Origin
Weirton Heights, WV
Late night in Weirton Heights on Friday
Local time
5:40 AM
EDT
Current temp
69°F
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Live forecast
Trip from Weirton Heights, WV to Westover, WV
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 17, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 45m
Distance
85 mi
137 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$13
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 38m
★
6 AM
1h 46m
8 AM
2h 1m
10 AM
1h 51m
12 PM
1h 50m
3 PM
1h 52m
5 PM
2h 1m
8 PM
1h 41m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Weirton Heights, WV
Federated Art
Westover, WV
Jason Sherrod
Trip Overview
The drive from Weirton Heights, WV to Westover, WV covers 85 miles and takes about 1h 45m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on I 79, Southern Beltway, Raymond P Shafer Highway for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 42.2 miles on I 79. At current regular gas prices, budget about $13.29 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.
Midpoint
42.5 miles from Weirton Heights, WV
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 57m into the drive .
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 45m. Total distance: 85 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 45m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (63%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Drive Character
This is a 1h 45m highway drive covering 85 miles, with most of the trip on I 79 and Southern Beltway. The longest continuous stretch is about 42.2 miles on I 79.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 16 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
I 79 is the longest continuous segment at about 42.2 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 79 and Southern Beltway. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 1.7 miles in.
Driving Effort
9/10
Demanding - stay alert through the decision-heavy sections
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 85 miles you will encounter 13 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 1.7 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 13.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 13.6 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 13 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
6
1.7 mi into trip
|
~3m in
Take the ramp
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
7
13.3 mi into trip
|
~19m in
Take the exit toward PA Turnpike 576 West: Washington Pennsylvania, Airport
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Toward PA Turnpike 576 West: Washington Pennsyl...
5
13.6 mi into trip
|
~20m in
Keep slight right at fork toward PA Tpke 576 East: Washington Pennsylvania
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Toward PA Tpke 576 East: Washington Pennsylvani...
8
38.1 mi into trip
|
~51m in
|
I 79
Keep slight left at fork onto I 79 toward I 70 East, I 79 South: New Stanton, Morgantown
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight left lane.
Toward I 70 East, I 79 South: New Stanton, Morg...
8
41.6 mi into trip
|
~56m in
|
I 79
Take the exit onto I 79 toward I 79 south: Waynesburg, Morgantown
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 21
Toward I 79 south: Waynesburg, Morgantown
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Weirton Heights, WV and Westover, WV, road signs point toward Pa Turnpike 576 West: Washington Pennsylvania, Airport, Pa Tpke 576 East: Washington Pennsylvania and Morgantown.
Pa Turnpike 576 West: Washington Pennsylvania
13.3 mi in
|
~19m
Airport
13.3 mi in
|
~19m
Pa Tpke 576 East: Washington Pennsylvania
13.6 mi in
|
~20m
Morgantown
38.1 mi in
|
~51m
|
via I 79
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 79 | 42.2 mi | 46m |
| Southern Beltway | 11.7 mi | 12m |
| Raymond P Shafer Highway | 11.6 mi | 15m |
| US 22 | 11.3 mi | 15m |
| Dwight D Eisenhower Highway | 3 mi | 4m |
| Fairmont Road | 1.4 mi | 3m |
| Pennsylvania Avenue | 1 mi | 1m |
| Colliers Way | 0.7 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
I 79
— 42.2 mi, about 46m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Weirton Heights, WV and Westover, WV.
1
Start on WV 105
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
Pennsylvania Avenue
2
Turn right onto WV 105
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Colliers Way
3
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
35 sec
Use the left lane.
4
Merge onto US 22
11 mi
·
15 min
·
US 22
5
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
50 sec
Toward PA Turnpike 576 West: Washington Pennsylvania, Airport
Use the slight right lane.
6
Keep slight right at fork
0.4 mi
·
53 sec
Toward PA Tpke 576 East: Washington Pennsylvania
7
Merge onto PA Tpke 576
12 mi
·
12 min
·
Southern Beltway
8
Take the exit
0.9 mi
·
1 min
Toward I 79 South: Washington
9
Merge onto I 79
12 mi
·
15 min
·
Raymond P Shafer Highway
10
Keep slight left at fork onto I 79
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
I 79
Toward I 70 East, I 79 South: New Stanton, Morgantown
Use the slight left lane.
11
Merge onto I 70; I 79
3.0 mi
·
4 min
·
Dwight D Eisenhower Highway
12
Take the exit onto I 79
42 mi
·
45 min
·
I 79
Exit 21
Toward I 79 south: Waynesburg, Morgantown
Use the slight right lane.
13
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
53 sec
Toward Westover
14
Turn left onto US 19
1.4 mi
·
3 min
·
Fairmont Road
15
Turn right
24 ft
·
1 sec
16
Arrive at 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 42.5 miles from Weirton Heights, WV, or about 57m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 42.2 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 19 miles or 26m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 42.5 miles or 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 1h 29m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Westover, WV than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
Open the route before leaving Weirton Heights, WV so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Weirton Heights, WV
This is one driving day of about 85 miles and 1h 45m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 19 miles from Weirton Heights, WV.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on I 79 for about 42.2 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 42.5 mi from Weirton Heights, WV · 57m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
43 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 19 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 42.5 miles from Weirton Heights, WV, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Westover, WV
The final approach into Westover, WV usually feels slower than the middle of the drive, so avoid planning your tightest schedule at the very end.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$13.29 one way
$26.58 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
30 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.34 | $14.53 | $29.07 |
| premium | $4.70 | $15.73 | $31.46 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $18.77 | $37.53 |
Estimated Tolls: $0.82
Southern Beltway
(11.7 mi)
$0.82
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
$13
Tolls
$1
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$39–$64
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 29.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $9 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 25.5 | 0 | $8.92 | $4.08 |
| Efficient EV | 21.3 | 0 | $7.44 | $3.40 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 34 | 0 | $11.90 | $5.44 |
Gas CO2
30 kg
EV CO2
10 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
Westover, WV
Late night in Westover on Friday
Local time
5:40 AM
EDT
Current temp
62°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
69°F
Buffalo, PA
43 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
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
1h 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 Weirton Heights, WV to Westover, WV covers 85 miles and takes about 1h 45m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 79, Southern Beltway, Raymond P Shafer Highway. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 42.5 miles from Weirton Heights, WV. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $13.29 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 drive requires moderate attention. Across 85 miles you will encounter 13 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
The main spots that need attention: at 1.7 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 13.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 13.6 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully.
Between Weirton Heights, WV and Westover, WV, road signs point toward Pa Turnpike 576 West: Washington Pennsylvania, Airport, Pa Tpke 576 East: Washington Pennsylvania and Morgantown.
How this page is built
Compiled and maintained by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy (Helsinki). Each route is built from authoritative open government and mapping datasets rather than crowdsourced reviews. Distances and geometry come from OSRM over OpenStreetMap. Fuel cost uses EIA weekly regional averages. Pages are published only after passing our data-quality checks; our methodology page documents refresh cadence, editorial standards, and known limitations.
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