The drive from Hurricane, WV to Moundsville, WV covers 173.7 miles and takes about 3h 16m behind the wheel.
This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on I 77, I 64, North State Rt. 2 for much of the mileage,
and the overall profile is highway-focused drive.
The longest uninterrupted segment is about 78.4 miles on I 77.
At current regular gas prices, budget about $27.16 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
86.9 miles from Hurricane, WV
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 1h 35m into the drive
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Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 3h 16m. Total distance: 173.7 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
3h 16m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (67%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Drive Character
This is a 3h 16m highway drive covering 173.7 miles, with most of the trip on I 77 and I 64. The longest continuous stretch is about 78.4 miles on I 77.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 24 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
I 77 is the longest continuous segment at about 78.4 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 77 and I 64. You will hit about 14 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 0.1 miles in near WV 34 / Midland Trail.
Driving Effort5/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 173.7 miles you will encounter 14 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (WV 34 / Midland Trail): Navigation decision point; at 0.4 miles (CR 19 / Hurricane Creek Road): Navigation decision point; at 25.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 14 key points
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
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
25.2 mi into trip|~29m 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
27.2 mi into trip|~31m in|I 77
Keep slight left at fork onto I 77 toward I 77 North: Parkersburg
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Toward I 77 North: Parkersburg
6
104.4 mi into trip|~1h 54m in|WV 2
Keep slight right at fork onto WV 2 toward WV 2 North, WV 68 South: Vienna, North Parkersburg
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward WV 2 North, WV 68 South: Vienna, North P...
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 Moundsville, WV, road signs begin pointing toward Parkersburg along the way.
Parkersburg
104 mi in|~1h 54m|via WV 2
Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
I 77
78.4 mi
1h 24m
I 64
24.2 mi
27m
North State Rt. 2
22.8 mi
27m
2nd Street
16.9 mi
19m
State Route 2
11.7 mi
13m
Emerson Avenue
5 mi
5m
Wells Street
5 mi
5m
Vine Street
4.3 mi
4m
Longest stretch:
I 77
— 78.4 mi, about 1h 24m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Hurricane, WV and Moundsville, 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
24 mi·27 min·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·I 77
10
Keep slight left at fork onto I 77
77 mi·1 hr 22 min·I 77
Toward I 77 North: Parkersburg
11
Take the exit onto WV 2
0.4 mi·47 sec·WV 2
Toward WV 2 North, WV 68 South: Vienna, North Parkersburg
12
Keep slight right at fork onto WV 2
136 ft·3 sec·WV 2
Toward WV 2 North, WV 68 South: Vienna, North Parkersburg
13
Continue on WV 2
5.0 mi·5 min·Emerson Avenue
14
Continue on WV 2
12 mi·13 min·State Route 2
15
Continue on WV 2
17 mi·19 min·2nd Street
16
Turn right onto WV 2
5.0 mi·5 min·Wells Street
17
Continue on WV 2
4.3 mi·4 min·Vine Street
18
Continue on WV 2
2.0 mi·2 min·3rd Street
19
Continue on WV 2
1.3 mi·1 min·North State Route 2
20
Continue on WV 2
23 mi·27 min·North State Rt. 2
21
Turn right onto CH 250/88
0.2 mi·31 sec·7th Street
22
Turn left onto CH 250/88
0.1 mi·17 sec·Jefferson Avenue
23
Turn left onto 5th Street
38 ft·1 sec·5th Street
24
Arrive at destination
5th 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 86.9 miles from Hurricane, WV, or about 1h 35m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 78.4 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 38 miles or 43m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 86.9 miles or 1h 35m 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 38m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Moundsville, 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 173.7 miles and 3h 16m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 38 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 77 for about 78.4 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 86.9 mi from Hurricane, WV
· 1h 35m into the drive
Station data from NREL Alternative Fuel Stations database.
Driving Electric?
About $18 in charging
· 0 stops
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
52.1
0
$18.24
$8.34
Efficient EV
43.4
0
$15.20
$6.95
EV Truck/SUV
69.5
0
$24.32
$11.12
Gas CO2
61 kg
EV CO2
20 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 Friday
Local time
5:45 PM
EDT
Current temp
49°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Moundsville, WV
Evening
in Moundsville on Friday
Local time
5:45 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
22 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 16m 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 Moundsville, WV covers 173.7 miles and takes about 3h 16m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 77, I 64, North State Rt. 2. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 86.9 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 $27.16 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 drive requires moderate attention. Across 173.7 miles you will encounter 14 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (WV 34 / Midland Trail): Navigation decision point; at 0.4 miles (CR 19 / Hurricane Creek Road): Navigation decision point; at 25.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
On the drive from Hurricane, WV to Moundsville, WV, road signs begin pointing toward Parkersburg along the way.
How this page is built
Compiled by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, EIA for fuel prices, NREL for EV charging, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
