Origin
Saint Albans, WV
Afternoon in Saint Albans on Wednesday
Local time
4:22 PM
EDT
Current temp
70°F
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Live forecast
Trip from Saint Albans, WV to Sharon, WV
Last recalculated Apr 15, 2026
Drive Time
44m
Distance
34.5 mi
55 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$5
one way
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 41m
★
6 AM
0h 45m
8 AM
0h 52m
10 AM
0h 47m
12 PM
0h 47m
3 PM
0h 48m
5 PM
0h 52m
8 PM
0h 43m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Saint Albans, WV
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Trip Overview
The drive from Saint Albans, WV to Sharon, WV covers 34.5 miles and takes about 44m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on 6th Avenue, 3rd Street, The New Saint Albans-Nitro Bridge for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. At current regular gas prices, budget about $5.40 one way before food or hotel costs.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
0 planned breaks
This drive is short enough that no stops are needed.
Midpoint
17.2 miles from Saint Albans, WV
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 22m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a 44m drive with frequent turns across 34.5 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 14 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
6th Avenue is one of the defining roads on this drive.
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 Saint Albans, WV to Sharon, WV is easy. At 44m 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 Saint Albans, WV to Sharon, WV is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| 6th Avenue | — | — |
| 3rd Street | — | — |
| The New Saint Albans-Nitro Bridge | — | — |
| Center Street | — | — |
| 1st Avenue South | — | — |
| CR 79 | — | — |
| Sharon Hollow Road | — | — |
| Cabin Creek Road | — | — |
Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.
Longest stretch:
6th Avenue
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Saint Albans, WV and Sharon, WV.
1
Start on Pennsylvania Avenue
312 ft
·
10 sec
·
Pennsylvania Avenue
2
Turn right onto 6th Avenue
354 ft
·
19 sec
·
6th Avenue
3
Turn left onto 3rd Street
0.3 mi
·
43 sec
·
3rd Street
4
Continue on The New Saint Albans-Nitro Bridge
0.2 mi
·
40 sec
·
The New Saint Albans-Nitro Bridge
5
Continue on Center Street
479 ft
·
16 sec
·
Center Street
6
Turn right onto 1st Avenue South
3.1 mi
·
4 min
·
1st Avenue South
7
Continue straight
0.1 mi
·
10 sec
8
Take the ramp slight right
0.3 mi
·
32 sec
9
Keep slight right
0.3 mi
·
36 sec
10
Merge slight left
30 mi
·
35 min
11
Take the exit slight right toward CR 79/3: Sharon
0.2 mi
·
36 sec
·
CR 79/3: Sharon
12
Turn right onto Sharon Hollow Road
174 ft
·
5 sec
·
Sharon Hollow Road
13
Turn right onto Cabin Creek Road
344 ft
·
10 sec
·
Cabin Creek Road
14
Arrive at your destination
Trip Plan
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 17.2 miles from Saint Albans, WV, or about 22m 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 34.5 miles or 44m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 17.2 miles or 22m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 38m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Sharon, WV than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Have your navigation ready before leaving Saint Albans, WV.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Saint Albans, WV
This is one driving day of about 34.5 miles and 44m.
At 34.5 miles this is a quick drive — no planned stops needed.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 17.2 mi from Saint Albans, WV · 22m into the drive
Pacing Suggestions
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 34.5 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 17.2 miles from Saint Albans, WV, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Sharon, WV
Allow a few extra minutes for the final approach into Sharon, WV if you are unfamiliar with the area.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$5.40 one way
$10.79 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
12 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.34 | $5.90 | $11.80 |
| premium | $4.70 | $6.39 | $12.77 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $7.62 | $15.23 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$5
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$30–$55
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 12.1 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $4 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 10.4 | 0 | $3.62 | $1.66 |
| Efficient EV | 8.6 | 0 | $3.02 | $1.38 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 13.8 | 0 | $4.83 | $2.21 |
Gas CO2
12 kg
EV CO2
4 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
Sharon, WV
Afternoon in Sharon on Wednesday
Local time
4:22 PM
EDT
Current temp
41°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 cooler at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
44m 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 Saint Albans, WV to Sharon, WV covers 34.5 miles and takes about 44m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are 6th Avenue, 3rd Street, The New Saint Albans-Nitro Bridge. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 17.2 miles from Saint Albans, WV. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $5.40 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 Saint Albans, WV to Sharon, WV is easy. At 44m 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 Saint Albans, WV to Sharon, WV is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Saint Albans, WV to Sharon, WV does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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