Origin
Buffalo, WV
Morning in Buffalo on Sunday
Local time
7:57 AM
EDT
Current temp
57°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Buffalo, WV to Weirton Heights, WV
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
3h 52m
Distance
180.4 mi
290 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$28
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
3h 39m
★
6 AM
3h 52m
8 AM
4h 18m
10 AM
4h 1m
12 PM
3h 59m
3 PM
4h 2m
5 PM
4h 17m
8 PM
3h 44m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Buffalo, WV
Nitesh Mehera
Weirton Heights, WV
Federated Art
Trip Overview
Buffalo, WV to Weirton Heights, WV is 180.4 miles and takes about 3h 52m via WV 2, SR 7, and North State Rt. 2, with a fuel budget near $28 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This trip stays entirely within West Virginia's Southeast region, offering a mixed drive that's manageable for a single day. You'll be on a combination of state and local roads for most of the journey. It's a straightforward route for those looking to cover ground efficiently without extensive highway time. Consider this drive if you prefer a less intense travel experience.
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
90.2 miles from Buffalo, WV
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 57m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| WV 2 | 49.6 mi | 56m |
| SR 7 | 34.1 mi | 44m |
| North State Rt. 2 | 22.4 mi | 27m |
| 2nd Street | 16.9 mi | 19m |
| State Route 2 | 11.7 mi | 13m |
| Leon Baden Road | 6.1 mi | 10m |
| Emerson Avenue | 5 mi | 5m |
| Wells Street | 5 mi | 5m |
Longest stretch:
WV 2
— 49.6 mi, about 56m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Buffalo, WV and Weirton Heights, WV.
1
Start on River Street
34 ft
·
8 sec
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River Street
2
Turn sharp left onto WV 62
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
WV 62
3
Continue on this road
2.3 mi
·
3 min
·
this road
4
Continue on this road
428 ft
·
8 sec
·
this road
5
Continue on Charleston Road
3.1 mi
·
5 min
·
Charleston Road
6
Continue on WV 62
3.6 mi
·
6 min
·
WV 62
7
Turn right onto CR 23
6.1 mi
·
10 min
·
Leon Baden Road
8
Turn left onto CR 23
0.7 mi
·
2 min
·
Baur Road
9
Turn straight onto WV 87
2.4 mi
·
4 min
·
WV 87
10
Turn slight right onto WV 87
0.1 mi
·
27 sec
·
State Route 87
11
Merge onto WV 2
15 mi
·
19 min
·
WV 2
12
Turn left onto WV 2
34 mi
·
36 min
·
WV 2
13
Take the exit onto WV 2
0.4 mi
·
47 sec
·
WV 2
Toward WV 2 North, WV 68 South: Vienna, North Parkersburg
14
Keep slight right at fork onto WV 2
136 ft
·
3 sec
·
WV 2
Toward WV 2 North, WV 68 South: Vienna, North Parkersburg
15
Continue on WV 2
5.0 mi
·
5 min
·
Emerson Avenue
16
Continue on WV 2
12 mi
·
13 min
·
State Route 2
17
Continue on WV 2
17 mi
·
19 min
·
2nd Street
18
Turn right onto WV 2
5.0 mi
·
5 min
·
Wells Street
19
Continue on WV 2
4.3 mi
·
4 min
·
Vine Street
20
Continue on WV 2
2.0 mi
·
2 min
·
3rd Street
21
Continue on WV 2
1.3 mi
·
1 min
·
North State Route 2
22
Continue on WV 2
22 mi
·
27 min
·
North State Rt. 2
23
Turn left onto WV 2 Spur
0.4 mi
·
30 sec
·
12th Street
24
Continue on SR 872
0.3 mi
·
27 sec
·
SR 872
25
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
35 sec
26
Continue on SR 7
34 mi
·
44 min
·
SR 7
27
Turn left onto Slack Street
519 ft
·
14 sec
·
Slack Street
28
Turn right onto South 4th Street
1.1 mi
·
2 min
·
South 4th Street
29
Turn left onto Franklin Avenue
0.3 mi
·
38 sec
·
Franklin Avenue
30
Turn right onto North 7th Street
0.1 mi
·
23 sec
·
North 7th Street
31
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
20 sec
32
Merge onto US 22
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
Veterans Memorial Bridge
33
Keep slight left at fork onto US 22
3.5 mi
·
4 min
·
US 22
34
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
25 sec
Toward CR 13: Three Springs Drive
35
Keep slight right at fork
352 ft
·
10 sec
36
Turn straight onto CR 13
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Three Springs Drive
37
At end of road, turn right onto CR 507
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Cove Road
38
Turn sharp left onto WV 105
45 ft
·
0 sec
·
Pennsylvania Avenue
39
Arrive at destination
WV 105
Trip Plan
With a duration of under 4 hours, this is a perfect same-day trip, giving you flexibility on when to depart. You'll want to start with a full tank of gas, especially considering the longest stretch without a planned stop is nearly 50 miles. While the route has only one recommended stop, factor in additional brief breaks as needed, especially if you're driving during warmer months. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge; with a $28 estimated cost, it's wise to top off when you see prices that fit your budget, rather than waiting until you're nearly empty. Pay attention to posted speed limits as you move between different road types.
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 90.2 miles from Buffalo, WV, or about 1h 57m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 49.6 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 40 miles or 1h 1m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 90.2 miles or 1h 57m 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 6m
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 Buffalo, 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 Buffalo, WV
This is one driving day of about 180.4 miles and 3h 52m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 40 miles from Buffalo, 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 WV 2 for about 49.6 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
90 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 40 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 90.2 miles from Buffalo, WV, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 215 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 174.1 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
0 mi into trip
|
~0m in
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WV 62
Turn sharp left onto WV 62
Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach
5
68.5 mi into trip
|
~1h 31m 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
68.9 mi into trip
|
~1h 32m 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...
5
138.3 mi into trip
|
~2h 53m in
Take the exit
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
5
174.1 mi into trip
|
~3h 41m in
|
North 7th Street
Turn right onto North 7th Street
Navigation decision point
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$28.21 one way
$56.42 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
63 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.34 | $30.85 | $61.69 |
| premium | $4.70 | $33.39 | $66.78 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $39.83 | $79.66 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$28
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$53–$78
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 63.1 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $19 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 54.1 | 0 | $18.94 | $8.66 |
| Efficient EV | 45.1 | 0 | $15.79 | $7.22 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 72.2 | 0 | $25.26 | $11.55 |
Gas CO2
63 kg
EV CO2
21 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
Weirton Heights, WV
Morning in Weirton Heights on Sunday
Local time
7:57 AM
EDT
Current temp
72°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
15 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 52m 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.
What kind of drive is this?
This route features a 60% highway share, meaning you'll spend a good portion of your time on faster roads, but expect a mixed drive overall. The longest uninterrupted stretch is 49.6 miles along WV 2, offering a chance to settle in. As you transition between WV 2, SR 7, and North State Rt. 2, the road character will vary, likely shifting from wider, more open sections to potentially tighter or more local-feeling segments. This dynamic makes for a varied driving experience, avoiding the monotony of a pure interstate cruise.
60% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
39 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 49.6 mi on WV 2.
How Hard Is This Drive?
8/10
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near WV 62.
Driving Effort
8/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 21 significant decision points across 180.4 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: near the start (WV 62): Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach; at 68.5 miles (WV 2): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 68.9 miles (WV 2): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
On the drive from Buffalo, WV to Weirton Heights, WV, road signs begin pointing toward Parkersburg along the way.
Parkersburg
68.5 mi in
|
~1h 31m
|
via WV 2
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 3h 52m. Total distance: 180.4 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
3h 52m drive, comfortable solo distance.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 49.6 miles on WV 2. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
We did not find dedicated rest areas on this route. For a drive this long, plan bathroom and stretch breaks around gas stations, fast-food stops, or small-town downtowns — check the Nearby Places section for options.
It helps. This route has a higher-than-average number of complex decision points, which get harder in the dark. If the last hour of the trip is on surface roads or mountain grades, aim to arrive at Weirton Heights, WV before sunset when you can. Check the Trip Plan for departure windows that land you in daylight.
Only with planning. This is a long drive for kids — consider splitting it into two days rather than pushing through. Plan at least 1 meaningful breaks. Dedicated rest areas are limited, so plan gas or food stops as your bathroom breaks.
Mostly yes along the main roads, but rural stretches through WV can have sparse or no coverage. Before you leave, download offline Google Maps or Apple Maps for the route, and consider downloading music or podcasts instead of streaming. If you depend on data for navigation, keep a paper backup of the turn-by-turn directions.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (WV 62): Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach; at 68.5 miles (WV 2): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 68.9 miles (WV 2): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Possible but tiring. At 3.9 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 7.7 hours — manageable with a long break at Weirton Heights, WV, but most travelers stay overnight.
How this page is built
Compiled by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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