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Trip from Weirton Heights, WV to Hinton, WV

Data updated 2 hours ago

Drive Time

5h 33m

Distance

279.2 mi

449 km

Drive Score

9/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$44

one way

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Best Time to Leave

Save up to 40 min
4 AM
5h 20m ★
6 AM
5h 33m
8 AM
6h 0m
10 AM
5h 43m
12 PM
5h 40m
3 PM
5h 44m
5 PM
5h 59m
8 PM
5h 25m

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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city in Summers County, West Virginia, United States

Hinton, WV

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Trip Overview

Traveling from Weirton Heights to Hinton covers 279.2 miles across West Virginia, typically taking 5 hours and 33 minutes of pure driving time. Because this journey is entirely contained within the state, you can comfortably complete the trip in a single day, though you should budget approximately $45 for fuel. The route relies on a combination of I-79, US-19, and I-64 to bridge the distance between the northern and southern parts of the state. It is a straightforward, highway-focused drive that serves as an efficient way to traverse the region. Given the travel time, it works well as a direct transit route, providing you with a reliable path to your destination without the need for an overnight split unless you prefer a slower pace.

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

139.6 miles from Weirton Heights, WV

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 42m into the drive .

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Drive Character

Expect a drive defined by its efficiency, with 80% of the route consisting of highway travel. Your journey begins with a significant 136.8-mile stretch on I-79, which serves as the longest uninterrupted portion of the trip. As you transition from the interstate onto US-19 and eventually I-64, the character of the road shifts from high-speed transit to a more varied driving experience. You will spend the vast majority of your time maintaining consistent speeds, making this an ideal path for travelers who prioritize progress over meandering side roads. The highway-focused profile ensures you cover the 279.2-mile distance with a predictable rhythm behind the wheel.

Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 29 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 136.8 miles.

Elevation Profile

Gently rolling terrain

2,595 ft 868 ft

Total Climb

2,802 ft

Total Descent

2,540 ft

Highest Point

2,595 ft

~255.9 mi in

Elevation Range

1,726 ft

How Hard Is This Drive?

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 79 and US 19. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 1.7 miles in.

Route Complexity 10/10

High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day

This is a demanding drive. With 23 significant decision points across 279.2 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.

Critical Maneuvers

5 of 23 key points

These 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 Hinton, WV, road signs point toward Morgantown and Beckley.

Morgantown

38.1 mi in | ~51m | via I 79

Beckley

245.3 mi in | ~4h 45m | via US 19

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
I 79 136.8 mi 2h 27m
US 19 59.2 mi 1h 13m
I 64 14.3 mi 15m
Southern Beltway 11.7 mi 12m
Raymond P Shafer Highway 11.6 mi 15m
US 22 11.3 mi 15m
Upper Millcreek Telsa Road 8.6 mi 9m
Meadow Creek Road 6.8 mi 10m
Longest stretch: I 79 — 136.8 mi, about 2h 27m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Weirton Heights, WV and Hinton, 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

136 mi · 2 hr 26 min · I 79
Exit 21 Toward I 79 south: Waynesburg, Morgantown Use the slight right lane.
13

Take the exit onto US 19

0.3 mi · 41 sec · US 19
Toward US 19 South: Beckley
14

Keep slight left at fork

318 ft · 8 sec
15

Turn right onto Upper Millcreek Telsa Road

8.6 mi · 9 min · Upper Millcreek Telsa Road
16

Continue on US 19

58 mi · 1 hr 11 min · US 19
Use the straight lane.
17

Take the exit onto US 19

0.4 mi · 59 sec · US 19
Toward US 19 South, WV 16: Bradley, North Beckley
18

Turn left onto US 19; WV 16

3.0 mi · 5 min · Robert C. Byrd Drive
19

Turn left onto US 19 BYP

4.6 mi · 7 min · Joe L. Smith Drive
20

Keep slight left at fork

0.7 mi · 1 min
Toward I 64 East: Lewisburg
21

Merge onto I 64

14 mi · 15 min · I 64
22

Take the exit

0.4 mi · 53 sec
Toward WV 20: Hinton, Sandstone
23

Turn left onto CR 7

6.8 mi · 10 min · Meadow Creek Road
24

Continue on WV 20

1.7 mi · 2 min · WV 20
25

Continue on WV 20

0.9 mi · 1 min · Temple Street
26

Continue on WV 20

0.9 mi · 2 min · Summers Street
27

Turn left onto 4th Avenue

0.1 mi · 26 sec · 4th Avenue
28

Turn right

190 ft · 13 sec
29

Arrive at destination

Trip Plan

To make the most of your 5-hour and 33-minute drive, plan to depart early in the morning to avoid potential congestion on the main interstates. While the route is manageable in one go, scheduling at least one stop is recommended to break up the 279.2 miles and keep your focus sharp. Keep a close eye on your fuel gauge, as the $45 estimated cost can fluctuate depending on your vehicle's efficiency and local market prices. Since the longest stretch spans 136.8 miles, try to time your pit stop near the midpoint of that leg to ensure you stay refreshed. Flexibility is your greatest advantage here, so use your single planned stop to stretch your legs and reset before tackling the final transition onto I-64.

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 139.6 miles from Weirton Heights, WV, or about 2h 42m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 136.8 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 80 miles or 1h 37m in

Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.

Halfway reset

Around 139.6 miles or 2h 42m in

This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.

Final approach

Final hour starts around 4h 25m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Hinton, 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 279.2 miles and 5h 33m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 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 I 79 for about 136.8 miles.

Where to Stop

Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.

Halfway Point

Midpoint

About 139.6 mi from Weirton Heights, WV · 2h 42m into the drive

Downtown Newtown, PA, PA

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Newtown, PA

140 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

Municipality of Bethel Park, PA

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Newtown, PA

Meal break

The midpoint is around 139.6 miles from Weirton Heights, WV, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Arriving in Hinton, WV

The final approach into Hinton, 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 Hinton, WV.

After long uninterrupted mileage, take five minutes before the last urban segment to reset and refocus on exits, merges, and city traffic.

These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.

National Parks Near This Route

Worth a detour if your schedule allows.

Gauley River National Recreation Area

Gauley River National Recreation Area

National Recreation Area

The 25 miles of free-flowing Gauley River and the six miles of the Meadow River pass through scenic gorges and valleys containing a wide variety of natural and cultural features. The Gauley River cont...

6 mi from route ~14 min detour Free near mile 221.4
View on nps.gov

Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$43.66 one way

$87.32 round trip

$3.97/gal 25.4 MPG avg 98 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.34 $47.74 $95.48
premium $4.70 $51.67 $103.35
diesel $5.61 $61.64 $123.29

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

$44

Tolls

$1

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$69–$94

Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.

Estimated CO2 emission: 97.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $29 in charging · 1 stop · 66% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 83.8 1 $29.32 $13.40
Efficient EV 69.8 0 $24.43 $11.17
EV Truck/SUV 111.7 1 $39.09 $17.87

Gas CO2

98 kg

EV CO2

33 kg (66% less)

Plan for 1 charging stop. A 30-minute DC fast charge mid-route should be enough to complete the trip comfortably.

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.

Forecast data refreshed 2 days ago

Origin

Weirton Heights, WV

Afternoon in Weirton Heights on Tuesday

Local time

4:34 PM

EDT

Current temp

42°F

Partly Cloudy

NE 5 mph 2% chance Live forecast

Destination

Hinton, WV

Afternoon in Hinton on Tuesday

Local time

4:34 PM

EDT

Current temp

47°F

Mostly Clear

NE 3 mph 2% chance Live forecast

74°F

Newtown, PA

140 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

5 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

5h 33m 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

The drive from Weirton Heights, WV to Hinton, WV covers 279.2 miles and takes about 5h 33m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 79, US 19, I 64. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 139.6 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 $43.66 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 23 significant decision points across 279.2 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.
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 Hinton, WV, road signs point toward Morgantown and Beckley.
Gently rolling terrain. The route ranges from 868 ft to 2,595 ft elevation with about 2,802 ft of total climbing.

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