Origin
Shepherdstown, WV
Evening in Shepherdstown on Tuesday
Local time
6:02 PM
EDT
Current temp
65°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Shepherdstown, WV to Weirton Heights, WV
Data updated 0 seconds ago
Drive Time
3h 54m
Distance
222.4 mi
358 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$35
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
3h 42m
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6 AM
3h 55m
8 AM
4h 20m
10 AM
4h 4m
12 PM
4h 1m
3 PM
4h 5m
5 PM
4h 19m
8 PM
3h 47m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
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Weirton Heights, WV
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Trip Overview
This 222.4-mile drive from Shepherdstown, WV, to Weirton Heights, WV, will take you approximately 3 hours and 54 minutes. It's a straightforward, one-day trip, perfect for a single day of travel. The route sticks to local roads like North Duke Street, Shepherdstown Pike, and West Main Street, with no highway driving involved, suggesting a more intimate journey through West Virginia's Southeast region. You can expect a fuel cost of around $36 for this excursion. With only one recommended stop, it's designed for efficient travel, making it an accessible option for most drivers.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
111.2 miles from Shepherdstown, WV
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 57m into the drive .
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Drive Character
Expect a turn-heavy local drive for the entirety of this 222.4-mile journey, as the highway share is a solid 0%. You won't encounter any long, monotonous stretches of interstate here. Instead, prepare for a more engaging experience navigating through communities and varied terrain. The absence of a longest uninterrupted stretch indicates frequent intersections and changes in direction, requiring your attention throughout the 3-hour and 54-minute estimated travel time. This route is all about the local roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 26 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
North Duke Street 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. 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 3h 54m 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 Shepherdstown, WV to Weirton Heights, WV is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| North Duke Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Shepherdstown Pike | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| West Main Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| North Church Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Sharpsburg Pike | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Dwight D Eisenhower Highway | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| I 70 | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Lincoln Highway | Unavailable | Refreshing |
Per-road distance and duration are being refreshed from OSRM for this route.
Longest stretch:
North Duke Street
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Shepherdstown, WV and Weirton Heights, WV.
1
Start on East German Street
0.3 mi
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56 sec
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East German Street
2
Turn right onto North Duke Street
0.4 mi
·
1 min
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North Duke Street
3
Continue on Shepherdstown Pike
2.9 mi
·
4 min
·
Shepherdstown Pike
4
Continue on West Main Street
0.6 mi
·
1 min
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West Main Street
5
Turn left onto North Church Street
0.1 mi
·
13 sec
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North Church Street
6
Continue on Sharpsburg Pike
11 mi
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16 min
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Sharpsburg Pike
7
Turn left
0.4 mi
·
49 sec
8
Merge slight left onto Dwight D Eisenhower Highway
20 mi
·
21 min
·
Dwight D Eisenhower Highway
9
Continue on I 70, US 40 (Dwight D Eisenhower Highway)
3.1 mi
·
3 min
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I 70, US 40 (Dwight D Eisenhower Highway)
10
Continue on Dwight D Eisenhower Highway
5.0 mi
·
5 min
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Dwight D Eisenhower Highway
11
Keep slight right to continue on Dwight D Eisenhower Highway
24 mi
·
32 min
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Dwight D Eisenhower Highway
12
Merge slight left onto Lincoln Highway
0.2 mi
·
21 sec
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Lincoln Highway
13
Take the exit slight right toward I 70, PATP: Pittsburgh, Harrisburg
1.6 mi
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2 min
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I 70, PATP: Pittsburgh, Harrisburg
14
Keep slight right to continue on I 70 West, I 76 West: Pittsburgh
0.4 mi
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47 sec
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I 70 West, I 76 West: Pittsburgh
15
Merge slight left onto Pennsylvania Turnpike
105 mi
·
1 hr 54 min
·
Pennsylvania Turnpike
16
Take the exit slight right toward I 376 West, US 22: Pittsburgh, Monroeville
0.6 mi
·
2 min
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I 376 West, US 22: Pittsburgh, Monroeville
17
Keep slight left to continue on US 22 Business, I 376 West, US 22 West: Monroeville, Pittsburgh
0.2 mi
·
23 sec
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US 22 Business, I 376 West, US 22 West: Monroeville, Pittsburgh
18
Keep slight right to continue on I 376 West, US 22 West: Pittsburgh
354 ft
·
9 sec
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I 376 West, US 22 West: Pittsburgh
19
Merge slight right onto Penn-Lincoln Parkway East
24 mi
·
33 min
·
Penn-Lincoln Parkway East
20
Take the exit slight right toward US 22 West, US 30 West: Weirton
20 mi
·
28 min
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US 22 West, US 30 West: Weirton
21
Take the exit slight right toward WV 105: Colliers Way
0.2 mi
·
27 sec
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WV 105: Colliers Way
22
Keep slight right
161 ft
·
6 sec
23
Turn straight onto Colliers Way
0.5 mi
·
1 min
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Colliers Way
24
Turn left onto Pennsylvania Avenue
1.0 mi
·
1 min
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Pennsylvania Avenue
25
Keep slight right to continue on Pennsylvania Avenue
46 ft
·
1 sec
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Pennsylvania Avenue
26
Arrive at your destination
Trip Plan
For this 3-hour and 54-minute drive, consider an early morning departure to maximize your daylight hours and minimize traffic, especially on local roads. Since this is a single-day trip covering 222.4 miles with a fuel cost estimate of $36, you have plenty of flexibility with your timing. Plan for one stop to break up the journey, perhaps mid-way through. Keep an eye out for frequent turns as indicated by the 'turn-heavy' profile; relying on GPS will be essential to navigate the series of local roads like Shepherdstown Pike efficiently.
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 111.2 miles from Shepherdstown, WV, or about 1h 57m 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 24m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 111.2 miles or 1h 57m 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 12m
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 Shepherdstown, 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 Shepherdstown, WV
This is one driving day of about 222.4 miles and 3h 54m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Shepherdstown, 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 111.2 mi from Shepherdstown, WV · 1h 57m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
111 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 111.2 miles from Shepherdstown, 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
$34.78 one way
$69.56 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
78 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.34 | $38.03 | $76.05 |
| premium | $4.70 | $41.16 | $82.32 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $49.10 | $98.21 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$35
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$60–$85
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 77.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $23 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 66.7 | 0 | $23.35 | $10.68 |
| Efficient EV | 55.6 | 0 | $19.46 | $8.90 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 89 | 1 | $31.14 | $14.23 |
Gas CO2
78 kg
EV CO2
26 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
58°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
7 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
3h 54m 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 Shepherdstown, WV to Weirton Heights, WV covers 222.4 miles and takes about 3h 54m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are North Duke Street, Shepherdstown Pike, West Main Street. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 111.2 miles from Shepherdstown, WV. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $34.78 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. A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
This is a straightforward 3h 54m 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 Shepherdstown, WV to Weirton Heights, WV is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Shepherdstown, WV to Weirton Heights, WV does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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