Origin
Rainelle, WV
Evening in Rainelle on Tuesday
Local time
6:02 PM
EDT
Current temp
58°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Rainelle, WV to Weirton Heights, WV
Data updated 0 seconds ago
Drive Time
4h 47m
Distance
242.9 mi
391 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$38
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
4h 34m
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6 AM
4h 48m
8 AM
5h 15m
10 AM
4h 57m
12 PM
4h 55m
3 PM
4h 59m
5 PM
5h 13m
8 PM
4h 40m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Weirton Heights, WV
Federated Art
Trip Overview
Traveling from Rainelle to Weirton Heights covers 242.9 miles of West Virginia terrain, a journey that typically takes about 4 hours and 47 minutes. Since the entire route stays within the state, you can comfortably tackle this as a single-day trip without needing an overnight stay. You will primarily utilize the Senator Jennings Randolph Highway, US 19, and the Southern Beltway to make your way north. Budgeting approximately $39 for fuel should keep you covered for the duration of the trip. Overall, this drive offers a straightforward connection between two distinct points in the Southeast region, making it an efficient choice for those looking to reach their destination in one go.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is possible, but it will make for a full day on the road.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
Midpoint
121.5 miles from Rainelle, WV
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 23m into the drive .
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Drive Character
This trip features a mixed driving profile, balancing local roads with faster highway stretches. About 31% of your journey is spent on highways, providing a nice change of pace from the more rural sections. You should be prepared for a significant push during the first half of the trip, as the longest uninterrupted stretch spans 139.3 miles along the Senator Jennings Randolph Highway. Expect the road character to shift as you transition between these major arteries, moving from the more steady highway sections into varied roadway conditions. Staying alert is key, as the combination of different road types keeps the drive from feeling like a monotonous interstate grind.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 20 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Kanawha Avenue is one of the defining roads on this drive.
Elevation Profile
Gently rolling terrain
2,714 ft
955 ft
Total Climb
1,751 ft
Total Descent
2,943 ft
Highest Point
2,714 ft
~10.1 mi in
Elevation Range
1,759 ft
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way.
Route Complexity
3/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
This is a straightforward 4h 47m drive. You will face about 0 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Rainelle, WV to Weirton Heights, WV is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Kanawha Avenue | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| US 19 North | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| I 79 | 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 |
| Southern Beltway | Unavailable | Refreshing |
Per-road distance and duration are being refreshed from OSRM for this route.
Longest stretch:
Kanawha Avenue
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Rainelle, WV and Weirton Heights, WV.
1
Start on Maryland Avenue
23 ft
·
7 sec
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Maryland Avenue
2
Turn left onto Kanawha Avenue
12 mi
·
17 min
·
Kanawha Avenue
3
Continue straight
9.1 mi
·
13 min
4
Take the ramp right toward US 19 North: Summersville
0.4 mi
·
59 sec
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US 19 North: Summersville
5
Merge slight left
43 mi
·
51 min
6
Take the exit right toward I 79, US 19 North: Clarksburg
0.3 mi
·
36 sec
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I 79, US 19 North: Clarksburg
7
Merge slight left onto Senator Jennings Randolph Highway
139 mi
·
2 hr 31 min
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Senator Jennings Randolph Highway
8
Take the exit slight right toward I 79 North: Pittsburgh
11 mi
·
15 min
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I 79 North: Pittsburgh
9
Take the exit slight right toward PA Tpke 576 Toll West: Pittsburgh International Airport
0.2 mi
·
32 sec
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PA Tpke 576 Toll West: Pittsburgh International Airport
10
Continue on PA Tpke 576 West
0.4 mi
·
46 sec
·
PA Tpke 576 West
11
Continue on Southern Beltway
13 mi
·
13 min
·
Southern Beltway
12
Take the exit slight right toward US 22: Pittsburgh, Weirton
0.5 mi
·
1 min
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US 22: Pittsburgh, Weirton
13
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
14
Merge slight left
11 mi
·
15 min
15
Take the exit slight right toward WV 105: Colliers Way
0.2 mi
·
27 sec
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WV 105: Colliers Way
16
Keep slight right
161 ft
·
6 sec
17
Turn straight onto Colliers Way
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
Colliers Way
18
Turn left onto Pennsylvania Avenue
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
Pennsylvania Avenue
19
Keep slight right to continue on Pennsylvania Avenue
46 ft
·
1 sec
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Pennsylvania Avenue
20
Arrive at your destination
Trip Plan
To make the most of your 4-hour and 47-minute drive, try to depart early in the morning to avoid any potential congestion. Since the plan includes one recommended stop, use that break to stretch your legs and refresh before tackling the remaining miles. Keep a close eye on your fuel gauge, especially during that long 139.3-mile stretch on the Senator Jennings Randolph Highway where services may be spaced out. Because this is a manageable single-day trip, you have the flexibility to adjust your pace based on traffic or personal preference. Prioritize your comfort by planning your single stop around the midpoint to ensure you arrive in Weirton Heights feeling energized.
Morning Departure
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Evening Departure
A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 121.5 miles from Rainelle, WV, or about 2h 23m 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 34m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 121.5 miles or 2h 23m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 3h 55m
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 Rainelle, 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 Rainelle, WV
This is one driving day of about 242.9 miles and 4h 47m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Rainelle, 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 121.5 mi from Rainelle, WV · 2h 23m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
121 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 121.5 miles from Rainelle, 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
$37.98 one way
$75.97 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
85 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.34 | $41.53 | $83.06 |
| premium | $4.70 | $44.96 | $89.91 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $53.63 | $107.26 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$38
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$63–$88
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 85 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $26 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 72.9 | 0 | $25.50 | $11.66 |
| Efficient EV | 60.7 | 0 | $21.25 | $9.72 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 97.2 | 1 | $34.01 | $15.55 |
Gas CO2
85 kg
EV CO2
28 kg (67% less)
Plan for 0 charging stops, roughly every 270 miles. Allow 25-40 minutes per stop at a DC fast charger.
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
6:02 PM
EDT
Current temp
42°F
Partly Cloudy
NE 5 mph
2% chance
Live forecast
74°F
Newtown, PA
121 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
16 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
4h 47m on the road
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Rainelle, WV to Weirton Heights, WV covers 242.9 miles and takes about 4h 47m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Kanawha Avenue, US 19 North, I 79. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 121.5 miles from Rainelle, WV. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $37.98 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left. A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
Plan about 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, or rest. Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
This is a straightforward 4h 47m drive. You will face about 0 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Rainelle, WV to Weirton Heights, WV is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Rainelle, WV to Weirton Heights, WV does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
Gently rolling terrain. The route ranges from 955 ft to 2,714 ft elevation with about 1,751 ft of total climbing.
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