Last recalculated Apr 17, 2026
Drive Time
1h 40m
Distance
75.4 mi
121 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$12
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
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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Fairmont, WV
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The drive from Ohio County, WV to Fairmont, WV covers 75.4 miles and takes about 1h 40m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on Dragon Highway, United States Highway 250, Hornet Highway for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 15.2 miles on Dragon Highway. At current regular gas prices, budget about $11.79 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.
Midpoint
37.7 miles from Ohio County, WV
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 56m into the drive .
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 40m. Total distance: 75.4 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 40m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (16%). Straightforward navigation.
Scenic Drive
Turn-heavy local drive route profile.
Expect a 1h 40m drive with frequent turns across 75.4 miles of local and secondary roads.
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. The trickiest moment comes around 0.3 miles in near CR 8/1 / Stewarts Hill Road.
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Ohio County, WV to Fairmont, WV is easy. At 1h 40m with 16% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
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 1 miles (CR 25 / Peters Run Road): Navigation decision point; at 7.2 miles (WV 88 / Ridgecrest Road): Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach.
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
At end of road, turn left onto CR 25 / Peters Run Road
Navigation decision point
Turn sharp left onto WV 88 / Ridgecrest Road
Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach
At end of road, turn left onto US 250 / Waynesburg Pike Road
Navigation decision point
Turn left onto Jefferson Street
Navigation decision point
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Dragon Highway | 15.2 mi | 17m |
| United States Highway 250 | 12.4 mi | 14m |
| Hornet Highway | 11.1 mi | 12m |
| Waynesburg Pike Road | 10.1 mi | 11m |
| Husky Highway | 9.3 mi | 10m |
| Fairmont Pike Road | 7.1 mi | 12m |
| Peters Run Road | 3.3 mi | 8m |
| Bethlehem Boulevard | 1.8 mi | 3m |
Step-by-step road directions between Ohio County, WV and Fairmont, WV.
Start on CR 8
Turn right onto CR 8/1
At end of road, turn left onto CR 25
At end of road, turn right onto US 40
Continue on WV 88
Continue on WV 88
Turn sharp left onto WV 88
Continue on WV 88
At end of road, turn left onto US 250
Continue on US 250
Continue on US 250
Continue on US 250
Continue on US 250
Continue on US 250
Continue on US 250
Continue on US 250
Turn left onto US 19; US 250
Turn left onto Jefferson Street
Arrive at destination
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.
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 17 miles or 33m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 37.7 miles or 56m 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 26m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Fairmont, WV than in the middle of the route.
Open the route before leaving Ohio County, WV so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Ohio County, WV
This is one driving day of about 75.4 miles and 1h 40m.
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 37.7 mi from Ohio County, WV · 56m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
38 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 17 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 37.7 miles from Ohio County, WV, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
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.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Regular Gas
$11.79 one way
$23.58 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.34 | $12.89 | $25.78 |
| premium | $4.70 | $13.95 | $27.91 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $16.65 | $33.29 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$12
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$37–$62
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 26.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $8 in charging · 0 stops · 65% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 22.6 | 0 | $7.92 | $3.62 |
| Efficient EV | 18.9 | 0 | $6.60 | $3.02 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 30.2 | 0 | $10.56 | $4.83 |
Gas CO2
26 kg
EV CO2
9 kg (65% 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
Late night in Ohio County on Friday
Local time
12:14 AM
EDT
Current temp
82°F
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Destination
Late night in Fairmont on Friday
Local time
12:14 AM
EDT
Current temp
70°F
Unavailable
50°F
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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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