Origin
Kenova, WV
Morning in Kenova on Wednesday
Local time
11:53 AM
EDT
Current temp
41°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Kenova, WV to Doane, WV
Data updated 0 seconds ago
Drive Time
1h 14m
Distance
53.4 mi
86 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$8
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 9m
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6 AM
1h 15m
8 AM
1h 27m
10 AM
1h 19m
12 PM
1h 18m
3 PM
1h 20m
5 PM
1h 26m
8 PM
1h 11m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Kenova, WV
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Doane, WV
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Trip Overview
This 53.4-mile journey from Kenova to Doane, West Virginia, is a manageable 1-hour and 14-minute drive, perfect for a single day trip. You'll primarily navigate Louisa Road and US 52, with a portion on WV 152. With a modest fuel cost of around $8, this route offers a straightforward travel experience within the Southeast region. The mixed drive profile means you'll encounter varied road types, so plan for a dynamic trip. Given its short duration, it’s an ideal candidate for a spontaneous excursion or as part of a larger regional exploration.
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
26.7 miles from Kenova, WV
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 32m into the drive .
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Drive Character
Expect a mixed drive on this route, with 49% of the journey on highway stretches. The longest uninterrupted segment you'll encounter is 21.3 miles along Louisa Road, offering a sustained period of travel. As you transition between Louisa Road, US 52, and WV 152, the road character will likely change, providing a dynamic driving experience. This isn't a monotonous interstate cruise; rather, it’s a route that keeps you engaged with its varied road conditions and potentially changing scenery as you progress.
Expect a mix of faster highway mileage and slower local approaches near the beginning or end.
There are about 16 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Louisa Road is the longest continuous segment at about 21.3 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. You will hit about 9 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 2.3 miles in.
Route Complexity
6/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 53.4 miles you will encounter 9 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 2.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 2.6 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 23.9 miles (KY 3 / Old US Hwy 23): Navigation decision point.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 9 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
6
2.3 mi into trip
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~3m in
Take the exit toward US 23: Louisa, Ashland
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 191
Toward US 23: Louisa, Ashland
5
2.6 mi into trip
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~3m in
Keep slight left at fork
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
4
23.9 mi into trip
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~28m in
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KY 3 / Old US Hwy 23
Turn left onto KY 3 / Old US Hwy 23
Navigation decision point
4
25.4 mi into trip
|
~30m in
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KY 3 / Madison Street
Turn left onto KY 3 / Madison Street
Navigation decision point
4
26.2 mi into trip
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~31m in
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WV 37 / Broadway Street
At end of road, turn right onto WV 37 / Broadway Street
Navigation decision point
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Louisa Road | 21.3 mi | 24m |
| US 52 | 17.7 mi | 26m |
| WV 152 | 5.7 mi | 10m |
| Twelve Pole Road | 2.8 mi | 4m |
| Old US Hwy 23 | 1.5 mi | 2m |
| I 64 | 1.4 mi | 1m |
| Madison Street | 0.7 mi | 1m |
| Court Street | 0.7 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
Louisa Road
— 21.3 mi, about 24m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Kenova, WV and Doane, WV.
1
Start on 14th Street
50 ft
·
9 sec
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14th Street
2
Continue on WV 75
0.6 mi
·
49 sec
·
14th Street
3
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
40 sec
4
Merge onto I 64
1.4 mi
·
1 min
·
I 64
5
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
30 sec
Exit 191
Toward US 23: Louisa, Ashland
6
Keep slight left at fork
109 ft
·
4 sec
7
Turn left onto US 23
21 mi
·
24 min
·
Louisa Road
8
Turn left onto KY 3
1.5 mi
·
2 min
·
Old US Hwy 23
9
Turn left onto KY 3
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Madison Street
10
At end of road, turn right onto WV 37
0.2 mi
·
14 sec
·
Broadway Street
11
Turn left onto WV 37
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Court Street
12
Turn right onto US 52
18 mi
·
26 min
·
US 52
13
Continue on WV 152
5.7 mi
·
10 min
·
WV 152
14
Turn slight right onto CR 40
179 ft
·
3 sec
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CR 40
15
Keep slight right at fork onto CR 35
2.8 mi
·
4 min
·
Twelve Pole Road
16
Arrive at destination
CR 35
Trip Plan
For this short, 1-hour-and-14-minute drive, you have plenty of flexibility in your departure time. Consider leaving mid-morning to avoid any potential early rush hour, though with only 53.4 miles, traffic is unlikely to be a major concern. Since it's a quick trip with a low fuel cost of approximately $8, you won't need extensive planning for refueling. Keep an eye out for the transition points between Louisa Road, US 52, and WV 152, as these are where the road character typically shifts. There are no designated stops in the data, so plan your breaks before you depart or be ready to pull over if needed.
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 26.7 miles from Kenova, WV, or about 32m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 21.3 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 53.4 miles or 1h 14m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 26.7 miles or 32m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 1h
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Doane, WV than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Kenova, 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 Kenova, WV
This is one driving day of about 53.4 miles and 1h 14m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Kenova, 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 Louisa Road for about 21.3 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 26.7 mi from Kenova, WV · 32m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
27 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 Doane, WV
The final approach into Doane, 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 Doane, 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
$8.35 one way
$16.70 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
19 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.34 | $9.13 | $18.26 |
| premium | $4.70 | $9.88 | $19.77 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $11.79 | $23.58 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$8
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$33–$58
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 18.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $6 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 16 | 0 | $5.61 | $2.56 |
| Efficient EV | 13.4 | 0 | $4.67 | $2.14 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 21.4 | 0 | $7.48 | $3.42 |
Gas CO2
19 kg
EV CO2
6 kg (68% 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
Doane, WV
Morning in Doane on Wednesday
Local time
11:53 AM
EDT
Current temp
76°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
35 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
1h 14m 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 Kenova, WV to Doane, WV covers 53.4 miles and takes about 1h 14m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Louisa Road, US 52, WV 152. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 26.7 miles from Kenova, WV. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $8.35 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 drive requires moderate attention. Across 53.4 miles you will encounter 9 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 2.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 2.6 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 23.9 miles (KY 3 / Old US Hwy 23): Navigation decision point.
The route from Kenova, WV to Doane, WV does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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