Origin
Williamson, WV
Morning in Williamson on Thursday
Local time
11:59 AM
EDT
Current temp
51°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Williamson, WV to Weirton Heights, WV
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
5h 19m
Distance
272.1 mi
438 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$43
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
5h 6m
★
6 AM
5h 19m
8 AM
5h 46m
10 AM
5h 29m
12 PM
5h 26m
3 PM
5h 30m
5 PM
5h 45m
8 PM
5h 11m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Williamson, WV
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Weirton Heights, WV
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Trip Overview
Traveling from Williamson to Weirton Heights covers 284 miles and typically takes about 4 hours and 40 minutes. This journey stays entirely within West Virginia, transitioning from the southeast region toward the northern part of the state. Because the duration is under five hours, it is perfectly manageable as a single-day trip without needing an overnight stay. You should budget approximately $44 for fuel to complete the transit. While the drive is straightforward, it is best approached as a full day of travel to account for the technical nature of the roads and necessary stops.
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
136.1 miles from Williamson, WV
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 32m into the drive .
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 5h 19m. Total distance: 272.1 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
5h 19m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (77%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Drive Character
Expect a turn-heavy local drive rather than a monotonous interstate cruise, as this route lacks significant highway stretches. You will navigate via I-64 East, I-77 North, and WV-2 North, though the highway share is effectively zero for long-distance cruising. With no lengthy uninterrupted segments on I-64, you will find yourself frequently adjusting to changing road conditions and local traffic patterns. The personality of this drive demands your full attention, as the road requires constant navigation through various terrain types. It is a hands-on driving experience that keeps you engaged from start to finish.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 37 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
I 77 is the longest continuous segment at about 78.4 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 77 and US 119. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 80.5 miles in near US 119.
Driving Effort
7/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 22 significant decision points across 272.1 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 80.5 miles (US 119): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 81.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 83.4 miles (I 77): Highway fork - watch signs carefully.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 22 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
8
80.5 mi into trip
|
~1h 32m in
|
US 119
Keep slight right at fork onto US 119 toward I 64 East, I 77, I 79, US 119 North: Charleston, Beckley
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Toward I 64 East, I 77, I 79, US 119 North: Cha...
5
81.5 mi into trip
|
~1h 34m in
Take the exit toward I 77 North, I 79: Parkersburg
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward I 77 North, I 79: Parkersburg
5
83.4 mi into trip
|
~1h 36m in
|
I 77
Keep slight left at fork onto I 77 toward I 77 North: Parkersburg
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Toward I 77 North: Parkersburg
5
160.3 mi into trip
|
~2h 58m in
|
WV 2
Take the exit onto WV 2 toward WV 2 North, WV 68 South: Vienna, North Parkersburg
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward WV 2 North, WV 68 South: Vienna, North P...
6
160.7 mi into trip
|
~2h 59m in
|
WV 2
Keep slight right at fork onto WV 2 toward WV 2 North, WV 68 South: Vienna, North Parkersburg
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward WV 2 North, WV 68 South: Vienna, North P...
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Williamson, WV and Weirton Heights, WV, road signs point toward Beckley and Parkersburg.
Beckley
80.5 mi in
|
~1h 32m
|
via US 119
Parkersburg
160.3 mi in
|
~2h 58m
|
via WV 2
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 77 | 78.4 mi | 1h 24m |
| US 119 | 69.1 mi | 1h 19m |
| SR 7 | 34.1 mi | 44m |
| North State Rt. 2 | 22.4 mi | 27m |
| 2nd Street | 16.9 mi | 19m |
| US 52 | 11.8 mi | 13m |
| State Route 2 | 11.7 mi | 13m |
| Emerson Avenue | 5 mi | 5m |
Longest stretch:
I 77
— 78.4 mi, about 1h 24m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Williamson, WV and Weirton Heights, WV.
1
Start on Harvey Street
0.2 mi
·
19 sec
·
Harvey Street
2
Turn right onto US 119; US 52 Truck
0.4 mi
·
25 sec
·
US 119; US 52 Truck
3
Continue on US 52; US 119
12 mi
·
13 min
·
US 52; US 119
4
Continue on US 119; WV 65
43 mi
·
48 min
·
US 119; WV 65
5
Continue on US 119; WV 3
25 mi
·
28 min
·
US 119; WV 3
6
Turn left
0.4 mi
·
49 sec
7
Keep slight right at fork onto US 119
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
US 119
Toward I 64 East, I 77, I 79, US 119 North: Charleston, Beckley
Use the slight right lane.
8
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
30 sec
Toward I 77 North, I 79: Parkersburg
9
Merge onto I 77
1.5 mi
·
1 min
·
I 77
10
Keep slight left at fork onto I 77
77 mi
·
1 hr 22 min
·
I 77
Toward I 77 North: Parkersburg
11
Take the exit onto WV 2
0.4 mi
·
47 sec
·
WV 2
Toward WV 2 North, WV 68 South: Vienna, North Parkersburg
12
Keep slight right at fork onto WV 2
136 ft
·
3 sec
·
WV 2
Toward WV 2 North, WV 68 South: Vienna, North Parkersburg
13
Continue on WV 2
5.0 mi
·
5 min
·
Emerson Avenue
14
Continue on WV 2
12 mi
·
13 min
·
State Route 2
15
Continue on WV 2
17 mi
·
19 min
·
2nd Street
16
Turn right onto WV 2
5.0 mi
·
5 min
·
Wells Street
17
Continue on WV 2
4.3 mi
·
4 min
·
Vine Street
18
Continue on WV 2
2.0 mi
·
2 min
·
3rd Street
19
Continue on WV 2
1.3 mi
·
1 min
·
North State Route 2
20
Continue on WV 2
22 mi
·
27 min
·
North State Rt. 2
21
Turn left onto WV 2 Spur
0.4 mi
·
30 sec
·
12th Street
22
Continue on SR 872
0.3 mi
·
27 sec
·
SR 872
23
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
35 sec
24
Continue on SR 7
34 mi
·
44 min
·
SR 7
25
Turn left onto Slack Street
519 ft
·
14 sec
·
Slack Street
26
Turn right onto South 4th Street
1.1 mi
·
2 min
·
South 4th Street
27
Turn left onto Franklin Avenue
0.3 mi
·
38 sec
·
Franklin Avenue
28
Turn right onto North 7th Street
0.1 mi
·
23 sec
·
North 7th Street
29
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
20 sec
30
Merge onto US 22
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
Veterans Memorial Bridge
31
Keep slight left at fork onto US 22
3.5 mi
·
4 min
·
US 22
32
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
25 sec
Toward CR 13: Three Springs Drive
33
Keep slight right at fork
352 ft
·
10 sec
34
Turn straight onto CR 13
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Three Springs Drive
35
At end of road, turn right onto CR 507
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Cove Road
36
Turn sharp left onto WV 105
45 ft
·
0 sec
·
Pennsylvania Avenue
37
Arrive at destination
WV 105
Trip Plan
Planning for this 284-mile trip requires careful attention to the local nature of the roads. Since you only have one designated stop, make it count by choosing a location that allows you to refuel and stretch your legs effectively. Leaving early in the day is your best bet to avoid potential congestion on the more technical sections of the route. Keep in mind that because there is no significant interstate stretch, your pace will be dictated by local traffic and road geometry. Prioritize steady progress over speed, and ensure your vehicle is prepared for the winding nature of the journey before you depart.
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 136.1 miles from Williamson, WV, or about 2h 32m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 78.4 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 60 miles or 1h 8m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 136.1 miles or 2h 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 4h 12m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Weirton Heights, WV than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
Open the route before leaving Williamson, WV so your first major turns are already loaded.
+
Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
+
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 Williamson, WV
This is one driving day of about 272.1 miles and 5h 19m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 60 miles from Williamson, 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 77 for about 78.4 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 136.1 mi from Williamson, WV · 2h 32m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
136 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 60 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 136.1 miles from Williamson, WV, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before I 77 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 78.4 miles.
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.
Try to arrive with enough fuel left to skip an immediate station stop unless you already know the area around Weirton Heights, 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
$42.55 one way
$85.10 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
95 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.34 | $46.52 | $93.05 |
| premium | $4.70 | $50.36 | $100.72 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $60.08 | $120.15 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$43
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$68–$93
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 95.2 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 | 81.6 | 1 | $28.57 | $13.06 |
| Efficient EV | 68 | 0 | $23.81 | $10.88 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 108.8 | 1 | $38.09 | $17.41 |
Gas CO2
95 kg
EV CO2
32 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.
Destination
Weirton Heights, WV
Morning in Weirton Heights on Thursday
Local time
11:59 AM
EDT
Current temp
69°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
18 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 19m 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 Williamson, WV to Weirton Heights, WV covers 272.1 miles and takes about 5h 19m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 77, US 119, SR 7. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 136.1 miles from Williamson, WV. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $42.55 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 22 significant decision points across 272.1 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 80.5 miles (US 119): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 81.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 83.4 miles (I 77): Highway fork - watch signs carefully.
Between Williamson, WV and Weirton Heights, WV, road signs point toward Beckley and Parkersburg.
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