Origin
White Sulphur Springs, WV
Afternoon in White Sulphur Springs on Thursday
Local time
12:22 PM
EDT
Current temp
42°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from White Sulphur Springs, WV to Fairmont, WV
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
3h 5m
Distance
170.6 mi
275 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$27
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
2h 54m
★
6 AM
3h 5m
8 AM
3h 28m
10 AM
3h 13m
12 PM
3h 11m
3 PM
3h 15m
5 PM
3h 27m
8 PM
2h 58m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
White Sulphur Springs, WV
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Fairmont, WV
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Trip Overview
The drive from White Sulphur Springs, WV to Fairmont, WV covers 170.6 miles and takes about 3h 5m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on US 60, Canvas-Nettie Road, I 79 for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. At current regular gas prices, budget about $26.68 one way before food or hotel costs.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
85.3 miles from White Sulphur Springs, WV
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 32m into the drive .
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 3h 5m. Total distance: 170.6 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
3h 5m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (0%). Straightforward navigation.
Scenic Drive
Turn-heavy local drive route profile.
Drive Character
Expect a 3h 5m drive with frequent turns across 170.6 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 19 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
US 60 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 White Sulphur Springs, WV to Fairmont, WV is easy. At 3h 5m 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 White Sulphur Springs, WV to Fairmont, WV is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| US 60 | — | — |
| Canvas-Nettie Road | — | — |
| I 79 | — | — |
| Senator Jennings Randolph Highway | — | — |
| WV 273 North | — | — |
| Fairmont Gateway Connector | — | — |
| Jefferson Street | — | — |
Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.
Longest stretch:
US 60
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between White Sulphur Springs, WV and Fairmont, WV.
1
Start on East Main Street
3.9 mi
·
5 min
·
East Main Street
2
Turn left
479 ft
·
12 sec
3
Take the ramp right
0.3 mi
·
41 sec
4
Merge slight left
19 mi
·
20 min
5
Take the exit slight right toward US 60: Sam Black Church
0.3 mi
·
36 sec
·
US 60: Sam Black Church
6
Turn right
10.0 mi
·
14 min
7
Turn right
19 mi
·
32 min
8
At the end of the road, turn left onto Canvas-Nettie Road
11 mi
·
20 min
·
Canvas-Nettie Road
9
Turn right
27 mi
·
32 min
10
Take the exit right toward I 79, US 19 North: Clarksburg
0.3 mi
·
36 sec
·
I 79, US 19 North: Clarksburg
11
Merge slight left onto Senator Jennings Randolph Highway
77 mi
·
1 hr 23 min
·
Senator Jennings Randolph Highway
12
Take the exit slight right toward WV 273 North: Downtown, Fairmont
0.4 mi
·
55 sec
·
WV 273 North: Downtown, Fairmont
13
Turn left onto Fairmont Gateway Connector
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
Fairmont Gateway Connector
14
Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward Fairmont Gateway Connector
121 ft
·
3 sec
·
Fairmont Gateway Connector
15
Exit the roundabout onto Fairmont Gateway Connector
0.2 mi
·
24 sec
·
Fairmont Gateway Connector
16
Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward Fairmont Gateway Connector
128 ft
·
3 sec
·
Fairmont Gateway Connector
17
Exit the roundabout onto Fairmont Gateway Connector
0.2 mi
·
25 sec
·
Fairmont Gateway Connector
18
Continue on Jefferson Street
0.3 mi
·
58 sec
·
Jefferson Street
19
Arrive at your destination
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 85.3 miles from White Sulphur Springs, WV, or about 1h 32m 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 38 miles or 41m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 85.3 miles or 1h 32m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 2h 32m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Fairmont, WV than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving White Sulphur Springs, 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 White Sulphur Springs, WV
This is one driving day of about 170.6 miles and 3h 5m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 38 miles from White Sulphur Springs, 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.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 85.3 mi from White Sulphur Springs, WV · 1h 32m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
85 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 38 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 85.3 miles from White Sulphur Springs, WV, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Fairmont, WV
The final approach into Fairmont, 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 Fairmont, 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
$26.68 one way
$53.36 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
60 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.34 | $29.17 | $58.34 |
| premium | $4.70 | $31.57 | $63.15 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $37.67 | $75.33 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$27
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$52–$77
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 59.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $18 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 51.2 | 0 | $17.91 | $8.19 |
| Efficient EV | 42.7 | 0 | $14.93 | $6.82 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 68.2 | 0 | $23.88 | $10.92 |
Gas CO2
60 kg
EV CO2
20 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
Fairmont, WV
Afternoon in Fairmont on Thursday
Local time
12:22 PM
EDT
Current temp
70°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
28 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
3h 5m 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 White Sulphur Springs, WV to Fairmont, WV covers 170.6 miles and takes about 3h 5m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are US 60, Canvas-Nettie Road, I 79. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 85.3 miles from White Sulphur Springs, WV. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $26.68 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. A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
The drive from White Sulphur Springs, WV to Fairmont, WV is easy. At 3h 5m 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 White Sulphur Springs, WV to Fairmont, WV is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from White Sulphur Springs, WV to Fairmont, WV does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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