Origin
Weirton Heights, WV
Afternoon in Weirton Heights on Saturday
Local time
2:55 PM
EDT
Current temp
69°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Weirton Heights, WV to Charles Town, WV
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 18, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
4h 49m
Distance
236.8 mi
381 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$37
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
4h 36m
★
6 AM
4h 50m
8 AM
5h 17m
10 AM
4h 59m
12 PM
4h 57m
3 PM
5h 1m
5 PM
5h 16m
8 PM
4h 42m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Weirton Heights, WV
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Charles Town, WV
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Trip Overview
The drive from Weirton Heights, WV to Charles Town, WV covers 236.8 miles and takes about 4h 49m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on Pennsylvania Turnpike, Dwight D Eisenhower Highway, US 22 for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 105 miles on Pennsylvania Turnpike. At current regular gas prices, budget about $37.03 one way before food or hotel costs.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is possible, but it will make for a full day on the road.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
Midpoint
118.4 miles from Weirton Heights, WV
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 26m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Pennsylvania Turnpike | 105 mi | 1h 54m |
| Dwight D Eisenhower Highway | 44.2 mi | 54m |
| US 22 | 20 mi | 27m |
| Maryland Veterans Memorial Highway | 17.2 mi | 18m |
| Penn-Lincoln Parkway East | 14.5 mi | 20m |
| Route 9 Bypass | 10 mi | 11m |
| I 70, US 40 (Dwight D Eisenhower Highway) | 3.3 mi | 3m |
| North Mildred Street | 2.7 mi | 4m |
Longest stretch:
Pennsylvania Turnpike
— 105 mi, about 1h 54m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Weirton Heights, WV and Charles Town, 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
20 mi
·
27 min
·
US 22
5
Continue on PA 60; Orange Belt
358 ft
·
9 sec
·
Steubenville Pike
6
Take the exit
9.9 mi
·
14 min
Toward I 376 East: Pittsburgh
Use the slight right lane.
7
Keep slight right at fork onto I 376; US 22; US 30
15 mi
·
20 min
·
Penn-Lincoln Parkway East
Toward I 376 East: Monroeville
Use the straight / slight left lanes.
8
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
1 min
Exit 85
Toward I 76, PATP: Ohio, Harrisburg
9
Continue on this road
0.2 mi
·
30 sec
·
this road
Use the straight lane.
10
Keep slight right at fork
0.2 mi
·
29 sec
Toward I 76 East: Harrisburg
Use the slight right lane.
11
Merge onto I 76; PATP
105 mi
·
1 hr 54 min
·
Pennsylvania Turnpike
12
Take the exit onto I 70
1.9 mi
·
3 min
·
I 70
Toward US 30: Breezewood, Baltimore, Washington DC
Use the slight right lane.
13
Keep slight left at fork onto I 70
0.3 mi
·
1 min
·
I 70
Toward US 30 West, To I 70 East: Breezewood, Baltimore
14
Merge onto I 70; US 30
0.3 mi
·
42 sec
·
Lincoln Highway
15
Turn left onto I 70
23 mi
·
31 min
·
Dwight D Eisenhower Highway
Toward I 70 East: Baltimore, Washington DC
16
Continue on I 70; US 522
0.7 mi
·
46 sec
·
Dwight David Eisenhower Highway
17
Keep slight right at fork onto I 70
0.4 mi
·
25 sec
·
Dwight David Eisenhower Highway
18
Continue on I 70; US 40
4.7 mi
·
5 min
·
Dwight D Eisenhower Highway
19
Continue on I 70; US 40
3.3 mi
·
3 min
·
I 70, US 40 (Dwight D Eisenhower Highway)
20
Continue on I 70
16 mi
·
17 min
·
Dwight D Eisenhower Highway
21
Take the exit
0.1 mi
·
15 sec
Exit 26
Toward I 81: Roanoke, Harrisburg
Use the slight right lane.
22
Keep slight right at fork
0.5 mi
·
53 sec
Toward I 81 South: Roanoke
Use the slight right lane.
23
Merge onto I 81
17 mi
·
18 min
·
Maryland Veterans Memorial Highway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
24
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
49 sec
Toward WV 45: Charles Town, Shepherdstown
25
Turn sharp left onto WV 45
1.9 mi
·
3 min
·
Apple Harvest Drive
Use the straight lane.
26
Continue on WV 9
10.0 mi
·
11 min
·
Route 9 Bypass
27
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
39 sec
28
Turn right onto WV 115
485 ft
·
13 sec
·
Currie Road
29
Turn left onto WV 115
2.7 mi
·
4 min
·
North Mildred Street
30
Enter roundabout onto WV 115
164 ft
·
3 sec
·
South Fairfax Boulevard
31
Continue on WV 115
0.2 mi
·
17 sec
·
South Fairfax Boulevard
32
Continue on WV 115
0.3 mi
·
28 sec
·
North George Street
33
Arrive at destination
WV 115
Trip Plan
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 118.4 miles from Weirton Heights, WV, or about 2h 26m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 105 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 52 miles or 1h 13m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 118.4 miles or 2h 26m 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 58m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Charles Town, WV than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Weirton Heights, 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 Weirton Heights, WV
This is one driving day of about 236.8 miles and 4h 49m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 52 miles from Weirton Heights, 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.
The longest stretch is on Pennsylvania Turnpike for about 105 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
118 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 52 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 118.4 miles from Weirton Heights, WV, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 245 decision points cluster between mile 22 and 203.2 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
7
22 mi into trip
|
~31m in
Take the exit toward I 376 East: Pittsburgh
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Toward I 376 East: Pittsburgh
7
32 mi into trip
|
~45m in
|
I 376; US 22; US 30 / Penn-Lincoln Parkway East
Keep slight right at fork onto I 376; US 22; US 30 / Penn-Lincoln Parkway East toward I 376 East: Monroeville
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight left lanes.
Toward I 376 East: Monroeville
8
46.9 mi into trip
|
~1h 7m in
Keep slight right at fork toward I 76 East: Harrisburg
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Toward I 76 East: Harrisburg
7
152 mi into trip
|
~3h 3m in
|
I 70
Take the exit onto I 70 toward US 30: Breezewood, Baltimore, Washington DC
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 US 30: Breezewood, Baltimore, Washington...
8
203.2 mi into trip
|
~4h 7m in
Take the exit toward I 81: Roanoke, Harrisburg
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 26
Toward I 81: Roanoke, Harrisburg
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$37.03 one way
$74.06 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
83 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.34 | $40.49 | $80.98 |
| premium | $4.70 | $43.83 | $87.65 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $52.28 | $104.56 |
Estimated Tolls: $13.65
Pennsylvania Turnpike
(105 mi)
$13.65
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
$37
Tolls
$14
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$76–$101
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 82.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $25 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 71 | 0 | $24.86 | $11.37 |
| Efficient EV | 59.2 | 0 | $20.72 | $9.47 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 94.7 | 1 | $33.15 | $15.16 |
Gas CO2
83 kg
EV CO2
28 kg (66% 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
Charles Town, WV
Afternoon in Charles Town on Saturday
Local time
2:55 PM
EDT
Current temp
54°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
69°F
Cumberland, MD
118 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
15 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
4h 49m on the road
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
National Parks Near This Route
Worth a detour if your schedule allows.
Harpers Ferry National Historical Park
National Historical Park
At the confluence of the Shenandoah and Potomac rivers, on the ancestral home of the Tuscarora and Shawnee people, lies Harpers Ferry. Here you can explore John Brown's Raid against slavery. Find your...
7 mi from route
~17 min detour
$20
near mile 236.8
Park Closure: Annual Closure to Protect Nesting Peregrine Falcons
Caution: Construction work at entrance to Visitor Center parking lot
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
What kind of drive is this?
This is a 4h 49m highway drive covering 236.8 miles, with most of the trip on Pennsylvania Turnpike and Dwight D Eisenhower Highway. The longest continuous stretch is about 105 miles on Pennsylvania Turnpike.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 33 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Pennsylvania Turnpike is the longest continuous segment at about 105 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
10/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Pennsylvania Turnpike and Dwight D Eisenhower Highway. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 22 miles in.
Driving Effort
10/10
High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 24 significant decision points across 236.8 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 22 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 32 miles (I 376; US 22; US 30 / Penn-Lincoln Parkway East): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 46.9 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
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 Charles Town, WV, road signs point toward Patp: Ohio, Harrisburg, Baltimore, Washington, To I 70 East: Breezewood and Shepherdstown.
Patp: Ohio
46.5 mi in
|
~1h 5m
Harrisburg
46.5 mi in
|
~1h 5m
Baltimore
152 mi in
|
~3h 3m
|
via I 70
Washington
152 mi in
|
~3h 3m
|
via I 70
To I 70 East: Breezewood
153.9 mi in
|
~3h 6m
|
via I 70
Shepherdstown
221 mi in
|
~4h 27m
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 4h 49m. Total distance: 236.8 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
4h 49m drive, comfortable solo distance.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Weirton Heights, WV to Charles Town, WV covers 236.8 miles and takes about 4h 49m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Pennsylvania Turnpike, Dwight D Eisenhower Highway, US 22. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 118.4 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 $37.03 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. Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
This is a demanding drive. With 24 significant decision points across 236.8 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.
The main spots that need attention: at 22 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 32 miles (I 376; US 22; US 30 / Penn-Lincoln Parkway East): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 46.9 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Between Weirton Heights, WV and Charles Town, WV, road signs point toward Patp: Ohio, Harrisburg, Baltimore, Washington, To I 70 East: Breezewood and Shepherdstown.
How this page is built
Compiled by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, EIA for fuel prices, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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