Origin
Wheeling, WV
Morning in Wheeling on Saturday
Local time
11:02 AM
EDT
Current temp
62°F
Unavailable
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 18, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 50m
Distance
91.7 mi
148 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$14
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Wheeling, WV
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Blennerhassett, WV
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Wheeling, WV to Blennerhassett, WV is 91.7 miles and takes about 1h 50m via WV 2, with a fuel budget near $14 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This trip stays within the Southeast region and the state of West Virginia, offering a straightforward drive. It's a good option if you're looking for a relatively short journey that doesn't require an overnight stay. The mixed drive profile means you'll experience a variety of road types, keeping the travel engaging without being overly demanding. Consider this route for a simple, direct connection between these two West Virginia locations.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
45.8 miles from Wheeling, WV
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 56m into the drive .
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 50m. Total distance: 91.7 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 50m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (54%). Straightforward navigation.
This drive offers a mixed bag of road conditions, with 54% of it being highway travel. You'll find yourself on WV 2 for the longest uninterrupted stretch, covering 49.4 miles. Expect a blend of quicker highway sections and potentially slower local road segments as you navigate through Chelsea Street and 3rd Street in Wheeling. The road character shifts throughout the 1h 50m journey, moving from more open highway speeds to more contained city driving at points. It’s not a monotonous cruise, but rather a varied experience that reflects the transition between areas.
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes around 46 miles in near WV 2 / Elizabeth Street.
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Wheeling, WV to Blennerhassett, WV is easy. At 1h 50m with 54% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 46 miles (WV 2 / Elizabeth Street): Navigation decision point; at 46.1 miles (WV 2 / Chelsea Street): Navigation decision point; at 83.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early.
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
Turn left onto WV 2 / Elizabeth Street
Navigation decision point
Turn right onto WV 2 / Chelsea Street
Navigation decision point
Take the exit toward US 50: Downtown Parkersburg
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Take the exit onto WV 68 toward WV 68 South: Ravenswood
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Turn right onto WV 892 / Dupont Road
Navigation decision point
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| WV 2 | 49.4 mi | 1h |
| Chelsea Street | 16.8 mi | 19m |
| 3rd Street | 11.7 mi | 13m |
| Corridor D | 6.4 mi | 7m |
| Emerson Avenue | 5.1 mi | 5m |
| Dupont Road | 1.4 mi | 2m |
| WV 68 | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| Chapline Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Step-by-step road directions between Wheeling, WV and Blennerhassett, WV.
Start on WV 2
Take the ramp onto WV 2
Turn left onto WV 2
Turn right onto WV 2
Continue on WV 2
Continue on WV 2
Take the exit onto WV 2
Take the exit
Turn right onto US 50
Take the exit onto WV 68
Turn right onto WV 892
Arrive at destination
Given the 1h 50m duration and 91.7-mile length, this route is easily manageable within a single day. You could leave Wheeling anytime in the morning or early afternoon and still arrive in Blennerhassett with plenty of daylight to spare. With a fuel cost estimated at $14, planning your gas stops shouldn't be a major concern, but it's always wise to top off before leaving Wheeling. The longest stretch on WV 2 is nearly 50 miles, so if you prefer more frequent breaks, plan to stop before or after this segment. Take advantage of the short drive time by being flexible with your departure.
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 20 miles or 24m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 45.8 miles or 56m 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 30m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Blennerhassett, WV than in the middle of the route.
Open the route before leaving Wheeling, WV so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Wheeling, WV
This is one driving day of about 91.7 miles and 1h 50m.
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 45.8 mi from Wheeling, WV · 56m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
46 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.
A short stop after about 20 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 45.8 miles from Wheeling, WV, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
The final approach into Blennerhassett, 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.
Regular Gas
$14.34 one way
$28.68 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.34 | $15.68 | $31.36 |
| premium | $4.70 | $16.97 | $33.94 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $20.25 | $40.49 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$14
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$39–$64
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 32.1 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $10 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 27.5 | 0 | $9.63 | $4.40 |
| Efficient EV | 22.9 | 0 | $8.02 | $3.67 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 36.7 | 0 | $12.84 | $5.87 |
Gas CO2
32 kg
EV CO2
11 kg (66% 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
Morning in Wheeling on Saturday
Local time
11:02 AM
EDT
Current temp
62°F
Unavailable
Destination
Morning in Blennerhassett on Saturday
Local time
11:02 AM
EDT
Current temp
58°F
Unavailable
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
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.
Compiled by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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