Origin
Wheeling, WV
Evening in Wheeling on Tuesday
Local time
5:59 PM
EDT
Current temp
36°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Wheeling, WV to Bridgeport, WV
Data updated 0 seconds ago
Drive Time
1h 45m
Distance
109.8 mi
177 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$17
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 38m
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6 AM
1h 46m
8 AM
2h 1m
10 AM
1h 51m
12 PM
1h 49m
3 PM
1h 52m
5 PM
2h 0m
8 PM
1h 41m
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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Bridgeport, WV
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Trip Overview
If you are planning to travel between Wheeling and Bridgeport, you are looking at a 109.8-mile trip that typically takes about 1 hour and 45 minutes to complete. This journey is perfectly suited for a one-day outing, meaning you can easily make the trip without needing to book an overnight stay. You should set aside approximately $17 for fuel to cover the distance. Since the route utilizes local roads like Bethlehem and Spruce Street rather than major interstates, you will experience a more direct, community-focused drive. Both cities are located within the Southeast region of West Virginia, keeping your travel environment consistent throughout.
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
54.9 miles from Wheeling, WV
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 52m into the drive .
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Drive Character
Expect a turn-heavy local drive rather than a high-speed interstate cruise, as this route features a 0% highway share. Because you will be navigating through local corridors like the USS West Virginia Memorial Highway, you should be prepared for frequent changes in direction and pace. There is no long, uninterrupted stretch on this route, making it a more engaged and active driving experience. You will find that the road demands your full attention as you transition between local streets. This is an ideal path for those who prefer navigating through the heart of the region rather than sticking to the monotony of a major highway.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 36 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
USS West Virginia Memorial Highway 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.
Route Complexity
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
The drive from Wheeling, WV to Bridgeport, WV is easy. At 1h 45m 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 Wheeling, WV to Bridgeport, WV is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| USS West Virginia Memorial Highway | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Bethlehem | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Spruce Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| West Bethlehem Boulevard | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Ridgecrest Road | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Fairmont Pike Road | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Waynesburg Pike Road | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Dragon Highway | Unavailable | Refreshing |
Per-road distance and duration are being refreshed from OSRM for this route.
Longest stretch:
USS West Virginia Memorial Highway
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Wheeling, WV and Bridgeport, WV.
1
Start on Chapline Street
479 ft
·
10 sec
·
Chapline Street
2
Take the ramp straight
0.3 mi
·
39 sec
3
Take the exit slight right
0.2 mi
·
29 sec
4
Keep slight left
0.2 mi
·
31 sec
5
Keep slight left
446 ft
·
21 sec
6
Turn left
0.5 mi
·
1 min
7
Merge slight left onto USS West Virginia Memorial Highway
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
USS West Virginia Memorial Highway
8
Take the exit slight right toward Bethlehem
0.3 mi
·
35 sec
·
Bethlehem
9
Keep slight right to continue on Bethlehem
328 ft
·
8 sec
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Bethlehem
10
Turn straight onto Spruce Street
390 ft
·
8 sec
·
Spruce Street
11
Continue on West Bethlehem Boulevard
0.3 mi
·
33 sec
·
West Bethlehem Boulevard
12
Turn right onto Ridgecrest Road
1.1 mi
·
1 min
·
Ridgecrest Road
13
Continue on Fairmont Pike Road
7.1 mi
·
12 min
·
Fairmont Pike Road
14
At the end of the road, turn left onto Waynesburg Pike Road
10 mi
·
11 min
·
Waynesburg Pike Road
15
Continue on Dragon Highway
11 mi
·
12 min
·
Dragon Highway
16
Continue on Dragon Highway
0.6 mi
·
41 sec
·
Dragon Highway
17
Continue on Dragon Highway
3.5 mi
·
4 min
·
Dragon Highway
18
Continue on Hornet Highway
11 mi
·
12 min
·
Hornet Highway
19
Continue on Husky Highway
9.3 mi
·
10 min
·
Husky Highway
20
Continue on Main Street
1.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Main Street
21
Continue on United States Highway 250
12 mi
·
14 min
·
United States Highway 250
22
Turn left onto Adams Street
0.1 mi
·
16 sec
·
Adams Street
23
Turn right onto Jefferson Street
0.3 mi
·
56 sec
·
Jefferson Street
24
Continue on Fairmont Gateway Connector
0.2 mi
·
23 sec
·
Fairmont Gateway Connector
25
Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward Fairmont Gateway Connector
128 ft
·
3 sec
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Fairmont Gateway Connector
26
Exit the roundabout onto Fairmont Gateway Connector
0.2 mi
·
23 sec
·
Fairmont Gateway Connector
27
Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward Fairmont Gateway Connector
128 ft
·
3 sec
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Fairmont Gateway Connector
28
Exit the roundabout onto Fairmont Gateway Connector
0.4 mi
·
54 sec
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Fairmont Gateway Connector
29
Take the exit right
0.5 mi
·
1 min
30
Merge slight left onto Senator Jennings Randolph Highway
14 mi
·
14 min
·
Senator Jennings Randolph Highway
31
Take the exit slight right toward CR 24
0.3 mi
·
45 sec
·
CR 24
32
Turn left onto Johnson Avenue
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Johnson Avenue
33
Continue on Johnson Avenue
1.4 mi
·
2 min
·
Johnson Avenue
34
Turn slight left onto West Philadelphia Avenue
0.2 mi
·
28 sec
·
West Philadelphia Avenue
35
Turn right onto North Virginia Avenue
72 ft
·
1 sec
·
North Virginia Avenue
36
Arrive at your destination
Trip Plan
Since this 1 hour and 45-minute drive is relatively short, you have plenty of flexibility regarding your departure time. You won't need to worry about complex stop planning since there are no designated stops on this specific route, allowing you to travel straight through to your destination. Keep in mind that because the road is turn-heavy, you should prioritize vehicle maintenance and alertness before you head out. Budgeting $17 for fuel is a straightforward task, but it is always wise to fill your tank before leaving Wheeling to avoid any last-minute stress. Use the USS West Virginia Memorial Highway as your primary guide, and keep a close eye on your navigation as you move through the various local turns.
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.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
You may only need one short stretch break if traffic stays light.
The halfway point lands around 54.9 miles from Wheeling, WV, or about 52m into the drive.
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 16m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 54.9 miles or 52m 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 26m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Bridgeport, WV than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Wheeling, 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 Wheeling, WV
This is one driving day of about 109.8 miles and 1h 45m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Wheeling, WV.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
You may only need one short stretch stop if conditions stay smooth.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 54.9 mi from Wheeling, WV · 52m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
55 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 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 54.9 miles from Wheeling, WV, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Bridgeport, WV
The final approach into Bridgeport, 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 Bridgeport, WV.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$17.17 one way
$34.34 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
38 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.34 | $18.77 | $37.55 |
| premium | $4.70 | $20.32 | $40.64 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $24.24 | $48.48 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$17
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$42–$67
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 38.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $12 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 32.9 | 0 | $11.53 | $5.27 |
| Efficient EV | 27.5 | 0 | $9.61 | $4.39 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 43.9 | 0 | $15.37 | $7.03 |
Gas CO2
38 kg
EV CO2
13 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.
Travel Intel
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Destination
Bridgeport, WV
Evening in Bridgeport on Tuesday
Local time
5:59 PM
EDT
Current temp
38°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
74°F
Newtown, PA
55 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
2 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 45m 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 Wheeling, WV to Bridgeport, WV covers 109.8 miles and takes about 1h 45m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are USS West Virginia Memorial Highway, Bethlehem, Spruce Street. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 54.9 miles from Wheeling, WV. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $17.17 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 Wheeling, WV to Bridgeport, WV is easy. At 1h 45m 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 Wheeling, WV to Bridgeport, WV is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Wheeling, WV to Bridgeport, WV does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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