Connecting Parkersburg to Weirton Heights is a straightforward 119.4-mile journey that typically takes about 2 hours and 30 minutes. Since both endpoints are located within the Southeast region of West Virginia, you can easily complete this drive in a single day. Budgeting approximately $19 for fuel should keep you covered for the trip. Given the duration, there is no need to split this into an overnight excursion unless you prefer a slower pace. The route relies on a mix of SR 7, North State Rt. 2, and 2nd Street, offering a practical way to traverse the state. This drive is ideal for travelers looking for an efficient connection between these two West Virginia hubs.
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
59.7 miles from Parkersburg, WV
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 1h 11m into the drive
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Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 30m. Total distance: 119.4 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 30m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (46%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Drive Character
Expect a mixed driving experience as you navigate this 119.4-mile path. With a highway share of 46%, you will encounter a blend of faster-paced road segments and slower, more local driving conditions. The most significant portion of your trip will be a 34.1-mile stretch along SR 7, which serves as the longest uninterrupted segment of the drive. As you progress from Parkersburg toward Weirton Heights, the road’s personality shifts, requiring you to remain attentive to changing road types. You won't face a monotonous interstate grind here; instead, the route demands a balance of focus and flexibility as you transition between state routes and local streets.
Expect a mix of faster highway mileage and slower local approaches near the beginning or end.
There are about 35 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
SR 7 is the longest continuous segment at about 34.1 miles.
Elevation Profile
Mostly flat terrain
1,201 ft613 ft
Total Climb
905 ft
Total Descent
317 ft
Highest Point
1,201 ft
~119.4 mi in
Elevation Range
588 ft
How Hard Is This Drive?
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 0.1 miles in near 6th Street.
Driving Effort8/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 24 significant decision points across 119.4 miles, you will need to stay alert - especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (6th Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.3 miles (Green Street): Complex interchange - multiple decisions in a short stretch; at 0.4 miles (WV 14 / 5th Street): Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 24 key points
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
0.1 mi into trip|~0m in|6th Street
Turn right onto 6th Street
Navigation decision point
6
0.3 mi into trip|~1m in|Green Street
At end of road, turn right onto Green Street
Complex interchange - multiple decisions in a short stretch
5
0.4 mi into trip|~1m in|WV 14 / 5th Street
Turn left onto WV 14 / 5th Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
5
7.6 mi into trip|~10m in|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...
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8 mi into trip|~11m in|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...
Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
SR 7
34.1 mi
44m
North State Rt. 2
22.4 mi
27m
2nd Street
16.9 mi
19m
State Route 2
11.7 mi
13m
Emerson Avenue
5 mi
5m
Wells Street
5 mi
5m
Vine Street
4.3 mi
4m
US 22
3.5 mi
4m
Longest stretch:
SR 7
— 34.1 mi, about 44m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Parkersburg, WV and Weirton Heights, WV.
1
Start on WV 68; WV 618
449 ft·21 sec·Juliana Street
Use the straight / left lanes.
2
Turn right onto 6th Street
0.2 mi·50 sec·6th Street
3
At end of road, turn right onto Green Street
363 ft·19 sec·Green Street
4
Turn left onto WV 14
0.5 mi·1 min·5th Street
Use the left lane.
5
Take the ramp
0.2 mi·24 sec
6
Merge onto US 50
3.2 mi·3 min·Corridor D
7
Turn left
0.2 mi·23 sec
8
Merge onto I 77; WV 2
3.1 mi·3 min·I 77; WV 2
9
Take the exit onto WV 2
0.4 mi·47 sec·WV 2
Toward WV 2 North, WV 68 South: Vienna, North Parkersburg
10
Keep slight right at fork onto WV 2
136 ft·3 sec·WV 2
Toward WV 2 North, WV 68 South: Vienna, North Parkersburg
11
Continue on WV 2
5.0 mi·5 min·Emerson Avenue
12
Continue on WV 2
12 mi·13 min·State Route 2
13
Continue on WV 2
17 mi·19 min·2nd Street
14
Turn right onto WV 2
5.0 mi·5 min·Wells Street
15
Continue on WV 2
4.3 mi·4 min·Vine Street
16
Continue on WV 2
2.0 mi·2 min·3rd Street
17
Continue on WV 2
1.3 mi·1 min·North State Route 2
18
Continue on WV 2
22 mi·27 min·North State Rt. 2
19
Turn left onto WV 2 Spur
0.4 mi·30 sec·12th Street
20
Continue on SR 872
0.3 mi·27 sec·SR 872
21
Take the exit
0.2 mi·35 sec
22
Continue on SR 7
34 mi·44 min·SR 7
23
Turn left onto Slack Street
519 ft·14 sec·Slack Street
24
Turn right onto South 4th Street
1.1 mi·2 min·South 4th Street
25
Turn left onto Franklin Avenue
0.3 mi·38 sec·Franklin Avenue
26
Turn right onto North 7th Street
0.1 mi·23 sec·North 7th Street
27
Take the ramp
0.2 mi·20 sec
28
Merge onto US 22
0.9 mi·1 min·Veterans Memorial Bridge
29
Keep slight left at fork onto US 22
3.5 mi·4 min·US 22
30
Take the exit
0.2 mi·25 sec
Toward CR 13: Three Springs Drive
31
Keep slight right at fork
352 ft·10 sec
32
Turn straight onto CR 13
0.7 mi·1 min·Three Springs Drive
33
At end of road, turn right onto CR 507
0.6 mi·1 min·Cove Road
34
Turn sharp left onto WV 105
45 ft·0 sec·Pennsylvania Avenue
35
Arrive at destination
WV 105
Trip Plan
Since this is a relatively short trip, you have the advantage of scheduling flexibility to avoid peak traffic hours. Plan for at least one stop during your 2-hour and 30-minute transit to stretch your legs and refresh. Because your fuel budget is roughly $19, it is wise to check your levels before leaving Parkersburg, especially if you plan to stick primarily to the secondary roads. Keep a close eye on your navigation when transitioning between SR 7 and North State Rt. 2 to ensure you stay on track. Taking the drive in one day is very manageable, so prioritize a departure time that allows you to arrive in Weirton Heights with plenty of daylight to spare.
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.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 59.7 miles from Parkersburg, WV, or about 1h 11m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 34.1 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 26 miles or 32m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 59.7 miles or 1h 11m 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 59m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Weirton Heights, WV than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Parkersburg, 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 Parkersburg, WV
This is one driving day of about 119.4 miles and 2h 30m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 26 miles from Parkersburg, 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 SR 7 for about 34.1 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 59.7 mi from Parkersburg, WV
· 1h 11m into the drive
The midpoint is around 59.7 miles from Parkersburg, WV, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Weirton Heights, WV
The final approach into Weirton Heights, 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 Weirton Heights, WV.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Nearby Places
Restaurants, cafes, gas stations and more along your route.
Figaretti's Restaurant
4.5
★ ★ ★ ★ ★
Later in the drive, ~10 min detour
4.2 mi from route
~10 min detour
Moderately
mile 85.3
Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$18.67 one way
$37.34 round trip
$3.97/gal25.4 MPG avg42 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.34
$20.42
$40.83
premium
$4.70
$22.10
$44.20
diesel
$5.61
$26.36
$52.72
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$19
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$44–$69
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 41.8 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $13 in charging
· 0 stops
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
35.8
0
$12.54
$5.73
Efficient EV
29.9
0
$10.45
$4.78
EV Truck/SUV
47.8
0
$16.72
$7.64
Gas CO2
42 kg
EV CO2
14 kg (67% 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.
Forecast as of Apr 13, 2026
Origin
Parkersburg, WV
Night
in Parkersburg on Friday
Local time
11:23 PM
EDT
Current temp
63°F
Mostly Cloudy
SW 10 mph6% chanceLive forecast
Special Weather Statement
Special Weather Statement issued April 12 at 1:43PM EDT by NWS Baltimore MD/Washington DC
Destination
Weirton Heights, WV
Night
in Weirton Heights on Friday
Local time
11:23 PM
EDT
Current temp
69°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
2h 30m on the road
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.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Parkersburg, WV to Weirton Heights, WV covers 119.4 miles and takes about 2h 30m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are SR 7, North State Rt. 2, 2nd Street. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 59.7 miles from Parkersburg, WV. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $18.67 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.
Plan about 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, or rest. A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
This is a demanding drive. With 24 significant decision points across 119.4 miles, you will need to stay alert - especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (6th Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.3 miles (Green Street): Complex interchange - multiple decisions in a short stretch; at 0.4 miles (WV 14 / 5th Street): Lane positioning matters here.
The route from Parkersburg, WV to Weirton Heights, WV does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
Mostly flat terrain. The route ranges from 613 ft to 1,201 ft elevation with about 905 ft of total climbing.
