Origin
Poca, WV
Late night in Poca on Friday
Local time
1:48 AM
EDT
Current temp
48°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Poca, WV to Confidence, WV
Compiled by the Trip.ovh editorial team · Last recalculated Apr 17, 2026 · Methodology
Drive Time
21m
Distance
12.3 mi
20 km
Drive Score
5/10
Practical drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$2
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 20m
★
6 AM
0h 22m
8 AM
0h 25m
10 AM
0h 23m
12 PM
0h 23m
3 PM
0h 23m
5 PM
0h 25m
8 PM
0h 21m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Poca, WV
Wadolek
Confidence, WV
Miguel Del Angel Villegas
Trip Overview
The drive from Poca, WV to Confidence, WV covers 12.3 miles and takes about 21m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on Charleston Road, Mclane Pike, Antioch Road for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 7.3 miles on Charleston Road. At current regular gas prices, budget about $1.92 one way before food or hotel costs.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 21m. Total distance: 12.3 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
21m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (0%). Straightforward navigation.
Scenic Drive
Turn-heavy local drive route profile.
Drive Character
Expect a 21m drive with frequent turns across 12.3 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 4 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Charleston Road is the longest continuous segment at about 7.3 miles.
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. The trickiest moment comes around 7.3 miles in near WV 34 / Mclane Pike.
Driving Effort
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Poca, WV to Confidence, WV is easy. At 21m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 7.3 miles (WV 34 / Mclane Pike): Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach; at 12.3 miles (CR 34/9 / Antioch Road): Navigation decision point.
Critical Maneuvers
2 of 2 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
7.3 mi into trip
|
~13m in
|
WV 34 / Mclane Pike
Turn sharp right onto WV 34 / Mclane Pike
Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach
3
12.3 mi into trip
|
~21m in
|
CR 34/9 / Antioch Road
Turn right onto CR 34/9 / Antioch Road
Navigation decision point
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Charleston Road | 7.3 mi | 12m |
| Mclane Pike | 4.9 mi | 8m |
| Antioch Road | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Charleston Road
— 7.3 mi, about 12m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Poca, WV and Confidence, WV.
1
Start on WV 62
7.3 mi
·
12 min
·
Charleston Road
2
Turn sharp right onto WV 34
4.9 mi
·
8 min
·
Mclane Pike
3
Turn right onto CR 34/9
38 ft
·
1 sec
·
Antioch Road
4
Arrive at destination
CR 34/9
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$1.92 one way
$3.85 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
4 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.34 | $2.10 | $4.21 |
| premium | $4.70 | $2.28 | $4.55 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $2.72 | $5.43 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$2
Estimated CO2 emission: 4.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $1 in charging · 0 stops · 75% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 3.7 | 0 | $1.29 | $0.59 |
| Efficient EV | 3.1 | 0 | $1.08 | $0.49 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 4.9 | 0 | $1.72 | $0.79 |
Gas CO2
4 kg
EV CO2
1 kg (75% 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
Confidence, WV
Late night in Confidence on Friday
Local time
1:48 AM
EDT
Current temp
77°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
29 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
21m 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 Poca, WV to Confidence, WV covers 12.3 miles and takes about 21m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Charleston Road, Mclane Pike, Antioch Road. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 6.1 miles from Poca, WV. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $1.92 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.
The drive from Poca, WV to Confidence, WV is easy. At 21m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
The main spots that need attention: at 7.3 miles (WV 34 / Mclane Pike): Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach; at 12.3 miles (CR 34/9 / Antioch Road): Navigation decision point.
The route from Poca, WV to Confidence, WV does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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