Origin
Chapmanville, WV
Night in Chapmanville on Saturday
Local time
9:15 PM
EDT
Current temp
52°F
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Live forecast
Trip from Chapmanville, 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
4h 37m
Distance
234.9 mi
378 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$37
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
4h 24m
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6 AM
4h 37m
8 AM
5h 4m
10 AM
4h 47m
12 PM
4h 44m
3 PM
4h 48m
5 PM
5h 3m
8 PM
4h 29m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Chapmanville, WV
Federated Art
Weirton Heights, WV
Federated Art
Trip Overview
Chapmanville to Weirton Heights is 234.9 miles and takes about 4h 37m via I 77 and US 119, with a fuel budget near $37 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This trip stays within West Virginia, moving from the Southeast region to another part of the Southeast. It's a straightforward drive, mostly on major highways, making it a good option if you need to cover ground efficiently. Plan for a single-day trip, as the duration is manageable.
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
117.4 miles from Chapmanville, WV
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 10m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 77 | 78.4 mi | 1h 24m |
| US 119 | 43.7 mi | 50m |
| 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 |
| Emerson Avenue | 5 mi | 5m |
| Wells Street | 5 mi | 5m |
Longest stretch:
I 77
— 78.4 mi, about 1h 24m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Chapmanville, WV and Weirton Heights, WV.
1
Start on 2nd Street
97 ft
·
4 sec
·
2nd Street
2
Turn right onto WV 10
31 ft
·
7 sec
·
Lincoln Highway
3
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
24 sec
4
Merge onto US 119
43 mi
·
49 min
·
US 119
5
Turn left
0.4 mi
·
49 sec
6
Keep slight right at fork onto US 119
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
US 119
Toward I 64 East, I 77, I 79, US 119 North: Charleston, Beckley
Use the slight right lane.
7
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
30 sec
Toward I 77 North, I 79: Parkersburg
8
Merge onto I 77
1.5 mi
·
1 min
·
I 77
9
Keep slight left at fork onto I 77
77 mi
·
1 hr 22 min
·
I 77
Toward I 77 North: Parkersburg
10
Take the exit onto WV 2
0.4 mi
·
47 sec
·
WV 2
Toward WV 2 North, WV 68 South: Vienna, North Parkersburg
11
Keep slight right at fork onto WV 2
136 ft
·
3 sec
·
WV 2
Toward WV 2 North, WV 68 South: Vienna, North Parkersburg
12
Continue on WV 2
5.0 mi
·
5 min
·
Emerson Avenue
13
Continue on WV 2
12 mi
·
13 min
·
State Route 2
14
Continue on WV 2
17 mi
·
19 min
·
2nd Street
15
Turn right onto WV 2
5.0 mi
·
5 min
·
Wells Street
16
Continue on WV 2
4.3 mi
·
4 min
·
Vine Street
17
Continue on WV 2
2.0 mi
·
2 min
·
3rd Street
18
Continue on WV 2
1.3 mi
·
1 min
·
North State Route 2
19
Continue on WV 2
22 mi
·
27 min
·
North State Rt. 2
20
Turn left onto WV 2 Spur
0.4 mi
·
30 sec
·
12th Street
21
Continue on SR 872
0.3 mi
·
27 sec
·
SR 872
22
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
35 sec
23
Continue on SR 7
34 mi
·
44 min
·
SR 7
24
Turn left onto Slack Street
519 ft
·
14 sec
·
Slack Street
25
Turn right onto South 4th Street
1.1 mi
·
2 min
·
South 4th Street
26
Turn left onto Franklin Avenue
0.3 mi
·
38 sec
·
Franklin Avenue
27
Turn right onto North 7th Street
0.1 mi
·
23 sec
·
North 7th Street
28
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
20 sec
29
Merge onto US 22
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
Veterans Memorial Bridge
30
Keep slight left at fork onto US 22
3.5 mi
·
4 min
·
US 22
31
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
25 sec
Toward CR 13: Three Springs Drive
32
Keep slight right at fork
352 ft
·
10 sec
33
Turn straight onto CR 13
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Three Springs Drive
34
At end of road, turn right onto CR 507
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Cove Road
35
Turn sharp left onto WV 105
45 ft
·
0 sec
·
Pennsylvania Avenue
36
Arrive at destination
WV 105
Trip Plan
Consider leaving Chapmanville in the morning to make the most of daylight for the 4h 37m drive. With only one recommended stop and a manageable distance of 234.9 miles, you have flexibility in pacing. Keep an eye on your fuel, especially during the 78.4-mile stretch on I 77, and aim to refuel before heading off the main highways. The estimated fuel cost is around $37, so budget accordingly.
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 117.4 miles from Chapmanville, WV, or about 2h 10m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 78.4 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 52 miles or 1h in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 117.4 miles or 2h 10m 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 38m
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 Chapmanville, 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 Chapmanville, WV
This is one driving day of about 234.9 miles and 4h 37m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 52 miles from Chapmanville, 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 I 77 for about 78.4 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
117 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 52 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 117.4 miles from Chapmanville, WV, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before I 77 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 78.4 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 245 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 123.4 — 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
|
WV 10 / Lincoln Highway
Turn right onto WV 10 / Lincoln Highway
Navigation decision point
8
43.3 mi into trip
|
~50m in
|
US 119
Keep slight right at fork onto US 119 toward I 64 East, I 77, I 79, US 119 North: Charleston, Beckley
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Toward I 64 East, I 77, I 79, US 119 North: Cha...
5
44.3 mi into trip
|
~51m in
Take the exit toward I 77 North, I 79: Parkersburg
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward I 77 North, I 79: Parkersburg
5
46.2 mi into trip
|
~54m in
|
I 77
Keep slight left at fork onto I 77 toward I 77 North: Parkersburg
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Toward I 77 North: Parkersburg
6
123.4 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...
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$36.73 one way
$73.47 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
82 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.34 | $40.16 | $80.33 |
| premium | $4.70 | $43.47 | $86.95 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $51.86 | $103.73 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$37
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$62–$87
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 82.2 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $25 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 70.5 | 0 | $24.66 | $11.28 |
| Efficient EV | 58.7 | 0 | $20.55 | $9.40 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 94 | 1 | $32.89 | $15.03 |
Gas CO2
82 kg
EV CO2
27 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.
Destination
Weirton Heights, WV
Night in Weirton Heights on Saturday
Local time
9:15 PM
EDT
Current temp
69°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
17 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 37m 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 route is heavily highway-focused, with 74% of the drive on major roads like I 77 and US 119. You'll experience a long stretch of 78.4 miles on I 77, offering consistent cruising. The transition to surface roads will occur as you get closer to your destination, shifting the driving experience to more local routes.
74% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
36 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 78.4 mi on I 77.
How Hard Is This Drive?
7/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 77 and US 119. 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 10 / Lincoln Highway.
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 24 significant decision points across 234.9 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 10 / Lincoln Highway): Navigation decision point; at 43.3 miles (US 119): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 44.3 miles: 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.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Chapmanville, WV and Weirton Heights, WV, road signs point toward Beckley and Parkersburg.
Beckley
43.3 mi in
|
~50m
|
via US 119
Parkersburg
123.1 mi in
|
~2h 16m
|
via WV 2
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 4h 37m. Total distance: 234.9 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
4h 37m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (74%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 78.4 miles on I 77. 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 10 / Lincoln Highway): Navigation decision point; at 43.3 miles (US 119): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 44.3 miles: 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 9.2 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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