Origin
Terra Alta, WV
Night in Terra Alta on Wednesday
Local time
9:01 PM
EDT
Current temp
46°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Terra Alta, WV to Weirton, WV
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
2h 27m
Distance
125.8 mi
203 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$20
one way
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
2h 17m
★
6 AM
2h 27m
8 AM
2h 47m
10 AM
2h 34m
12 PM
2h 32m
3 PM
2h 35m
5 PM
2h 46m
8 PM
2h 21m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Terra Alta, WV
Jason Sherrod
Weirton, WV
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Trip Overview
The drive from Terra Alta, WV to Weirton, WV covers 125.8 miles and takes about 2h 27m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on West State Avenue, State Route 7, Morgantown Street for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. At current regular gas prices, budget about $19.67 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
62.9 miles from Terra Alta, WV
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 13m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a 2h 27m drive with frequent turns across 125.8 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 23 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
West State 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 Terra Alta, WV to Weirton, WV is easy. At 2h 27m 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 Terra Alta, WV to Weirton, WV is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| West State Avenue | — | — |
| State Route 7 | — | — |
| Morgantown Street | — | — |
| Veterans Memorial Highway | — | — |
| Kingwood Pike | — | — |
| North Robert Stone Way | — | — |
| South Main Street | — | — |
| I-79 N | — | — |
Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.
Longest stretch:
West State Avenue
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Terra Alta, WV and Weirton, WV.
1
Start on North Main Street
26 ft
·
5 sec
·
North Main Street
2
Turn left onto West State Avenue
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
West State Avenue
3
Continue on State Route 7
9.3 mi
·
13 min
·
State Route 7
4
Continue on Morgantown Street
6.3 mi
·
9 min
·
Morgantown Street
5
Continue on Veterans Memorial Highway
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
Veterans Memorial Highway
6
Continue on Kingwood Pike
0.3 mi
·
27 sec
·
Kingwood Pike
7
Turn right onto North Robert Stone Way
0.5 mi
·
40 sec
·
North Robert Stone Way
8
Continue on Veterans Memorial Highway
2.1 mi
·
3 min
·
Veterans Memorial Highway
9
Continue on South Main Street
10 mi
·
16 min
·
South Main Street
10
Take the ramp right
0.3 mi
·
33 sec
11
Merge slight left
3.8 mi
·
4 min
12
Keep slight right to continue on I-79 N: Washington
0.6 mi
·
39 sec
·
I-79 N: Washington
13
Merge slight left onto Senator Jennings Randolph Highway
50 mi
·
55 min
·
Senator Jennings Randolph Highway
14
Take the exit slight right toward PA 18: Jefferson Avenue
0.3 mi
·
1 min
·
PA 18: Jefferson Avenue
15
Turn right onto East Wylie Avenue
0.1 mi
·
28 sec
·
East Wylie Avenue
16
Turn right onto Jefferson Avenue
1.5 mi
·
3 min
·
Jefferson Avenue
17
Continue on Washington Pike
8.0 mi
·
11 min
·
Washington Pike
18
Continue on East Main Street
1.1 mi
·
1 min
·
East Main Street
19
Continue on Washington Pike
10 mi
·
14 min
·
Washington Pike
20
Turn straight onto 10th Street
0.5 mi
·
48 sec
·
10th Street
21
Turn right onto Commerce Street
8.3 mi
·
11 min
·
Commerce Street
22
Keep slight right to continue on WV 2 North: Downtown Weirton
2.6 mi
·
5 min
·
WV 2 North: Downtown Weirton
23
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 62.9 miles from Terra Alta, WV, or about 1h 13m 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 28 miles or 32m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 62.9 miles or 1h 13m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 2h
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Weirton, WV than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Terra Alta, 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 Terra Alta, WV
This is one driving day of about 125.8 miles and 2h 27m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 28 miles from Terra Alta, WV.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 62.9 mi from Terra Alta, WV · 1h 13m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
63 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 28 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 62.9 miles from Terra Alta, WV, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Weirton, WV
The final approach into Weirton, 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, 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
$19.67 one way
$39.34 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
44 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.34 | $21.51 | $43.02 |
| premium | $4.70 | $23.28 | $46.57 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $27.78 | $55.55 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$20
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$45–$70
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 44 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $13 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 37.7 | 0 | $13.21 | $6.04 |
| Efficient EV | 31.5 | 0 | $11.01 | $5.03 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 50.3 | 0 | $17.61 | $8.05 |
Gas CO2
44 kg
EV CO2
15 kg (66% 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
Weirton, WV
Night in Weirton on Wednesday
Local time
9:01 PM
EDT
Current temp
70°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
24 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
2h 27m 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 Terra Alta, WV to Weirton, WV covers 125.8 miles and takes about 2h 27m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are West State Avenue, State Route 7, Morgantown Street. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 62.9 miles from Terra Alta, WV. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $19.67 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 Terra Alta, WV to Weirton, WV is easy. At 2h 27m 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 Terra Alta, WV to Weirton, WV is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Terra Alta, WV to Weirton, WV does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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