Origin
Moundsville, WV
Afternoon in Moundsville on Tuesday
Local time
4:35 PM
EDT
Current temp
62°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Moundsville, WV to Bridgeport, WV
Data updated 0 seconds ago
Drive Time
1h 39m
Distance
84.1 mi
135 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$13
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 32m
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6 AM
1h 39m
8 AM
1h 54m
10 AM
1h 45m
12 PM
1h 43m
3 PM
1h 45m
5 PM
1h 54m
8 PM
1h 35m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Moundsville, WV
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Bridgeport, WV
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Trip Overview
If you are looking to travel from Moundsville to Bridgeport, West Virginia, expect a journey covering 84.1 miles. You should budget about 1 hour and 39 minutes for this trip, making it an ideal candidate for a single-day excursion. With fuel costs estimated at around $13, this is an affordable trek that stays entirely within the southeastern region of the state. Because the distance is relatively short, there is no need to split this into an overnight stay. Expect a straightforward drive that prioritizes local roads over major interstates, providing a practical way to connect these two West Virginia communities.
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
42 miles from Moundsville, WV
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 48m into the drive .
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Drive Character
Prepare for a turn-heavy local drive that demands your full attention behind the wheel. Unlike a monotonous interstate slog, this route relies on a mix of the Dragon Highway, Waynesburg Pike Road, and the Senator Jennings Randolph Highway. You will find that only 15% of your time is spent on highways, so be ready for constant steering adjustments. The longest uninterrupted stretch you will encounter is a 15.2-mile segment on the Dragon Highway. Overall, the experience is defined by the technical nature of the local roads rather than high-speed cruising.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 26 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Dragon Highway is the longest continuous segment at about 15.2 miles.
Elevation Profile
Gently rolling terrain
1,394 ft
695 ft
Total Climb
1,484 ft
Total Descent
1,163 ft
Highest Point
1,394 ft
~10.5 mi in
Elevation Range
700 ft
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near CH 250/88 / Jefferson Avenue.
Route Complexity
3/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
This is a straightforward 1h 39m drive. You will face about 11 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (CH 250/88 / Jefferson Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 1.2 miles (US 250 / Waynesburg Pike Road): Navigation decision point; at 66.5 miles (WV 273 / Fairmont Gateway Connector): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 11 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
4
0 mi into trip
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~0m in
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CH 250/88 / Jefferson Avenue
Turn left onto CH 250/88 / Jefferson Avenue
Navigation decision point
5
1.2 mi into trip
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~1m in
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US 250 / Waynesburg Pike Road
At end of road, turn left onto US 250 / Waynesburg Pike Road
Navigation decision point
5
66.5 mi into trip
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~1h 17m in
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WV 273 / Fairmont Gateway Connector
Enter roundabout onto WV 273 / Fairmont Gateway Connector
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
5
66.7 mi into trip
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~1h 17m in
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WV 273 / Fairmont Gateway Connector
Enter roundabout onto WV 273 / Fairmont Gateway Connector
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
5
84 mi into trip
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~1h 39m in
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CR 24 / North Virginia Avenue
Turn right onto CR 24 / North Virginia Avenue
Navigation decision point
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Dragon Highway | 15.2 mi | 17m |
| Waynesburg Pike Road | 14.8 mi | 16m |
| Senator Jennings Randolph Highway | 13.9 mi | 14m |
| United States Highway 250 | 12.4 mi | 14m |
| Hornet Highway | 11.1 mi | 12m |
| Husky Highway | 9.3 mi | 10m |
| Johnson Avenue | 2 mi | 3m |
| Main Street | 1.7 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
Dragon Highway
— 15.2 mi, about 17m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Moundsville, WV and Bridgeport, WV.
1
Start on 5th Street
38 ft
·
7 sec
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5th Street
2
Turn left onto CH 250/88
0.3 mi
·
42 sec
·
Jefferson Avenue
3
Turn right onto US 250
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
1st Street
4
At end of road, turn left onto US 250
15 mi
·
16 min
·
Waynesburg Pike Road
5
Continue on US 250
11 mi
·
12 min
·
Dragon Highway
6
Continue on US 250
0.6 mi
·
41 sec
·
Dragon Highway
7
Continue on US 250
3.5 mi
·
4 min
·
Dragon Highway
8
Continue on US 250
11 mi
·
12 min
·
Hornet Highway
9
Continue on US 250
9.3 mi
·
10 min
·
Husky Highway
10
Continue on US 250
1.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Main Street
11
Continue on US 250
12 mi
·
14 min
·
United States Highway 250
12
Turn left onto US 19; US 250
0.1 mi
·
16 sec
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Adams Street
13
Turn right onto Jefferson Street
0.3 mi
·
55 sec
·
Jefferson Street
14
Continue on WV 273
0.2 mi
·
23 sec
·
Fairmont Gateway Connector
15
Enter roundabout onto WV 273
129 ft
·
3 sec
·
Fairmont Gateway Connector
16
Continue on WV 273
0.2 mi
·
23 sec
·
Fairmont Gateway Connector
17
Enter roundabout onto WV 273
128 ft
·
3 sec
·
Fairmont Gateway Connector
18
Continue on WV 273
0.4 mi
·
54 sec
·
Fairmont Gateway Connector
19
Take the exit
0.5 mi
·
1 min
20
Merge onto I 79
14 mi
·
14 min
·
Senator Jennings Randolph Highway
21
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
44 sec
Toward CR 24
22
Turn left onto CR 24
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Johnson Avenue
23
Continue on CR 24
1.4 mi
·
2 min
·
Johnson Avenue
24
Turn slight left onto CR 24
0.2 mi
·
28 sec
·
West Philadelphia Avenue
25
Turn right onto CR 24
71 ft
·
1 sec
·
North Virginia Avenue
26
Arrive at destination
CR 24
Trip Plan
Since this is a compact 1 hour and 39-minute drive, you have plenty of flexibility to plan your departure around your personal schedule. You will not need to worry about planning formal stops, as the trip is short enough to complete in one go. Keep in mind that because the route is turn-heavy, you should ensure your vehicle's tire pressure and alignment are in good shape before heading out. Budgeting about $13 for fuel should be sufficient to cover your trip from Moundsville to Bridgeport. Focus on navigating the local road transitions carefully to keep your travel time efficient.
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 42 miles from Moundsville, WV, or about 48m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 15.2 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 32m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 42 miles or 48m 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 23m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Bridgeport, WV than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Moundsville, 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 Moundsville, WV
This is one driving day of about 84.1 miles and 1h 39m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Moundsville, 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 Dragon Highway for about 15.2 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 42 mi from Moundsville, WV · 48m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
42 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 42 miles from Moundsville, WV, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Bridgeport, WV
The final approach into Bridgeport, 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 Bridgeport, 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
$13.15 one way
$26.30 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
29 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.34 | $14.38 | $28.76 |
| premium | $4.70 | $15.57 | $31.13 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $18.57 | $37.14 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$13
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$38–$63
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 29.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $9 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 25.2 | 0 | $8.83 | $4.04 |
| Efficient EV | 21 | 0 | $7.36 | $3.36 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 33.6 | 0 | $11.77 | $5.38 |
Gas CO2
29 kg
EV CO2
10 kg (66% 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
Bridgeport, WV
Afternoon in Bridgeport on Tuesday
Local time
4:35 PM
EDT
Current temp
38°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
74°F
Newtown, PA
42 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
24 degrees cooler at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
1h 39m 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 Moundsville, WV to Bridgeport, WV covers 84.1 miles and takes about 1h 39m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Dragon Highway, Waynesburg Pike Road, Senator Jennings Randolph Highway. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 42 miles from Moundsville, WV. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $13.15 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 is a straightforward 1h 39m drive. You will face about 11 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (CH 250/88 / Jefferson Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 1.2 miles (US 250 / Waynesburg Pike Road): Navigation decision point; at 66.5 miles (WV 273 / Fairmont Gateway Connector): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering.
The route from Moundsville, WV to Bridgeport, WV does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
Gently rolling terrain. The route ranges from 695 ft to 1,394 ft elevation with about 1,484 ft of total climbing.
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