Origin
Oceana, WV
Evening in Oceana on Tuesday
Local time
6:02 PM
EDT
Current temp
39°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Oceana, WV to Fairmont, WV
Data updated 0 seconds ago
Drive Time
3h 19m
Distance
186.2 mi
300 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$29
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
3h 7m
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6 AM
3h 19m
8 AM
3h 43m
10 AM
3h 27m
12 PM
3h 25m
3 PM
3h 29m
5 PM
3h 42m
8 PM
3h 12m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Oceana, WV
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Fairmont, WV
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Trip Overview
Traveling from Oceana to Fairmont covers 186.2 miles of West Virginia terrain, a journey that typically takes about 3 hours and 19 minutes behind the wheel. Because this route is a turn-heavy local drive, it is best suited as a one-day trip rather than an overnight excursion. You can expect to spend approximately $30 on fuel to complete the trek. Navigating via Pond Fork Road, Bolt Road, and Harper Road keeps you off the major interstates, providing a direct connection between these two southeastern locations. Since the entire drive stays within the state of West Virginia, you will experience a consistent regional feel from start to finish.
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
93.1 miles from Oceana, WV
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 39m into the drive .
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Drive Character
Expect a technical, hands-on driving experience rather than a monotonous interstate cruise, as this route features a 0% highway share. You will navigate winding local roads that demand your full attention, making it a trip for those who prefer an active drive over high-speed cruising. The path relies on secondary roads like Bolt Road, which dictates a slower, deliberate pace throughout the 3-hour and 19-minute duration. Because the journey is entirely composed of local thoroughfares, the road character remains consistently demanding with frequent turns. Prepare for a steady, rhythmic drive that requires you to stay engaged with the road surface and the winding nature of the terrain.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 18 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Pond Fork Road is one of the defining roads on this drive.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. Navigation is very simple — set it and forget it for most of the drive.
Route Complexity
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
The drive from Oceana, WV to Fairmont, WV is easy. At 3h 19m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Oceana, WV to Fairmont, WV is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Pond Fork Road | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Bolt Road | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Harper Road | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| West Virginia Turnpike | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| US 19 | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| I 79 | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Senator Jennings Randolph Highway | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| WV 273 North | Unavailable | Refreshing |
Per-road distance and duration are being refreshed from OSRM for this route.
Longest stretch:
Pond Fork Road
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Oceana, WV and Fairmont, WV.
1
Start on Kopperston Road
5.6 mi
·
8 min
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Kopperston Road
2
Continue on Pond Fork Road
4.1 mi
·
6 min
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Pond Fork Road
3
Turn right onto Bolt Road
14 mi
·
24 min
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Bolt Road
4
Continue on Harper Road
10 mi
·
17 min
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Harper Road
5
Take the ramp left
0.3 mi
·
40 sec
6
Merge slight left onto West Virginia Turnpike
2.5 mi
·
2 min
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West Virginia Turnpike
7
Take the exit slight right toward US 19: North Beckley, Summersville
2.1 mi
·
2 min
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US 19: North Beckley, Summersville
8
Continue straight
67 mi
·
1 hr 21 min
9
Take the exit right toward I 79, US 19 North: Clarksburg
0.3 mi
·
36 sec
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I 79, US 19 North: Clarksburg
10
Merge slight left onto Senator Jennings Randolph Highway
77 mi
·
1 hr 23 min
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Senator Jennings Randolph Highway
11
Take the exit slight right toward WV 273 North: Downtown, Fairmont
0.4 mi
·
55 sec
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WV 273 North: Downtown, Fairmont
12
Turn left onto Fairmont Gateway Connector
0.8 mi
·
1 min
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Fairmont Gateway Connector
13
Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward Fairmont Gateway Connector
121 ft
·
3 sec
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Fairmont Gateway Connector
14
Exit the roundabout onto Fairmont Gateway Connector
0.2 mi
·
24 sec
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Fairmont Gateway Connector
15
Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward Fairmont Gateway Connector
128 ft
·
3 sec
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Fairmont Gateway Connector
16
Exit the roundabout onto Fairmont Gateway Connector
0.2 mi
·
25 sec
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Fairmont Gateway Connector
17
Continue on Jefferson Street
0.3 mi
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58 sec
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Jefferson Street
18
Arrive at your destination
Trip Plan
Plan for a single stop during your 186.2-mile journey to keep your focus sharp on these technical local roads. Since the drive is turn-heavy, leaving during daylight hours is essential to ensure you can clearly see the road transitions and navigate the curves safely. Budgeting $30 for fuel should cover your needs, but keeping a little extra in reserve is wise given the stop-and-go nature of local roads. Because this trip is comfortably completed in one day, you have the flexibility to depart whenever suits your schedule best. Keep a close eye on your GPS, as the reliance on local roads like Pond Fork and Harper Road means you will be making frequent directional changes throughout the trip.
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 93.1 miles from Oceana, WV, or about 1h 39m into the drive.
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 25m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 93.1 miles or 1h 39m 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 43m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Fairmont, WV than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Oceana, 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 Oceana, WV
This is one driving day of about 186.2 miles and 3h 19m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Oceana, 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.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 93.1 mi from Oceana, WV · 1h 39m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
93 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 93.1 miles from Oceana, WV, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Fairmont, WV
The final approach into Fairmont, 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 Fairmont, 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
$29.12 one way
$58.24 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
65 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.34 | $31.84 | $63.67 |
| premium | $4.70 | $34.46 | $68.92 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $41.11 | $82.22 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$29
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$54–$79
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 65.1 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $20 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 55.9 | 0 | $19.55 | $8.94 |
| Efficient EV | 46.6 | 0 | $16.29 | $7.45 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 74.5 | 0 | $26.07 | $11.92 |
Gas CO2
65 kg
EV CO2
22 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
Fairmont, WV
Evening in Fairmont on Tuesday
Local time
6:02 PM
EDT
Current temp
82°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
74°F
Newtown, PA
93 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
43 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 19m 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 Oceana, WV to Fairmont, WV covers 186.2 miles and takes about 3h 19m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Pond Fork Road, Bolt Road, Harper Road. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 93.1 miles from Oceana, WV. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $29.12 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.
The drive from Oceana, WV to Fairmont, WV is easy. At 3h 19m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Oceana, WV to Fairmont, WV is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Oceana, WV to Fairmont, WV does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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