Origin
Williamstown, WV
Evening in Williamstown on Tuesday
Local time
6:01 PM
EDT
Current temp
58°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Williamstown, WV to Fairmont, WV
Data updated 0 seconds ago
Drive Time
1h 41m
Distance
101.4 mi
163 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$16
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 34m
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6 AM
1h 42m
8 AM
1h 57m
10 AM
1h 47m
12 PM
1h 46m
3 PM
1h 48m
5 PM
1h 56m
8 PM
1h 37m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Williamstown, WV
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Fairmont, WV
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Trip Overview
Connecting Williamstown to Fairmont, this 101.4-mile trip is a straightforward journey across West Virginia. You can expect the drive to take approximately 1 hour and 41 minutes, making it an ideal candidate for a single-day excursion. Budgeting around $16 for fuel should cover your transit costs comfortably. Because the entire route remains within the state, you will stay firmly within the Southeast region for the duration of the trip. Whether you are heading out for business or a quick visit, this drive is efficient enough that you won't need to worry about booking an overnight stay.
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
50.7 miles from Williamstown, WV
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 50m into the drive .
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Drive Character
Expect a turn-heavy local drive rather than a monotonous interstate cruise on this trek. While you will utilize Highland Avenue and I-77, the route avoids a heavy highway bias, featuring 0% highway share as you navigate the local terrain. This layout keeps you engaged behind the wheel, requiring more focus than a simple highway sprint. You should be prepared for a series of winding segments that characterize the regional landscape. It is a practical route that favors local roads over high-speed corridors, so plan for a more tactical driving experience.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 18 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Highland Avenue 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 Williamstown, WV to Fairmont, WV is easy. At 1h 41m 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 Williamstown, WV to Fairmont, WV is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Highland Avenue | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| the route | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| I 77 | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| US 50 | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Corridor D | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| I 79 North | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Senator Jennings Randolph Highway | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| WV 273 North | Unavailable | Refreshing |
Per-road distance and duration are being refreshed from OSRM for this route.
Longest stretch:
Highland Avenue
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Williamstown, WV and Fairmont, WV.
1
Start on East 5th Street
56 ft
·
10 sec
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East 5th Street
2
Turn left onto Highland Avenue
1.0 mi
·
1 min
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Highland Avenue
3
Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward the route
164 ft
·
3 sec
·
the route
4
Exit the roundabout
262 ft
·
5 sec
5
Take the ramp straight toward I 77: Parkersburg
0.2 mi
·
27 sec
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I 77: Parkersburg
6
Merge slight left
8.9 mi
·
9 min
7
Take the exit slight right toward US 50: Downtown Parkersburg
0.4 mi
·
49 sec
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US 50: Downtown Parkersburg
8
Turn left onto Corridor D
72 mi
·
1 hr 25 min
·
Corridor D
9
Take the exit slight right toward I 79 North
0.6 mi
·
1 min
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I 79 North
10
Merge slight left onto Senator Jennings Randolph Highway
16 mi
·
17 min
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Senator Jennings Randolph Highway
11
Take the exit slight right toward WV 273 North: Downtown, Fairmont
0.4 mi
·
55 sec
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WV 273 North: Downtown, Fairmont
12
Turn left onto Fairmont Gateway Connector
0.8 mi
·
1 min
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Fairmont Gateway Connector
13
Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward Fairmont Gateway Connector
121 ft
·
3 sec
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Fairmont Gateway Connector
14
Exit the roundabout onto Fairmont Gateway Connector
0.2 mi
·
24 sec
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Fairmont Gateway Connector
15
Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward Fairmont Gateway Connector
128 ft
·
3 sec
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Fairmont Gateway Connector
16
Exit the roundabout onto Fairmont Gateway Connector
0.2 mi
·
25 sec
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Fairmont Gateway Connector
17
Continue on Jefferson Street
0.3 mi
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58 sec
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Jefferson Street
18
Arrive at your destination
Trip Plan
Since this is a relatively short trip, you have plenty of flexibility to plan your departure around your personal schedule. You will not need to worry about planning for major stops, as the 1 hour and 41-minute duration is manageable in one go. If you are sensitive to winding roads, consider leaving during daylight hours to ensure better visibility on the turns. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge before you head out, as the $16 estimate is based on typical conditions and local road consumption. Because there are no designated stops on this itinerary, ensure your vehicle is prepped and your refreshments are packed before you leave Williamstown.
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 50.7 miles from Williamstown, WV, or about 50m 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 20m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 50.7 miles or 50m 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 23m
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 Williamstown, 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 Williamstown, WV
This is one driving day of about 101.4 miles and 1h 41m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Williamstown, 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 50.7 mi from Williamstown, WV · 50m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
51 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 50.7 miles from Williamstown, 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
$15.86 one way
$31.71 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
36 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.34 | $17.34 | $34.68 |
| premium | $4.70 | $18.77 | $37.53 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $22.39 | $44.78 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$16
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$41–$66
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 35.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $11 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 30.4 | 0 | $10.65 | $4.87 |
| Efficient EV | 25.4 | 0 | $8.87 | $4.06 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 40.6 | 0 | $14.20 | $6.49 |
Gas CO2
35 kg
EV CO2
12 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
Fairmont, WV
Evening in Fairmont on Tuesday
Local time
6:01 PM
EDT
Current temp
82°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
74°F
Newtown, PA
51 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
24 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 41m 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 Williamstown, WV to Fairmont, WV covers 101.4 miles and takes about 1h 41m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Highland Avenue, the route, I 77. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 50.7 miles from Williamstown, WV. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $15.86 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 Williamstown, WV to Fairmont, WV is easy. At 1h 41m 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 Williamstown, WV to Fairmont, WV is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Williamstown, WV to Fairmont, WV does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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