Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
2h 42m
Distance
147.9 mi
238 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$23
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Bridgeport, WV
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Hurricane, WV
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Spanning 147.9 miles, this drive from Bridgeport to Hurricane typically takes about 2 hours and 42 minutes to complete. You will primarily navigate via the Senator Jennings Randolph Highway and I-64, making this a straightforward journey that fits easily into a single day of travel. With an estimated fuel cost of $24, it is an economical route for those moving through the Southeast region of West Virginia. While the drive is manageable in one sitting, you may want to plan for at least one stop to break up the time behind the wheel. It serves as a practical connection between these two West Virginia communities, offering a reliable path without the need for an overnight stay.
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
74 miles from Bridgeport, WV
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 20m into the drive .
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Senator Jennings Randolph Highway | 118.5 mi | 2h 7m |
| I 64 | 24.1 mi | 26m |
| West Main Street | 1.7 mi | 2m |
| I 77 | 1.4 mi | 1m |
| Hurricane Creek Road | 0.4 mi | <1m |
| North Virginia Avenue | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| Midland Trail | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| Teays Valley Road | 0.1 mi | <1m |
Step-by-step road directions between Bridgeport, WV and Hurricane, WV.
Start on CR 24
Turn right onto US 50
Turn left
Merge onto I 79
Merge onto I 77
Take the exit
Keep slight left at fork
Merge onto I 64
Take the exit
Turn left onto CR 19
Turn right onto WV 34
Continue on WV 34
Turn right onto WV 34 Alternate
Turn slight right
Arrive at destination
Given the 2 hour and 42 minute duration, you have plenty of flexibility to plan your departure time based on your own schedule. Since the route is turn-heavy, aim to travel during daylight hours to better navigate the local roads safely. You should budget approximately $24 for fuel, though keeping an eye on your tank before hitting the longest 118.5-mile stretch is a smart precaution. With only one recommended stop, use that break strategically to stretch your legs after navigating the more technical segments of the drive. This short timeframe allows you to focus on the road ahead while maintaining a comfortable pace throughout the entire 147.9-mile trip.
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.
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 33 miles or 36m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 74 miles or 1h 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 2h 11m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Hurricane, WV than in the middle of the route.
Open the route before leaving Bridgeport, 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 Bridgeport, WV
This is one driving day of about 147.9 miles and 2h 42m.
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
74 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.
A short stop after about 33 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 74 miles from Bridgeport, WV, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before Senator Jennings Randolph Highway if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 118.5 miles.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
5 decision points cluster between mile 1.9 and 147.2 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
Turn left toward I 79 South
Navigation decision point
Take the exit toward I 64 West, US 119 South: Huntington
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Keep slight left at fork
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Take the exit toward CR 19: Hurricane
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Turn left onto CR 19 / Hurricane Creek Road
Navigation decision point
Regular Gas
$23.13 one way
$46.26 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.34 | $25.29 | $50.58 |
| premium | $4.70 | $27.37 | $54.75 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $32.65 | $65.31 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$23
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$48–$73
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 51.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $16 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 44.4 | 0 | $15.53 | $7.10 |
| Efficient EV | 37 | 0 | $12.94 | $5.92 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 59.2 | 0 | $20.71 | $9.47 |
Gas CO2
52 kg
EV CO2
17 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.
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Origin
Late night in Bridgeport on Sunday
Local time
3:52 AM
EDT
Current temp
40°F
Mostly Clear
Destination
Late night in Hurricane on Sunday
Local time
3:52 AM
EDT
Current temp
43°F
Mostly Clear
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
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
The weather snapshot is not static. If you are leaving later, give both cities one more quick forecast check before departure.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
Worth a detour if your schedule allows.
National Recreation Area
The 25 miles of free-flowing Gauley River and the six miles of the Meadow River pass through scenic gorges and valleys containing a wide variety of natural and cultural features. The Gauley River cont...
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
Expect a turn-heavy local drive that demands your full attention rather than a monotonous interstate cruise. Only 17% of this route consists of highway driving, meaning you will spend the bulk of your time navigating local roads. You will cover 118.5 miles on the Senator Jennings Randolph Highway, which represents the longest uninterrupted stretch of your journey. Because the route relies heavily on local paths, the experience behind the wheel is much more technical than a standard freeway trek. Be prepared for a winding path that shifts in character as you transition between the major highway segments and the tighter local stretches.
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. The trickiest moment comes around 1.9 miles in.
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 2h 42m drive. You will face about 11 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 1.9 miles: Navigation decision point; at 122.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 122.3 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully.
Gently rolling terrain
Total Climb
1,116 ft
Total Descent
1,423 ft
Highest Point
1,365 ft
~30.8 mi in
Elevation Range
795 ft
Bridgeport is a city in the Mountains and Lakes Country region of West Virginia.
Hurricane is a small town in the Metro Valley region of West Virginia. It is located on Interstate 64.
City content from Wikivoyage (CC BY-SA 4.0) and Wikidata (CC0).
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 42m. Total distance: 147.9 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 42m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (17%). Straightforward navigation.
Scenic Drive
Mostly surface roads route profile with national parks nearby.
Compiled by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, EIA for fuel prices, USGS 3DEP for elevation, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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