The drive from Hurricane, WV to Bluefield, WV covers 130.6 miles and takes about 2h 32m behind the wheel.
This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on I 64, Big Laurel Highway, Chicory Road for much of the mileage,
and the overall profile is highway-focused drive.
The longest uninterrupted segment is about 116 miles on I 64.
At current regular gas prices, budget about $20.42 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
65.3 miles from Hurricane, WV
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 1h 15m into the drive
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Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 32m. Total distance: 130.6 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
This is a 2h 32m highway drive covering 130.6 miles, with most of the trip on I 64 and Big Laurel Highway. The longest continuous stretch is about 116 miles on I 64.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 11 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 116 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 64 and Big Laurel Highway. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near WV 34 Alternate.
Driving Effort1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Hurricane, WV to Bluefield, WV is easy. At 2h 32m with 89% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (WV 34 Alternate): Navigation decision point; at 0.1 miles (WV 34 / Midland Trail): Navigation decision point; at 0.4 miles (CR 19 / Hurricane Creek Road): 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.
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0 mi into trip|~0m in|WV 34 Alternate
Turn left onto WV 34 Alternate
Navigation decision point
5
0.1 mi into trip|~0m in|WV 34 / Midland Trail
At end of road, turn left onto WV 34 / Midland Trail
Navigation decision point
5
0.4 mi into trip|~0m in|CR 19 / Hurricane Creek Road
Turn left onto CR 19 / Hurricane Creek Road
Navigation decision point
5
1 mi into trip|~2m in|I 64
Merge onto I 64
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
117 mi into trip|~2h 14m in
Take the exit toward US 460: Princeton, Pearisburg VA
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 9
Toward US 460: Princeton, Pearisburg VA
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 Hurricane, WV to Bluefield, WV, road signs begin pointing toward Pearisburg along the way.
Pearisburg
117 mi in|~2h 14m
Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
I 64
116 mi
2h 11m
Big Laurel Highway
9.9 mi
11m
Chicory Road
3.2 mi
5m
Hurricane Creek Road
0.3 mi
<1m
Midland Trail
0.2 mi
<1m
Teays Valley Road
0.1 mi
<1m
WV 34 Alternate
<0.1 mi
<1m
Princeton Avenue
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Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.
Longest stretch:
I 64
— 116 mi, about 2h 11m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Hurricane, WV and Bluefield, WV.
1
Start on this road
43 ft·1 sec·this road
2
Turn left onto WV 34 Alternate
357 ft·14 sec·WV 34 Alternate
3
At end of road, turn left onto WV 34
0.2 mi·19 sec·Midland Trail
4
Continue on WV 34
0.1 mi·18 sec·Teays Valley Road
5
Turn left onto CR 19
0.3 mi·28 sec·Hurricane Creek Road
6
Take the ramp
0.3 mi·42 sec
7
Merge onto I 64
116 mi·2 hr 11 min·I 64
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
Take the exit
0.4 mi·1 min
Exit 9Toward US 460: Princeton, Pearisburg VA
9
Turn right onto US 460
9.9 mi·11 min·Big Laurel Highway
10
Turn right onto US 19; US 52 Truck
3.2 mi·5 min·Chicory Road
11
Arrive at destination
US 19; US 52 Truck
Trip Plan
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.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 65.3 miles from Hurricane, WV, or about 1h 15m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 116 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 29 miles or 33m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 65.3 miles or 1h 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 2h 2m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Bluefield, WV than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Hurricane, 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 Hurricane, WV
This is one driving day of about 130.6 miles and 2h 32m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 29 miles from Hurricane, 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 I 64 for about 116 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 65.3 mi from Hurricane, WV
· 1h 15m into the drive
Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
National Parks Near This Route
Worth a detour if your schedule allows.
Gauley River National Recreation Area
National Recreation Area
The 25 miles of free-flowing Gauley River and the six miles of the Meadow River pass through scenic gorges and valleys containing a wide variety of natural and cultural features. The Gauley River cont...
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$20.42 one way
$40.85 round trip
$3.97/gal25.4 MPG avg46 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.34
$22.33
$44.66
premium
$4.70
$24.17
$48.34
diesel
$5.61
$28.83
$57.67
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$20
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$45–$70
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 45.7 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $14 in charging
· 0 stops
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
39.2
0
$13.71
$6.27
Efficient EV
32.7
0
$11.43
$5.22
EV Truck/SUV
52.2
0
$18.28
$8.36
Gas CO2
46 kg
EV CO2
15 kg (67% 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 as of Apr 15, 2026
Origin
Hurricane, WV
Evening
in Hurricane on Thursday
Local time
6:26 PM
EDT
Current temp
49°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Bluefield, WV
Evening
in Bluefield on Thursday
Local time
6:26 PM
EDT
Current temp
69°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
46°F
Fayetteville, WV
65 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
20 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
2h 32m 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 Hurricane, WV to Bluefield, WV covers 130.6 miles and takes about 2h 32m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 64, Big Laurel Highway, Chicory Road. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 65.3 miles from Hurricane, WV. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $20.42 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.
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 Hurricane, WV to Bluefield, WV is easy. At 2h 32m with 89% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (WV 34 Alternate): Navigation decision point; at 0.1 miles (WV 34 / Midland Trail): Navigation decision point; at 0.4 miles (CR 19 / Hurricane Creek Road): Navigation decision point.
On the drive from Hurricane, WV to Bluefield, WV, road signs begin pointing toward Pearisburg along the way.
Yes. Nearby national parks include Gauley River National Recreation Area.
