Origin
Ceredo, WV
Night in Ceredo on Saturday
Local time
9:09 PM
EDT
Current temp
50°F
Unavailable
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
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Ceredo, WV
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Weirton, WV
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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 .
| 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 |
Step-by-step road directions between Ceredo, WV and Weirton, WV.
Start on Main Street
Turn right onto US 60
Continue on US 60
Continue on US 60
Continue on US 60
Take the ramp
Merge onto US 52
Keep slight left at fork
Merge onto I 64
Take the exit
Turn left onto WV 193
Turn right onto WV 2
Continue on WV 2
Continue on WV 2
Continue on WV 2
At end of road, turn right onto WV 2; WV 62
Turn left onto WV 2
Take the exit onto WV 2
Keep slight right at fork onto WV 2
Continue on WV 2
Continue on WV 2
Continue on WV 2
Turn right onto WV 2
Continue on WV 2
Continue on WV 2
Continue on WV 2
Continue on WV 2
Turn left onto WV 2 Spur
Continue on SR 872
Take the exit
Continue on SR 7
Turn left onto Slack Street
Turn right onto South 4th Street
Turn left onto Franklin Avenue
Turn right onto North 7th Street
Take the ramp
Merge onto US 22
Keep slight right at fork onto WV 2
Arrive at destination
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.
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.
Open the route before leaving Ceredo, 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 Ceredo, WV
This is one driving day of about 225.7 miles and 4h 34m.
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
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.
A short stop after about 50 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
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 checkTop 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.
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.
Take the exit toward WV 2, WV 193: Barboursville
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
At end of road, turn right onto WV 2; WV 62
Navigation decision point
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
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
Keep slight right at fork onto WV 2 toward WV 2 North: Downtown Weirton
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Regular Gas
$35.29 one way
$70.59 round trip
| 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.
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Origin
Night in Ceredo on Saturday
Local time
9:09 PM
EDT
Current temp
50°F
Unavailable
Destination
Night in Weirton on Saturday
Local time
9:09 PM
EDT
Current temp
81°F
Partly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
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
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.
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.
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.
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.
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
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.
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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