.2 mi from Huntington, WV · 9m 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 Barboursville, WV
The final approach into Barboursville, 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 Barboursville, 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
$1.63 one way
$3.25 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
4 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.34 | $1.78 | $3.56 |
| premium | $4.70 | $1.92 | $3.85 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $2.30 | $4.59 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$2
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$27–$52
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 3.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $1 in charging · 0 stops · 75% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 3.1 | 0 | $1.09 | $0.50 |
| Efficient EV | 2.6 | 0 | $0.91 | $0.42 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 4.2 | 0 | $1.46 | $0.67 |
Gas CO2
4 kg
EV CO2
1 kg (75% 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
Barboursville, WV
Afternoon in Barboursville on Tuesday
Local time
4:47 PM
EDT
Current temp
89°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
30 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
18m 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 Barboursville, WV covers 10.4 miles and takes about 18m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 64, Midland Trail, Troy Brown Way. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 5.2 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 $1.63 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 is a demanding drive. With 9 significant decision points across 10.4 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: near the start (8th Street): Lane positioning matters here; 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.
The route from Huntington, WV to Barboursville, WV does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
Mostly flat terrain. The route ranges from 557 ft to 726 ft elevation with about 348 ft of total climbing.
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