Origin
Williamson, WV
Evening in Williamson on Tuesday
Local time
6:01 PM
EDT
Current temp
44°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Williamson, WV to Weirton Heights, WV
Data updated 0 seconds ago
Drive Time
4h 40m
Distance
284 mi
457 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$44
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
4h 27m
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6 AM
4h 40m
8 AM
5h 7m
10 AM
4h 49m
12 PM
4h 47m
3 PM
4h 51m
5 PM
5h 6m
8 PM
4h 32m
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
142 miles from Williamson, WV
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 20m into the drive .
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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.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 39 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
I 64 East 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. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way.
Route Complexity
3/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
This is a straightforward 4h 40m drive. You will face about 0 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Williamson, WV to Weirton Heights, WV is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 64 East | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| I 77 North | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| WV 2 North | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Emerson Avenue | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| State Route 2 | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| 2nd Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Wells Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Vine Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
Per-road distance and duration are being refreshed from OSRM for this route.
Longest stretch:
I 64 East
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
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
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Harvey Street
2
Turn right
0.4 mi
·
26 sec
3
Continue straight
12 mi
·
13 min
4
Continue straight
43 mi
·
48 min
5
Continue straight
25 mi
·
28 min
6
Turn left
0.4 mi
·
49 sec
7
Keep slight right to continue on I 64 East, I 77, I 79, US 119 North: Charleston, Beckley
1.0 mi
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1 min
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I 64 East, I 77, I 79, US 119 North: Charleston, Beckley
8
Take the exit slight left toward I 77 North, I 79: Parkersburg
0.4 mi
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31 sec
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I 77 North, I 79: Parkersburg
9
Merge slight right
1.5 mi
·
1 min
10
Keep slight left to continue on I 77 North: Parkersburg
77 mi
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1 hr 22 min
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I 77 North: Parkersburg
11
Take the exit slight right toward WV 2 North, WV 68 South: Vienna, North Parkersburg
0.4 mi
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48 sec
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WV 2 North, WV 68 South: Vienna, North Parkersburg
12
Keep slight right to continue on WV 2 North, WV 68 South: Vienna, North Parkersburg
135 ft
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4 sec
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WV 2 North, WV 68 South: Vienna, North Parkersburg
13
Continue on Emerson Avenue
5.0 mi
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5 min
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Emerson Avenue
14
Continue on State Route 2
12 mi
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13 min
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State Route 2
15
Continue on 2nd Street
17 mi
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19 min
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2nd Street
16
Turn right onto Wells Street
5.0 mi
·
5 min
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Wells Street
17
Continue on Vine Street
4.3 mi
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4 min
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Vine Street
18
Continue on 3rd Street
2.0 mi
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2 min
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3rd Street
19
Continue on North State Route 2
1.3 mi
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1 min
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North State Route 2
20
Continue on North State Rt. 2
22 mi
·
27 min
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North State Rt. 2
21
Turn left onto 12th Street
0.4 mi
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30 sec
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12th Street
22
Continue straight
0.3 mi
·
28 sec
23
Take the exit right
0.2 mi
·
35 sec
24
Continue straight
34 mi
·
43 min
25
Turn slight right onto South 3rd Street
348 ft
·
10 sec
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South 3rd Street
26
At the end of the road, turn left onto South 3rd Street
161 ft
·
5 sec
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South 3rd Street
27
Turn left onto Slack Street
518 ft
·
13 sec
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Slack Street
28
Turn right onto South 4th Street
1.1 mi
·
2 min
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South 4th Street
29
Turn left onto Franklin Avenue
0.2 mi
·
39 sec
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Franklin Avenue
30
Turn right onto North 7th Street
0.1 mi
·
24 sec
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North 7th Street
31
Take the ramp straight
0.2 mi
·
20 sec
32
Merge slight left onto Veterans Memorial Bridge
0.9 mi
·
1 min
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Veterans Memorial Bridge
33
Keep slight left
3.5 mi
·
4 min
34
Take the exit slight right toward CR 13: Three Springs Drive
0.2 mi
·
25 sec
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CR 13: Three Springs Drive
35
Keep slight right
351 ft
·
11 sec
36
Turn straight onto Three Springs Drive
0.7 mi
·
1 min
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Three Springs Drive
37
At the end of the road, turn right onto Cove Road
0.6 mi
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1 min
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Cove Road
38
Turn sharp left onto Pennsylvania Avenue
46 ft
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1 sec
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Pennsylvania Avenue
39
Arrive at your destination
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 142 miles from Williamson, WV, or about 2h 20m 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 18m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 142 miles or 2h 20m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 3h 49m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Weirton Heights, WV than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Williamson, 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 Williamson, WV
This is one driving day of about 284 miles and 4h 40m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 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.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 142 mi from Williamson, WV · 2h 20m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
142 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 142 miles from Williamson, 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.
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
$44.41 one way
$88.82 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
99 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.34 | $48.56 | $97.12 |
| premium | $4.70 | $52.56 | $105.12 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $62.70 | $125.41 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$44
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$69–$94
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 99.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $30 in charging · 1 stop · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 85.2 | 1 | $29.82 | $13.63 |
| Efficient EV | 71 | 0 | $24.85 | $11.36 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 113.6 | 1 | $39.76 | $18.18 |
Gas CO2
99 kg
EV CO2
33 kg (67% 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
Evening in Weirton Heights on Tuesday
Local time
6:01 PM
EDT
Current temp
58°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
14 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
4h 40m 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 284 miles and takes about 4h 40m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 64 East, I 77 North, WV 2 North. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 142 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 $44.41 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 straightforward 4h 40m drive. You will face about 0 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Williamson, WV to Weirton Heights, WV is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Williamson, WV to Weirton Heights, WV does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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