Trip from Huntington, WV to Bolivar, WV

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Drive Time

6h 51m

Distance

349.5 mi

562 km

Drive Score

9/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$55

one way

EV Charging

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Best Time to Leave

Save up to 35 min

4 AM

6h 40m ★

6 AM

6h 52m

8 AM

7h 15m

10 AM

7h 0m

12 PM

6h 58m

3 PM

7h 1m

5 PM

7h 14m

8 PM

6h 45m

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

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city in Cabell County, West Virginia, United States

Huntington, WV

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Bolivar, WV

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Trip Overview

Traveling from Huntington to Bolivar spans 349.5 miles across West Virginia, a journey that typically takes 6 hours and 51 minutes of active drive time. Because this is a turn-heavy local drive rather than a straight interstate shot, you should plan on dedicating a full day to complete the trip. With fuel costs estimated at approximately $56, it is a manageable expense, though the lack of high-speed highway segments means you will spend more time behind the wheel than the mileage might suggest. While both locations are within the Southeast region, the interior navigation through the state requires your full attention. This route is best suited for those who prefer backroad driving over rapid transit, making it a solid choice for a one-day commitment if you prioritize local scenery over speed.

Trip Pace

Same-day drive is realistic

A same-day return is possible, but it will make for a full day on the road.

Break Rhythm

1 planned break

Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.

Midpoint

174.7 miles from Huntington, WV

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 3h 15m into the drive .

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Drive Character

Expect a technical and engaging experience as you navigate away from the urban centers of Huntington. The route relies entirely on local roads like 8th Avenue, Hal Greer Boulevard, and Troy Brown Way, resulting in a 0% highway share for the duration of the 349.5-mile trip. Because you are avoiding major interstates, the road character is defined by constant turns and varying speeds rather than the monotonous rhythm of a highway grind. You will find that the lack of long, uninterrupted stretches keeps you focused on the wheel, requiring a more active driving style throughout the 6 hour and 51 minute duration. This is a journey for those who enjoy the nuances of local road travel rather than those looking to cruise at highway speeds.

Expect a mix of faster highway mileage and slower local approaches near the beginning or end.

There are about 43 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.

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 around 1.1 miles in near WV 10 / Hal Greer Boulevard.

Route Complexity 9/10

High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day

This is a demanding drive. With 27 significant decision points across 349.5 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 27 key points

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

1.1 mi into trip | ~3m in | WV 10 / Hal Greer Boulevard

Turn right onto WV 10 / Hal Greer Boulevard

Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / right lanes.

1.7 mi into trip | ~4m in | 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.

51.1 mi into trip | ~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

151.2 mi into trip | ~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

330.9 mi into trip | ~6h 24m in

Take the exit toward US 340: Berryville, Charles Town

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

Use the slight right lane. Toward US 340: Berryville, Charles Town

Towns Mentioned on Route Signs

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

Between Huntington, WV and Bolivar, WV, road signs point toward Buckhannon, Berryville and Charles Town.

Buckhannon

151 mi in | ~2h 47m

Berryville

322 mi in | ~6h 11m

Charles Town

330.9 mi in | ~6h 24m

Main Roads

Road	Distance	Duration
Senator Jennings Randolph Highway	97.9 mi	1h 44m
US 48	71.3 mi	1h 22m
I 64	47.2 mi	51m
Corridor H	40.5 mi	47m
Parsons Road	14.7 mi	16m
Pennsylvania Avenue	13.3 mi	15m
Berryville Pike	12.2 mi	17m
I 81	8.1 mi	8m

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 Bolivar, WV.

Start on 8th Street

0.3 mi · 1 min · 8th Street

Use the straight / left lanes.

Turn left onto 8th Avenue

0.8 mi · 2 min · 8th Avenue

Turn right onto WV 10

0.6 mi · 1 min · Hal Greer Boulevard

Use the straight / right lanes.

Keep slight right at fork onto WV 10

0.3 mi · 40 sec · Hal Greer Boulevard

Use the straight / right lanes.

Continue on WV 10

1.7 mi · 2 min · Troy Brown Way

Use the left / straight / right lanes.

Take the ramp

0.3 mi · 42 sec

Merge onto I 64

47 mi · 51 min · I 64

Take the exit

0.4 mi · 30 sec

Toward I 77 North, I 79: Parkersburg

Merge onto I 77

1.5 mi · 1 min · I 77

Keep slight right at fork onto I 79

98 mi · 1 hr 44 min · Senator Jennings Randolph Highway

Toward I 79 North: Clarksburg

Take the exit

0.3 mi · 33 sec

Toward US 33, US 48, US 119: Weston, Buckhannon

Keep slight left at fork

244 ft · 8 sec

Toward US 33 West, , US 119 South

Turn right onto US 33; US 48; US 119

41 mi · 47 min · Corridor H

Turn right onto US 48; US 219

15 mi · 16 min · Parsons Road

Turn right onto US 48; US 219; WV 72

0.4 mi · 28 sec · 1st Street

Continue on US 48; US 219; WV 72

13 mi · 15 min · Pennsylvania Avenue

At end of road, turn right onto US 48; WV 32

512 ft · 6 sec · Spruce Street

Turn slight right onto US 48; WV 32

2.1 mi · 3 min · East Avenue

Turn left onto US 48; WV 93

65 mi · 1 hr 15 min · US 48; WV 93

Continue on US 48; WV 55; WV 259

1.4 mi · 1 min · US 48; WV 55; WV 259

Turn right onto US 48; WV 55

5.1 mi · 5 min · US 48; WV 55

Continue on US 48; VA 55

5.4 mi · 6 min · Wardensville Pike

Continue on US 48; VA 55

4.9 mi · 5 min · John Marshall Highway

Turn sharp left onto SR 628

5.5 mi · 8 min · Middle Road

Turn right onto SR 631

3.3 mi · 5 min · Marlboro Road

Continue on SR 631

0.6 mi · 1 min · Fairfax Street

Continue on VA 277

359 ft · 17 sec · Fairfax Pike

Take the ramp

0.2 mi · 15 sec

Merge onto I 81

8.1 mi · 8 min · I 81

Take the exit

0.2 mi · 25 sec

Toward VA 7: Winchester, Berryville

Keep slight left at fork

311 ft · 9 sec

Turn left onto VA 7

3.5 mi · 5 min · Berryville Pike

Continue on VA 7

5.2 mi · 7 min · Harry Byrd Highway

Take the exit

0.2 mi · 22 sec

Toward US 340: Berryville, Charles Town Use the slight right lane.

Turn left onto US 340

4.1 mi · 5 min · Lord Fairfax Highway

Continue on US 340

8.7 mi · 11 min · Berryville Pike

Take the exit onto US 340

0.3 mi · 45 sec · US 340

Toward US 340 North, WV 51 West: Charles Town, Harpers Ferry

Keep slight right at fork onto US 340

512 ft · 14 sec · US 340

Merge onto US 340

0.5 mi · 1 min · East Washington Street

Continue on US 340

4.1 mi · 5 min · William L. Wilson Freeway

Turn left onto US 340 ALT

0.5 mi · 58 sec · Washington Street

Turn right onto Clay Street

94 ft · 4 sec · Clay Street

Arrive at destination

Clay Street

Trip Plan

To tackle this 349.5-mile trek effectively, aim to depart early in the morning to account for the turn-heavy nature of the roads, which can be more tiring than standard interstate driving. Since you have one planned stop available, use it strategically to break up the nearly seven hours of travel and refuel your vehicle, keeping your $56 budget in mind. Staying alert is vital on these local stretches, so plan your breaks to coincide with the longest segments of your drive to maintain your energy levels. Given the technical profile of the route, check your tire pressure and vehicle fluids before leaving Huntington, as the winding roads will put more demand on your car than a flat interstate. Flexibility is your biggest advantage here, so don't hesitate to pull over for a breather if the local navigation feels particularly demanding.

Morning Departure

Start early — leave by 6-7 AM to arrive at a reasonable hour.

Evening Departure

This is a long drive — plan for a morning departure or consider splitting it into two days.

You can normally do this drive in one day.

Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.

The halfway point lands around 174.7 miles from Huntington, WV, or about 3h 15m 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 174.7 miles or 3h 15m in

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

Final approach

Final hour starts around 5h 29m

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

Before You Leave

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.

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 349.5 miles and 6h 51m.

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 174.7 mi from Huntington, WV · 3h 15m into the drive

town in the west-central part of Garrett County, Maryland, United States

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Oakland, MD

175 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.

Newtown, PA

Meal break

The midpoint is around 174.7 miles from Huntington, WV, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Before the longest stretch

Fuel check

Top up before Senator Jennings Randolph Highway if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 97.9 miles.

Arriving in Bolivar, WV

The final approach into Bolivar, 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 Bolivar, 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

$54.65 one way

$109.31 round trip

$3.97/gal 25.4 MPG avg 122 kg CO₂

Fuel Type	$/gal	One Way	Round Trip
midgrade	$4.34	$59.76	$119.52
premium	$4.70	$64.69	$129.37
diesel	$5.61	$77.17	$154.33

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$55

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$80–$105

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

Estimated CO2 emission: 122.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $37 in charging · 1 stop · 66% less CO₂

Vehicle Type	kWh	Stops	DC Fast	Home Charge
Average EV	104.9	1	$36.70	$16.78
Efficient EV	87.4	0	$30.58	$13.98
EV Truck/SUV	139.8	1	$48.93	$22.37

Gas CO2

122 kg

EV CO2

41 kg (66% less)

Plan for 1 charging stop. A 30-minute DC fast charge mid-route should be enough to complete the trip comfortably.

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 1 day ago

Origin

Huntington, WV

Afternoon in Huntington on Tuesday

Local time

2:07 PM

EDT

Current temp

59°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Bolivar, WV

Afternoon in Bolivar on Tuesday

Local time

2:07 PM

EDT

Current temp

65°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

76°F

Oakland, MD

175 mi in

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

6 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

6h 51m on the road

Start early — leave by 6-7 AM to arrive at a reasonable hour.

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 Bolivar, WV covers 349.5 miles and takes about 6h 51m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.

The main roads are Senator Jennings Randolph Highway, US 48, I 64. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.

This is a comfortable same-day trip.

The midpoint is about 174.7 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 $54.65 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.

Start early — leave by 6-7 AM to arrive at a reasonable hour. This is a long drive — plan for a morning departure or consider splitting it into two days.

Plan about 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, or rest. Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.