Origin
Sharon, WV
Morning in Sharon on Wednesday
Local time
6:13 AM
EDT
Current temp
41°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Sharon, WV to Nitro, WV
Data updated 0 seconds ago
Drive Time
45m
Distance
35.8 mi
58 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$6
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 42m
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6 AM
0h 46m
8 AM
0h 53m
10 AM
0h 48m
12 PM
0h 48m
3 PM
0h 49m
5 PM
0h 53m
8 PM
0h 43m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Nitro, WV
Federated Art
Trip Overview
The drive from Sharon, WV to Nitro, WV covers 35.8 miles and takes about 45m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on West Virginia Turnpike, I 64, WV 25 for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 21.2 miles on West Virginia Turnpike. At current regular gas prices, budget about $5.60 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
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
17.9 miles from Sharon, WV
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 22m into the drive .
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Drive Character
This is a 45m highway drive covering 35.8 miles, with most of the trip on West Virginia Turnpike and I 64. The longest continuous stretch is about 21.2 miles on West Virginia Turnpike.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 11 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
West Virginia Turnpike is the longest continuous segment at about 21.2 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on West Virginia Turnpike and I 64. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 0.1 miles in near CR 79/13 / Sharon Hollow Road.
Route Complexity
4/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
This is a straightforward 45m drive. You will face about 6 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (CR 79/13 / Sharon Hollow Road): Navigation decision point; at 0.2 miles: Navigation decision point; at 21.5 miles (I 64): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 6 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
4
0.1 mi into trip
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~0m in
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CR 79/13 / Sharon Hollow Road
Turn left onto CR 79/13 / Sharon Hollow Road
Navigation decision point
5
0.2 mi into trip
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~0m in
Take the ramp
Navigation decision point
8
21.5 mi into trip
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~26m in
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I 64
Keep slight left at fork onto I 64 toward I 64 West: Huntington
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight left lane.
Exit 101
Toward I 64 West: Huntington
4
30.4 mi into trip
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~37m in
Take the exit toward WV 25: Institute
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Toward WV 25: Institute
5
30.8 mi into trip
|
~37m in
Keep slight right at fork toward WV 25: Institute
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Toward WV 25: Institute
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| West Virginia Turnpike | 21.2 mi | 25m |
| I 64 | 8.9 mi | 10m |
| WV 25 | 4.9 mi | 7m |
| Sharon Hollow Road | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| Cabin Creek Road | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| 2nd Avenue | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
West Virginia Turnpike
— 21.2 mi, about 25m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Sharon, WV and Nitro, WV.
1
Start on CR 79/3
343 ft
·
11 sec
·
Cabin Creek Road
2
Turn left onto CR 79/13
452 ft
·
18 sec
·
Sharon Hollow Road
3
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
28 sec
4
Merge onto I 64; I 77
21 mi
·
25 min
·
West Virginia Turnpike
5
Keep slight left at fork onto I 64
8.9 mi
·
10 min
·
I 64
Exit 101
Toward I 64 West: Huntington
Use the slight left lane.
6
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
48 sec
Toward WV 25: Institute
7
Keep slight right at fork
464 ft
·
11 sec
Toward WV 25: Institute
8
Turn straight onto WV 25
0.2 mi
·
18 sec
·
WV 25
9
Continue on WV 25
4.7 mi
·
7 min
·
WV 25
10
Turn slight right onto 2nd Avenue
73 ft
·
3 sec
·
2nd Avenue
11
Arrive at destination
2nd Avenue
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 17.9 miles from Sharon, WV, or about 22m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 21.2 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 35.8 miles or 45m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 17.9 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 37m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Nitro, WV than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Sharon, 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 Sharon, WV
This is one driving day of about 35.8 miles and 45m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Sharon, 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 West Virginia Turnpike for about 21.2 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 17.9 mi from Sharon, WV · 22m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
18 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
Arriving in Nitro, WV
The final approach into Nitro, 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 Nitro, 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
$5.60 one way
$11.20 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
13 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.34 | $6.12 | $12.24 |
| premium | $4.70 | $6.63 | $13.25 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $7.90 | $15.81 |
Estimated Tolls: $1.48
West Virginia Turnpike
(21.2 mi)
$1.48
Toll estimates based on average 2024-2025 rates. EZ-Pass/SunPass discounts may lower the actual cost.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$6
Tolls
$1
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$32–$57
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 12.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $4 in charging · 0 stops · 69% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 10.7 | 0 | $3.76 | $1.72 |
| Efficient EV | 9 | 0 | $3.13 | $1.43 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 14.3 | 0 | $5.01 | $2.29 |
Gas CO2
13 kg
EV CO2
4 kg (69% 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
Nitro, WV
Morning in Nitro on Wednesday
Local time
6:13 AM
EDT
Current temp
69°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
28 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
45m 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 Sharon, WV to Nitro, WV covers 35.8 miles and takes about 45m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are West Virginia Turnpike, I 64, WV 25. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 17.9 miles from Sharon, WV. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $5.60 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 straightforward 45m drive. You will face about 6 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (CR 79/13 / Sharon Hollow Road): Navigation decision point; at 0.2 miles: Navigation decision point; at 21.5 miles (I 64): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
The route from Sharon, WV to Nitro, WV does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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