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Drive Time
2h 7m
Distance
104.2 mi
168 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$16
one way
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Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Weirton Heights, WV
Federated Art
Barrackville, WV
Lexa Shep
If you are planning to travel from Weirton Heights to Barrackville, expect a straightforward journey covering 104.2 miles. You can comfortably complete this trip in about 2 hours and 7 minutes, making it an ideal day trip that doesn't require an overnight stay. Your route utilizes a combination of the Southern Beltway, the Raymond P. Shafer Highway, and I-79 to navigate through the state. Budgeting around $17 for fuel should cover your primary transit costs for this one-way drive. Since both locations are situated within the Southeast region of West Virginia, you will find a consistent atmosphere throughout the transit. This is a practical, efficient path for travelers looking to move between these two points with minimal fuss.
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
52.1 miles from Weirton Heights, WV
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 7m into the drive .
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This trip is heavily focused on highway travel, with 67% of your time spent on major thoroughfares. You will experience a mix of fast-paced interstate driving and connecting highway segments that keep the momentum steady. The longest uninterrupted stretch you will encounter is a 58.8-mile run on I-79, which allows for consistent cruising. Because the route relies so heavily on primary roads, it offers a predictable driving experience rather than a winding backroads adventure. Be prepared for a functional, high-speed transit that prioritizes efficiency over technical, low-speed maneuvering.
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.
High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day
This is a demanding drive. With 17 significant decision points across 104.2 miles, you will need to stay alert — especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.
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.
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
Take the ramp
Lane positioning matters here
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
Keep slight right at fork toward PA Tpke 576 East: Washington Pennsylvania
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
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
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
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Weirton Heights, WV and Barrackville, 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
Airport
Pa Tpke 576 East: Washington Pennsylvania
Morgantown
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 79 | 58.8 mi | 1h 4m |
| 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 |
| Cleveland Avenue | 1.7 mi | 1m |
| Pennsylvania Avenue | 1 mi | 1m |
| Fairmont Gateway Connector | 0.8 mi | 1m |
Step-by-step road directions between Weirton Heights, WV and Barrackville, WV.
Start on WV 105
Turn right onto WV 105
Take the ramp
Merge onto US 22
Take the exit
Keep slight right at fork
Merge onto PA Tpke 576
Take the exit
Merge onto I 79
Keep slight left at fork onto I 79
Merge onto I 70; I 79
Take the exit onto I 79
Take the exit
Turn left onto WV 273
Enter roundabout onto WV 273
Continue on WV 273
Enter roundabout onto WV 273
Continue on WV 273
Continue on Jefferson Street
Turn left onto US 19
Turn right onto US 250
Turn right onto CR 250/32
Continue on CR 250/32
Arrive at destination
Because this is a relatively short drive, you have plenty of flexibility to plan your departure time based on your personal schedule. With no mandatory stops required to reach your destination, you can easily power through the 2-hour-and-7-minute trip in one go. If you prefer to break up the drive, consider timing your transit to avoid peak congestion on the heavier traffic segments of I-79. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge before you hit the longer stretches, as the $17 estimate is based on typical consumption rates for this distance. Since your route is entirely within West Virginia, you won't need to worry about changing road regulations or regional driving customs as you travel south.
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.
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 37m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 52.1 miles or 1h 7m 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 43m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Barrackville, WV than in the middle of the route.
Open the route before leaving Weirton Heights, WV so your first major turns are already loaded.
Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
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 Weirton Heights, WV
This is one driving day of about 104.2 miles and 2h 7m.
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 52.1 mi from Weirton Heights, WV · 1h 7m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
52 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.
Municipality of Bethel Park, PA
Fuel and coffeeA short stop after about 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 52.1 miles from Weirton Heights, WV, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
The final approach into Barrackville, 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 Barrackville, WV.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Regular Gas
$16.29 one way
$32.59 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.34 | $17.82 | $35.63 |
| premium | $4.70 | $19.29 | $38.57 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $23.01 | $46.01 |
Estimated Tolls: $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
$16
Tolls
$1
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$42–$67
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 36.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $11 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 31.3 | 0 | $10.94 | $5.00 |
| Efficient EV | 26.1 | 0 | $9.12 | $4.17 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 41.7 | 0 | $14.59 | $6.67 |
Gas CO2
36 kg
EV CO2
12 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.
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Origin
Afternoon in Weirton Heights on Tuesday
Local time
4:37 PM
EDT
Current temp
42°F
Partly Cloudy
Destination
Afternoon in Barrackville on Tuesday
Local time
4:37 PM
EDT
Current temp
43°F
Partly Cloudy
52°F
Mina, NY
52 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
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
The weather snapshot is not static. If you are leaving later, give both cities one more quick forecast check before departure.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
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