Origin
Philippi, WV
Evening in Philippi on Tuesday
Local time
5:59 PM
EDT
Current temp
38°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Philippi, WV to Wheeling, WV
Data updated 0 seconds ago
Drive Time
2h 13m
Distance
103.8 mi
167 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$16
one way
EV Charging
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Best Time to Leave
4 AM
2h 5m
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6 AM
2h 14m
8 AM
2h 33m
10 AM
2h 20m
12 PM
2h 19m
3 PM
2h 21m
5 PM
2h 32m
8 PM
2h 8m
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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Wheeling, WV
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Trip Overview
Traveling from Philippi to Wheeling covers 118.7 miles and typically takes about 2 hours and 11 minutes of driving time. Because this is a straightforward trek within West Virginia, you can easily complete the entire journey in a single day without needing an overnight stay. Expect to spend roughly $19 on fuel for the trip, making it a very affordable excursion. You will navigate primarily via North Main Street, Barbour County Highway, and Trap Springs Road. Since both cities are located within the Southeast region, the environment remains consistent throughout your transit. This route is best suited for those who prefer navigating local roads over the monotony of major interstates.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
0 planned breaks
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
51.9 miles from Philippi, WV
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 7m into the drive .
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Drive Character
Expect a turn-heavy local drive rather than a high-speed interstate cruise, as this route features zero highway miles. You will be navigating a constant series of twists and turns across the 118.7-mile distance, requiring your full attention behind the wheel. Because there is no long-distance highway travel, the longest stretch you will encounter is a brief segment on North Main Street. The road's personality is defined by its technical nature, which demands a more engaged driving style compared to a standard highway haul. Be prepared for a winding, hands-on experience that keeps you actively steering from start to finish.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 36 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Dragon Highway is the longest continuous segment at about 15.2 miles.
Elevation Profile
Mostly flat terrain
1,398 ft
663 ft
Total Climb
848 ft
Total Descent
1,490 ft
Highest Point
1,398 ft
~22.2 mi in
Elevation Range
734 ft
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near US 250 / North Main Street.
Route Complexity
7/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
This is a demanding drive. With 21 significant decision points across 103.8 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: near the start (US 250 / North Main Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 30.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 32 miles (WV 273 / Fairmont Gateway Connector): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 21 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
7
0 mi into trip
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US 250 / North Main Street
Turn left onto US 250 / North Main Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / left lanes.
5
30.6 mi into trip
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~40m in
Take the exit toward WV 273 North: Downtown, Fairmont
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward WV 273 North: Downtown, Fairmont
5
32 mi into trip
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~43m in
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WV 273 / Fairmont Gateway Connector
Enter roundabout onto WV 273 / Fairmont Gateway Connector
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
5
102.4 mi into trip
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~2h 10m in
Take the exit toward US 250, WV 2: Wheeling, Moundsville
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward US 250, WV 2: Wheeling, Moundsville
5
103.7 mi into trip
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~2h 13m in
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17th Street
Turn left onto 17th Street
Navigation decision point
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
On the drive from Philippi, WV to Wheeling, WV, road signs begin pointing toward Fairmont along the way.
Fairmont
30.6 mi in
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~40m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Dragon Highway | 15.2 mi | 17m |
| Barbour County Highway | 12.4 mi | 14m |
| Cleveland Avenue | 12.3 mi | 13m |
| Hornet Highway | 11.1 mi | 12m |
| US 250 | 10.3 mi | 15m |
| Waynesburg Pike Road | 10.1 mi | 11m |
| Husky Highway | 9.3 mi | 10m |
| Fairmont Pike Road | 7.1 mi | 12m |
Longest stretch:
Dragon Highway
— 15.2 mi, about 17m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Philippi, WV and Wheeling, WV.
1
Start on Church Street
109 ft
·
10 sec
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Church Street
2
Turn left onto US 250
0.2 mi
·
26 sec
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North Main Street
Use the straight / left lanes.
3
At end of road, turn right onto US 119; US 250
12 mi
·
14 min
·
Barbour County Highway
4
Turn left onto US 250
2.4 mi
·
3 min
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Trap Springs Road
5
Turn straight onto US 50; US 250
1.7 mi
·
2 min
·
George Washington Highway
6
Turn slight right
182 ft
·
8 sec
7
Turn straight onto US 250
10 mi
·
15 min
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US 250
8
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
29 sec
9
Merge onto I 79
3.4 mi
·
3 min
·
Senator Jennings Randolph Highway
10
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
54 sec
Toward WV 273 North: Downtown, Fairmont
11
Turn left onto WV 273
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
Fairmont Gateway Connector
12
Enter roundabout onto WV 273
122 ft
·
2 sec
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Fairmont Gateway Connector
13
Continue on WV 273
0.2 mi
·
23 sec
·
Fairmont Gateway Connector
14
Enter roundabout onto WV 273
128 ft
·
3 sec
·
Fairmont Gateway Connector
15
Continue on WV 273
0.2 mi
·
24 sec
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Fairmont Gateway Connector
16
Continue on Jefferson Street
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
Jefferson Street
17
Turn left onto US 19
0.1 mi
·
22 sec
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Jackson Street
18
Turn right onto US 250
12 mi
·
13 min
·
Cleveland Avenue
19
Continue on US 250
1.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Main Street
20
Continue on US 250
9.3 mi
·
10 min
·
Husky Highway
21
Continue on US 250
11 mi
·
12 min
·
Hornet Highway
22
Continue on US 250
15 mi
·
17 min
·
Dragon Highway
23
Turn left onto US 250
10 mi
·
11 min
·
Waynesburg Pike Road
24
Turn right onto WV 88
7.1 mi
·
12 min
·
Fairmont Pike Road
25
Continue on WV 88
1.1 mi
·
1 min
·
Ridgecrest Road
26
Turn left onto West Bethlehem Boulevard
0.3 mi
·
32 sec
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West Bethlehem Boulevard
27
Continue on CR 91/1
0.2 mi
·
20 sec
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Spruce Street
28
Take the ramp
0.4 mi
·
46 sec
29
Merge onto I 470
0.7 mi
·
57 sec
·
USS West Virginia Memorial Highway
30
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
56 sec
Toward US 250, WV 2: Wheeling, Moundsville
31
Keep slight right at fork
0.5 mi
·
1 min
32
Merge onto US 250; WV 2
461 ft
·
5 sec
·
US 250; WV 2
33
Take the exit onto WV 2
0.3 mi
·
42 sec
·
WV 2
34
Turn left onto 17th Street
333 ft
·
16 sec
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17th Street
35
Turn right onto WV 2
323 ft
·
5 sec
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Chapline Street
36
Arrive at destination
WV 2
Trip Plan
Since the trip takes just over two hours, you have plenty of flexibility to plan your departure time based on your personal schedule. With no mandatory stops built into the 118.7-mile duration, you can easily manage the drive in one steady push, though you should factor in extra time if you prefer periodic breaks. Given the turn-heavy nature of the Barbour County Highway and Trap Springs Road, ensure your vehicle is ready for frequent steering adjustments before you head out. Budgeting $19 for fuel should keep you covered, but consider topping off your tank in Philippi to avoid needing to search for stations on smaller local roads. Staying alert through the curves is the best way to ensure a smooth transition from Philippi to Wheeling.
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.
You may only need one short stretch break if traffic stays light.
The halfway point lands around 51.9 miles from Philippi, WV, or about 1h 7m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 15.2 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 80 miles or 1h 39m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 51.9 miles or 1h 7m 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 45m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Wheeling, 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 103.8 miles and 2h 13m.
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.
You may only need one short stretch stop if conditions stay smooth.
The longest stretch is on Dragon Highway for about 15.2 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 51.9 mi from Philippi, WV · 1h 7m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
52 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 51.9 miles from Philippi, WV, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Wheeling, WV
The final approach into Wheeling, 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 Wheeling, 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
$16.23 one way
$32.46 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
36 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.34 | $17.75 | $35.50 |
| premium | $4.70 | $19.21 | $38.42 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $22.92 | $45.84 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$16
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$41–$66
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 36.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $11 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 31.1 | 0 | $10.90 | $4.98 |
| Efficient EV | 26 | 0 | $9.08 | $4.15 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 41.5 | 0 | $14.53 | $6.64 |
Gas CO2
36 kg
EV CO2
12 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.
Destination
Wheeling, WV
Evening in Wheeling on Tuesday
Local time
5:59 PM
EDT
Current temp
36°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
74°F
Newtown, PA
52 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
2 degrees cooler at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
2h 13m 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 Wheeling, WV covers 103.8 miles and takes about 2h 13m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Dragon Highway, Barbour County Highway, Cleveland Avenue. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 51.9 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 $16.23 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.
This is a demanding drive. With 21 significant decision points across 103.8 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: near the start (US 250 / North Main Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 30.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 32 miles (WV 273 / Fairmont Gateway Connector): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering.
On the drive from Philippi, WV to Wheeling, WV, road signs begin pointing toward Fairmont along the way.
Mostly flat terrain. The route ranges from 663 ft to 1,398 ft elevation with about 848 ft of total climbing.
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