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Trip from Ceredo, WV to Weirton, WV

Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards

Drive Time

4h 34m

Distance

225.7 mi

363 km

Drive Score

9/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$35

one way

EV Charging

Unknown

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 40 min
4 AM
4h 21m ★
6 AM
4h 34m
8 AM
5h 1m
10 AM
4h 43m
12 PM
4h 41m
3 PM
4h 45m
5 PM
4h 59m
8 PM
4h 26m

Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.

Downtown Ceredo, WV, WV

Ceredo, WV

Arturo Añez.

city in West Virginia, United States

Weirton, WV

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Trip Overview

Ceredo to Weirton is 225.7 miles and takes about 4h 34m via WV 2, with a fuel budget near $35 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This trip stays within West Virginia, connecting the Southeast region from start to finish. Expect a mixed drive with a significant portion on state highways, suggesting a more local feel than a pure interstate journey. With only one recommended stop and a manageable duration, this route is well-suited for a single day of travel, allowing you to reach your destination without feeling overly rushed.

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

112.9 miles from Ceredo, WV

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 13m into the drive .

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
WV 2 66.2 mi 1h 18m
SR 7 34.1 mi 44m
North State Rt. 2 22.4 mi 27m
Huntington Road 20.8 mi 23m
2nd Street 16.9 mi 19m
Ohio River Road 12.2 mi 13m
State Route 2 11.7 mi 13m
I 64 11 mi 12m
Longest stretch: WV 2 — 66.2 mi, about 1h 18m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Ceredo, WV and Weirton, WV.

1

Start on Main Street

17 ft · 4 sec · Main Street
2

Turn right onto US 60

0.6 mi · 1 min · C Street
3

Continue on US 60

2.7 mi · 4 min · Waverly Road
4

Continue on US 60

0.1 mi · 12 sec · Auburn Road
5

Continue on US 60

0.8 mi · 1 min · Adams Avenue
6

Take the ramp

0.1 mi · 18 sec
7

Merge onto US 52

0.5 mi · 39 sec · Irl Duling Boulevard
8

Keep slight left at fork

0.5 mi · 1 min
9

Merge onto I 64

11 mi · 12 min · I 64
10

Take the exit

0.3 mi · 38 sec
Toward WV 2, WV 193: Barboursville
11

Turn left onto WV 193

3.3 mi · 3 min · Big Ben Bowen Highway
Use the straight lane.
12

Turn right onto WV 2

12 mi · 13 min · Ohio River Road
13

Continue on WV 2

21 mi · 23 min · Huntington Road
14

Continue on WV 2

0.1 mi · 7 sec · Viand Street
15

Continue on WV 2

0.3 mi · 25 sec · WV 2
16

At end of road, turn right onto WV 2; WV 62

29 mi · 35 min · WV 2; WV 62
17

Turn left onto WV 2

34 mi · 36 min · WV 2
18

Take the exit onto WV 2

0.4 mi · 47 sec · WV 2
Toward WV 2 North, WV 68 South: Vienna, North Parkersburg
19

Keep slight right at fork onto WV 2

136 ft · 3 sec · WV 2
Toward WV 2 North, WV 68 South: Vienna, North Parkersburg
20

Continue on WV 2

5.0 mi · 5 min · Emerson Avenue
21

Continue on WV 2

12 mi · 13 min · State Route 2
22

Continue on WV 2

17 mi · 19 min · 2nd Street
23

Turn right onto WV 2

5.0 mi · 5 min · Wells Street
24

Continue on WV 2

4.3 mi · 4 min · Vine Street
25

Continue on WV 2

2.0 mi · 2 min · 3rd Street
26

Continue on WV 2

1.3 mi · 1 min · North State Route 2
27

Continue on WV 2

22 mi · 27 min · North State Rt. 2
28

Turn left onto WV 2 Spur

0.4 mi · 30 sec · 12th Street
29

Continue on SR 872

0.3 mi · 27 sec · SR 872
30

Take the exit

0.2 mi · 35 sec
31

Continue on SR 7

34 mi · 44 min · SR 7
32

Turn left onto Slack Street

519 ft · 14 sec · Slack Street
33

Turn right onto South 4th Street

1.1 mi · 2 min · South 4th Street
34

Turn left onto Franklin Avenue

0.3 mi · 38 sec · Franklin Avenue
35

Turn right onto North 7th Street

0.1 mi · 23 sec · North 7th Street
36

Take the ramp

0.2 mi · 20 sec
37

Merge onto US 22

0.9 mi · 1 min · Veterans Memorial Bridge
38

Keep slight right at fork onto WV 2

2.6 mi · 5 min · WV 2
Exit 2 Toward WV 2 North: Downtown Weirton
39

Arrive at destination

WV 2

Trip Plan

Given the 4h 34m duration, starting your drive in the morning is advisable to make the most of daylight. You'll only need one stop along the way, so plan it strategically for a meal or a break. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, especially before embarking on the 66.2-mile stretch on WV 2, as services might be less frequent on certain highway sections. The estimated fuel cost is around $35, so factor that into your budget. Since this is a single-day trip, you have flexibility; however, being aware of the road type can help you anticipate your pace.

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 112.9 miles from Ceredo, WV, or about 2h 13m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 66.2 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 50 miles or 1h 1m in

Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.

Halfway reset

Around 112.9 miles or 2h 13m 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 37m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Weirton, WV than in the middle of the route.

Before You Leave

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Open the route before leaving Ceredo, 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 Ceredo, WV

This is one driving day of about 225.7 miles and 4h 34m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 50 miles from Ceredo, 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 66.2 miles.

Where to Stop

Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.

city in and county seat of Wood County, West Virginia

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Parkersburg, WV

113 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

Point Pleasant, WV

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 50 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Parkersburg, WV

Meal break

The midpoint is around 112.9 miles from Ceredo, WV, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Before the longest stretch

Fuel check

Top up before WV 2 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 66.2 miles.

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 20

5 decision points cluster between mile 16.4 and 223.2 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.

5
16.4 mi into trip | ~22m in

Take the exit toward WV 2, WV 193: Barboursville

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Toward WV 2, WV 193: Barboursville
5
53.4 mi into trip | ~1h 5m in | WV 2; WV 62

At end of road, turn right onto WV 2; WV 62

Navigation decision point

5
116.4 mi into trip | ~2h 17m 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
116.7 mi into trip | ~2h 17m 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...
6
223.2 mi into trip | ~4h 28m in | WV 2

Keep slight right at fork onto WV 2 toward WV 2 North: Downtown Weirton

Highway fork - watch signs carefully

Exit 2 Toward WV 2 North: Downtown Weirton

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$35.29 one way

$70.59 round trip

$3.97/gal 25.4 MPG avg 79 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.34 $38.59 $77.18
premium $4.70 $41.77 $83.54
diesel $5.61 $49.83 $99.66

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$35

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$60–$85

Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.

Estimated CO2 emission: 79 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $24 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 67.7 0 $23.70 $10.83
Efficient EV 56.4 0 $19.75 $9.03
EV Truck/SUV 90.3 1 $31.60 $14.44

Gas CO2

79 kg

EV CO2

26 kg (67% less)

Plan for 0 charging stops, roughly every 270 miles. Allow 25-40 minutes per stop at a DC fast charger.

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.

Forecast as of Apr 16, 2026

Origin

Ceredo, WV

Night in Ceredo on Saturday

Local time

9:09 PM

EDT

Current temp

50°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Weirton, WV

Night in Weirton on Saturday

Local time

9:09 PM

EDT

Current temp

81°F

Partly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

SW 8 to 13 mph 65% chance 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

31 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 34m 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.

What kind of drive is this?

This drive offers a mixed experience, with 55% of it on highway. You'll navigate primarily on WV 2, which can feel like a local road at times, interspersed with some highway stretches. The longest uninterrupted segment you'll encounter is 66.2 miles on WV 2, giving you a solid block of driving before needing to adjust. The road character will likely shift as you progress, offering a varied driving experience rather than a monotonous one.

55% highway, the rest on surface roads — varied driving throughout.
39 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 66.2 mi on WV 2.

How Hard Is This Drive?

7/10

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 around 16.4 miles in.

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 20 significant decision points across 225.7 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 16.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 53.4 miles (WV 2; WV 62): Navigation decision point; at 116.4 miles (WV 2): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. 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.

On the drive from Ceredo, WV to Weirton, WV, road signs begin pointing toward Parkersburg along the way.

Parkersburg

116.4 mi in | ~2h 17m | via WV 2

Who Is This Route For?

Weekend Trip

Doable as a same-day drive at 4h 34m. Total distance: 225.7 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

4h 34m drive, comfortable solo distance.

Frequently Asked Questions

The longest stretch is about 66.2 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, 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: at 16.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 53.4 miles (WV 2; WV 62): Navigation decision point; at 116.4 miles (WV 2): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.

Possible but tiring. At 4.6 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 9.1 hours — manageable with a long break at Weirton, 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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