Last recalculated Apr 17, 2026
Drive Time
3h 20m
Distance
167.8 mi
270 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$26
one way
EV Charging
Excellent
16 DC fast
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Ohio County, WV
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Charleston, WV
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The drive from Ohio County, WV to Charleston, WV covers 167.8 miles and takes about 3h 20m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on WV 2, Energy Road, Chelsea Street for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is mixed drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 76.6 miles on WV 2. At current regular gas prices, budget about $26.24 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
83.9 miles from Ohio County, WV
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 49m into the drive .
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 3h 20m. Total distance: 167.8 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
3h 20m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (55%). Straightforward navigation.
Scenic Drive
Mixed drive route profile with national parks nearby.
The drive from Ohio County, WV to Charleston, WV covers 167.8 miles and takes about 3h 20m, using a mix of highways and local roads.
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 0.3 miles in near CR 8/1 / Stewarts Hill Road.
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 3h 20m drive. You will face about 13 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.3 miles (CR 8/1 / Stewarts Hill Road): Navigation decision point; at 6.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 167.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
Turn right onto CR 8/1 / Stewarts Hill Road
Navigation decision point
Take the exit toward US 250 South, WV 2 South: Moundsville
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Take the exit toward Leon Sullivan Way, Capitol Street
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Keep slight left at fork toward Leon Sullivan Way
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Turn right onto US 60 / Washington Street East
Navigation decision point
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| WV 2 | 76.6 mi | 1h 22m |
| Energy Road | 21.6 mi | 25m |
| Chelsea Street | 16.8 mi | 19m |
| 3rd Street | 13.7 mi | 15m |
| US 250 | 10.7 mi | 13m |
| Emerson Avenue | 5.1 mi | 5m |
| North 4th Avenue | 5 mi | 5m |
| Vine Street | 4.3 mi | 4m |
Step-by-step road directions between Ohio County, WV and Charleston, WV.
Start on CR 8
Turn right onto CR 8/1
At end of road, turn left onto CR 25
Turn right onto CR 15
Turn straight onto WV 88
Turn right onto US 40
Take the ramp
Merge onto I 70
Take the exit
Continue on this road
Continue on US 250
Continue on WV 2
Continue on WV 2
Continue on WV 2
Continue on WV 2
Continue on WV 2
Continue on WV 2
Turn left onto WV 2
Turn right onto WV 2
Continue on WV 2
Continue on WV 2
Take the exit onto WV 2
Continue on I 77
Take the exit
Keep slight left at fork
Turn right onto US 60
Turn left onto Dickinson Street
Arrive at destination
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.
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 37 miles or 55m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 83.9 miles or 1h 49m 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 47m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Charleston, WV than in the middle of the route.
Open the route before leaving Ohio County, WV so your first major turns are already loaded.
Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
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 Ohio County, WV
This is one driving day of about 167.8 miles and 3h 20m.
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 83.9 mi from Ohio County, WV · 1h 49m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
84 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.
A short stop after about 37 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 83.9 miles from Ohio County, WV, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before WV 2 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 76.6 miles.
The final approach into Charleston, 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 Charleston, WV.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Regular Gas
$26.24 one way
$52.48 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.34 | $28.69 | $57.38 |
| premium | $4.70 | $31.06 | $62.11 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $37.05 | $74.10 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$26
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$51–$76
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 58.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
EV Charging Along Route
16 DC fast chargers · Coverage: excellent
Sheetz - Tesla Supercharger
Triadelphia, WV
8 DCFC
Sheetz - Tesla Supercharger
Ripley, WV
8 DCFC
Courtyard by Marriott - Tesla Supercharger
Charleston, WV
8 DCFC
Sheetz - Tesla Supercharger
Parkersburg, WV
6 DCFC
Hampton Inn & Suites Wheeling- The Highlands - Tesla Supercharger
Triadelphia, WV
4 DCFC
Elm Grove Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram
Wheeling, WV
2 DCFC
Straub Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram
Glen Dale, WV
2 DCFC
Moses Cadillac GMC Truck
East Charleston, WV
2 DCFC
Station data from NREL Alternative Fuel Stations database.
Driving Electric?
About $18 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 50.3 | 0 | $17.62 | $8.05 |
| Efficient EV | 42 | 0 | $14.68 | $6.71 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 67.1 | 0 | $23.49 | $10.74 |
Gas CO2
59 kg
EV CO2
20 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.
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Origin
Night in Ohio County on Thursday
Local time
10:52 PM
EDT
Current temp
82°F
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Destination
Night in Charleston on Thursday
Local time
10:52 PM
EDT
Current temp
69°F
Unavailable
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
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
The weather snapshot is not static. If you are leaving later, give both cities one more quick forecast check before departure.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
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