Origin
Westover, WV
Late night in Westover on Friday
Local time
2:11 AM
EDT
Current temp
62°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Westover, WV to Weirton Heights, WV
Compiled by the Trip.ovh editorial team · Last recalculated Apr 17, 2026 · Methodology
Drive Time
1h 28m
Distance
76 mi
122 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$12
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 22m
★
6 AM
1h 29m
8 AM
1h 42m
10 AM
1h 34m
12 PM
1h 32m
3 PM
1h 34m
5 PM
1h 42m
8 PM
1h 25m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Weirton Heights, WV
Federated Art
Trip Overview
The drive from Westover, WV to Weirton Heights, WV covers 76 miles and takes about 1h 28m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on Fairmont Road, Senator Jennings Randolph Highway, I 79 North for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. At current regular gas prices, budget about $11.88 one way before food or hotel costs.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 28m. Total distance: 76 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 28m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (0%). Straightforward navigation.
Scenic Drive
Turn-heavy local drive route profile.
Drive Character
Expect a 1h 28m drive with frequent turns across 76 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 17 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Fairmont Road 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.
Driving Effort
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Westover, WV to Weirton Heights, WV is easy. At 1h 28m 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 Westover, WV to Weirton Heights, WV is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Fairmont Road | — | — |
| Senator Jennings Randolph Highway | — | — |
| I 79 North | — | — |
| PA Tpke 576 Toll West | — | — |
| PA Tpke 576 West | — | — |
| Southern Beltway | — | — |
| US 22 | — | — |
| US 22 West | — | — |
Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.
Longest stretch:
Fairmont Road
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Westover, WV and Weirton Heights, WV.
1
Start on the route
23 ft
·
8 sec
·
the route
2
Turn left onto Fairmont Road
1.2 mi
·
2 min
·
Fairmont Road
3
Take the ramp right
0.2 mi
·
28 sec
4
Merge slight left onto Senator Jennings Randolph Highway
45 mi
·
50 min
·
Senator Jennings Randolph Highway
5
Take the exit slight right toward I 79 North: Pittsburgh
11 mi
·
15 min
·
I 79 North: Pittsburgh
6
Take the exit slight right toward PA Tpke 576 Toll West: Pittsburgh International Airport
0.2 mi
·
32 sec
·
PA Tpke 576 Toll West: Pittsburgh International Airport
7
Continue on PA Tpke 576 West
0.4 mi
·
46 sec
·
PA Tpke 576 West
8
Continue on Southern Beltway
13 mi
·
13 min
·
Southern Beltway
9
Take the exit slight right toward US 22: Pittsburgh, Weirton
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
US 22: Pittsburgh, Weirton
10
Turn left onto PA Tpke 576 East, US 22 West: Washington Pennsylvania, Weirton
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
PA Tpke 576 East, US 22 West: Washington Pennsylvania, Weirton
11
Merge slight left
11 mi
·
15 min
12
Take the exit slight right toward WV 105: Colliers Way
0.2 mi
·
27 sec
·
WV 105: Colliers Way
13
Keep slight right
161 ft
·
6 sec
14
Turn straight onto Colliers Way
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
Colliers Way
15
Turn left onto Pennsylvania Avenue
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
Pennsylvania Avenue
16
Keep slight right to continue on Pennsylvania Avenue
46 ft
·
1 sec
·
Pennsylvania Avenue
17
Arrive at your destination
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 38 mi from Westover, WV · 44m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
38 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 17 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 38 miles from Westover, WV, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Weirton Heights, WV
The final approach into Weirton Heights, 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
$11.88 one way
$23.77 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
27 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.34 | $12.99 | $25.99 |
| premium | $4.70 | $14.07 | $28.13 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $16.78 | $33.56 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$12
Estimated CO2 emission: 26.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $8 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 22.8 | 0 | $7.98 | $3.65 |
| Efficient EV | 19 | 0 | $6.65 | $3.04 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 30.4 | 0 | $10.64 | $4.86 |
Gas CO2
27 kg
EV CO2
9 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
Weirton Heights, WV
Late night in Weirton Heights on Friday
Local time
2:11 AM
EDT
Current temp
69°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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 warmer at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
1h 28m 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 Westover, WV to Weirton Heights, WV covers 76 miles and takes about 1h 28m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Fairmont Road, Senator Jennings Randolph Highway, I 79 North. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 38 miles from Westover, WV. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $11.88 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 Westover, WV to Weirton Heights, WV is easy. At 1h 28m 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 Westover, WV to Weirton Heights, WV is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Westover, WV to Weirton Heights, WV does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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