Origin
Philippi, WV
Evening in Philippi on Tuesday
Local time
6:01 PM
EDT
Current temp
38°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Philippi, WV to Weirton Heights, WV
Data updated 0 seconds ago
Drive Time
2h 30m
Distance
125.9 mi
203 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$20
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
2h 20m
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6 AM
2h 31m
8 AM
2h 51m
10 AM
2h 38m
12 PM
2h 36m
3 PM
2h 39m
5 PM
2h 50m
8 PM
2h 24m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Philippi, WV
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Weirton Heights, WV
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Trip Overview
Driving from Philippi to Weirton Heights covers 125.9 miles and typically takes about 2 hours and 30 minutes. Since this is a straightforward trek within West Virginia, it works perfectly as a single-day trip, leaving you plenty of time at your destination. You should budget approximately $20 for fuel to complete the journey. The route follows a combination of the Senator Jennings Randolph Highway, US 119, and various Barbour County highways. Because the entire trip stays within the Southeast region, you will experience a consistent local atmosphere throughout your travels.
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
63 miles from Philippi, WV
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 15m into the drive .
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Drive Character
Expect a mixed driving experience that keeps you engaged rather than lulled into highway monotony. Roughly 36% of your time will be spent on highways, while the remainder involves navigating local roads that shift the pace of your journey. Your longest uninterrupted stretch is 48.5 miles on the Senator Jennings Randolph Highway, which provides the most consistent cruising portion of the trip. The transition between these road types means you will need to stay alert as the terrain changes from rural county roads to more structured highway lanes.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 21 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
North Main Street is one of the defining roads on this drive.
Elevation Profile
Gently rolling terrain
2,066 ft
1,004 ft
Total Climb
1,520 ft
Total Descent
1,623 ft
Highest Point
2,066 ft
~27 mi in
Elevation Range
1,061 ft
Notable High Points
2,066 ft at ~27 miles
+736 ft prominence
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 Philippi, WV to Weirton Heights, WV is easy. At 2h 30m 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 Philippi, WV to Weirton Heights, WV is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| North Main Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Barbour County Highway | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| I 68 West | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| I-79 N | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Senator Jennings Randolph Highway | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| I 79 North | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| PA Tpke 576 Toll West | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| PA Tpke 576 West | Unavailable | Refreshing |
Per-road distance and duration are being refreshed from OSRM for this route.
Longest stretch:
North Main Street
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Philippi, WV and Weirton Heights, WV.
1
Start on Church Street
108 ft
·
10 sec
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Church Street
2
Turn left onto North Main Street
0.2 mi
·
28 sec
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North Main Street
3
At the end of the road, turn right onto Barbour County Highway
15 mi
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16 min
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Barbour County Highway
4
At the end of the road, turn left
22 mi
·
25 min
5
Turn left onto I 68 West
0.4 mi
·
56 sec
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I 68 West
6
Merge slight left
0.4 mi
·
27 sec
7
Keep slight right to continue on I-79 N: Washington
0.6 mi
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39 sec
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I-79 N: Washington
8
Merge slight left onto Senator Jennings Randolph Highway
49 mi
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54 min
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Senator Jennings Randolph Highway
9
Take the exit slight right toward I 79 North: Pittsburgh
11 mi
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15 min
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I 79 North: Pittsburgh
10
Take the exit slight right toward PA Tpke 576 Toll West: Pittsburgh International Airport
0.2 mi
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32 sec
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PA Tpke 576 Toll West: Pittsburgh International Airport
11
Continue on PA Tpke 576 West
0.4 mi
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46 sec
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PA Tpke 576 West
12
Continue on Southern Beltway
13 mi
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13 min
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Southern Beltway
13
Take the exit slight right toward US 22: Pittsburgh, Weirton
0.5 mi
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1 min
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US 22: Pittsburgh, Weirton
14
Turn left onto PA Tpke 576 East, US 22 West: Washington Pennsylvania, Weirton
0.5 mi
·
1 min
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PA Tpke 576 East, US 22 West: Washington Pennsylvania, Weirton
15
Merge slight left
11 mi
·
15 min
16
Take the exit slight right toward WV 105: Colliers Way
0.2 mi
·
27 sec
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WV 105: Colliers Way
17
Keep slight right
161 ft
·
4 sec
18
Turn straight onto Colliers Way
0.5 mi
·
1 min
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Colliers Way
19
Turn left onto Pennsylvania Avenue
1.0 mi
·
1 min
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Pennsylvania Avenue
20
Keep slight right to continue on Pennsylvania Avenue
46 ft
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1 sec
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Pennsylvania Avenue
21
Arrive at your destination
Trip Plan
Planning for this 125.9-mile trip is simple, but keeping a flexible schedule is your best advantage. Since you only need one stop to complete the drive comfortably, look for a convenient pull-off near the midpoint to stretch your legs. Because fuel costs are estimated at $20, it is wise to fill your tank before leaving Philippi to avoid searching for stations during the more remote stretches of the route. If possible, avoid peak traffic hours when transitioning onto the main highways to ensure you maintain your 2 hour and 30 minute pace. Keep a close watch on your speedometer when moving from the Senator Jennings Randolph Highway onto local sections, as speed limits frequently adjust in these areas.
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 63 miles from Philippi, WV, or about 1h 15m 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 35m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 63 miles or 1h 15m 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 3m
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 Philippi, 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 Philippi, WV
This is one driving day of about 125.9 miles and 2h 30m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Philippi, 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 63 mi from Philippi, WV · 1h 15m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
Municipality of Bethel Park, PA
63 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
Municipality of Bethel Park, PA
Fuel and coffeeA short stop after about 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Municipality of Bethel Park, PA
Meal breakThe midpoint is around 63 miles from Philippi, 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.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$19.69 one way
$39.38 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
44 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.34 | $21.53 | $43.05 |
| premium | $4.70 | $23.30 | $46.60 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $27.80 | $55.59 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$20
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$45–$70
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 44.1 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $13 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 37.8 | 0 | $13.22 | $6.04 |
| Efficient EV | 31.5 | 0 | $11.02 | $5.04 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 50.4 | 0 | $17.63 | $8.06 |
Gas CO2
44 kg
EV CO2
15 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
Weirton Heights, WV
Evening in Weirton Heights on Tuesday
Local time
6:01 PM
EDT
Current temp
58°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
20 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
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 Philippi, WV to Weirton Heights, WV covers 125.9 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 North Main Street, Barbour County Highway, I 68 West. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 63 miles from Philippi, WV. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $19.69 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.
The drive from Philippi, WV to Weirton Heights, WV is easy. At 2h 30m 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 Philippi, WV to Weirton Heights, WV is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Philippi, WV to Weirton Heights, WV does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
Gently rolling terrain. The route ranges from 1,004 ft to 2,066 ft elevation with about 1,520 ft of total climbing. There is 1 notable high point along the way.
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