Origin
MacArthur, WV
Evening in MacArthur on Tuesday
Local time
7:52 PM
EDT
Current temp
56°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from MacArthur, WV to Wheeling, WV
Data updated 1 hour ago
Drive Time
4h 11m
Distance
217.7 mi
350 km
Drive Score
10/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$34
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
3h 59m
★
6 AM
4h 12m
8 AM
4h 38m
10 AM
4h 21m
12 PM
4h 18m
3 PM
4h 22m
5 PM
4h 37m
8 PM
4h 4m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
MacArthur, WV
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Wheeling, WV
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Trip Overview
The drive from MacArthur, WV to Wheeling, WV covers 217.7 miles and takes about 4h 11m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on I 77, West Virginia Turnpike, North State Rt. 2 for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 78.7 miles on I 77. At current regular gas prices, budget about $34.04 one way before food or hotel costs.
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
108.8 miles from MacArthur, WV
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 4m into the drive .
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Drive Character
This is a 4h 11m highway drive covering 217.7 miles, with most of the trip on I 77 and West Virginia Turnpike. The longest continuous stretch is about 78.7 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 18 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 78.7 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 77 and West Virginia Turnpike. You will hit about 8 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 58.8 miles in near I 77.
Route Complexity
5/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 217.7 miles you will encounter 8 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 58.8 miles (I 77): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 60.7 miles (I 77): Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 137.5 miles (WV 2): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 8 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
7
58.8 mi into trip
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~1h 9m in
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I 77
Keep slight right at fork onto I 77 toward I 77 North: Parkersburg
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Toward I 77 North: Parkersburg
5
60.7 mi into trip
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~1h 12m in
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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
5
137.5 mi into trip
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~2h 34m in
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WV 2
Take the exit onto WV 2 toward WV 2 North, WV 68 South: Vienna, North Parkersburg
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward WV 2 North, WV 68 South: Vienna, North P...
6
137.9 mi into trip
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~2h 35m in
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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...
5
217.6 mi into trip
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~4h 11m in
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17th Street
Turn left onto 17th Street
Navigation decision point
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 MacArthur, WV to Wheeling, WV, road signs begin pointing toward Parkersburg along the way.
Parkersburg
137.5 mi in
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~2h 34m
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via WV 2
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 77 | 78.7 mi | 1h 24m |
| West Virginia Turnpike | 58.8 mi | 1h 9m |
| North State Rt. 2 | 23.7 mi | 29m |
| 2nd Street | 16.9 mi | 19m |
| State Route 2 | 11.7 mi | 13m |
| Wheeling Avenue | 9.4 mi | 12m |
| Emerson Avenue | 5 mi | 5m |
| Wells Street | 5 mi | 5m |
Longest stretch:
I 77
— 78.7 mi, about 1h 24m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between MacArthur, WV and Wheeling, WV.
1
Start on I 64; I 77
59 mi
·
1 hr 9 min
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West Virginia Turnpike
2
Keep slight right at fork onto I 77
1.9 mi
·
2 min
·
I 77
Toward I 77 North: Parkersburg
Use the slight right lane.
3
Keep slight left at fork onto I 77
77 mi
·
1 hr 22 min
·
I 77
Toward I 77 North: Parkersburg
4
Take the exit onto WV 2
0.4 mi
·
47 sec
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WV 2
Toward WV 2 North, WV 68 South: Vienna, North Parkersburg
5
Keep slight right at fork onto WV 2
136 ft
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3 sec
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WV 2
Toward WV 2 North, WV 68 South: Vienna, North Parkersburg
6
Continue on WV 2
5.0 mi
·
5 min
·
Emerson Avenue
7
Continue on WV 2
12 mi
·
13 min
·
State Route 2
8
Continue on WV 2
17 mi
·
19 min
·
2nd Street
9
Turn right onto WV 2
5.0 mi
·
5 min
·
Wells Street
10
Continue on WV 2
4.3 mi
·
4 min
·
Vine Street
11
Continue on WV 2
2.0 mi
·
2 min
·
3rd Street
12
Continue on WV 2
1.3 mi
·
1 min
·
North State Route 2
13
Continue on WV 2
24 mi
·
29 min
·
North State Rt. 2
14
Continue on US 250; WV 2
9.4 mi
·
12 min
·
Wheeling Avenue
15
Take the exit onto WV 2
0.3 mi
·
42 sec
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WV 2
16
Turn left onto 17th Street
333 ft
·
16 sec
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17th Street
17
Turn right onto WV 2
323 ft
·
5 sec
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Chapline Street
18
Arrive at destination
WV 2
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 108.8 miles from MacArthur, WV, or about 2h 4m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 78.7 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 33m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 108.8 miles or 2h 4m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 3h 22m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Wheeling, WV than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving MacArthur, 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 MacArthur, WV
This is one driving day of about 217.7 miles and 4h 11m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from MacArthur, 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 78.7 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 108.8 mi from MacArthur, WV · 2h 4m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
109 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
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 108.8 miles from MacArthur, WV, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before I 77 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 78.7 miles.
Arriving in Wheeling, WV
The final approach into Wheeling, 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 Wheeling, 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
$34.04 one way
$68.09 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
76 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.34 | $37.22 | $74.45 |
| premium | $4.70 | $40.29 | $80.58 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $48.07 | $96.13 |
Estimated Tolls: $4.12
West Virginia Turnpike
(58.8 mi)
$4.12
Toll estimates based on average 2024-2025 rates. EZ-Pass/SunPass discounts may lower the actual cost.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$34
Tolls
$4
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$63–$88
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 76.2 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $23 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 65.3 | 0 | $22.86 | $10.45 |
| Efficient EV | 54.4 | 0 | $19.05 | $8.71 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 87.1 | 1 | $30.48 | $13.93 |
Gas CO2
76 kg
EV CO2
25 kg (67% less)
Plan for 0 charging stops, roughly every 270 miles. Allow 25-40 minutes per stop at a DC fast charger.
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
Wheeling, WV
Evening in Wheeling on Tuesday
Local time
7:52 PM
EDT
Current temp
62°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
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
4h 11m on the road
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from MacArthur, WV to Wheeling, WV covers 217.7 miles and takes about 4h 11m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 77, West Virginia Turnpike, 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 108.8 miles from MacArthur, WV. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $34.04 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. Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 217.7 miles you will encounter 8 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 58.8 miles (I 77): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 60.7 miles (I 77): Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 137.5 miles (WV 2): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
On the drive from MacArthur, WV to Wheeling, WV, road signs begin pointing toward Parkersburg along the way.
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