Origin
Chesapeake, WV
Late night in Chesapeake on Sunday
Local time
12:19 AM
EDT
Current temp
51°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Chesapeake, WV to Dunbar, WV
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
26m
Distance
20.3 mi
33 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$3
one way
EV Charging
Good
7 stations
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 24m
★
6 AM
0h 26m
8 AM
0h 31m
10 AM
0h 28m
12 PM
0h 27m
3 PM
0h 28m
5 PM
0h 31m
8 PM
0h 25m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Chesapeake, WV
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Dunbar, WV
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Trip Overview
If you are looking for a quick and straightforward transit between Chesapeake and Dunbar, this 20.3-mile trip is an ideal candidate for a single-day excursion. Expect to spend roughly 26 minutes behind the wheel as you navigate through the Southeast region of West Virginia. The route is highly efficient, relying primarily on the West Virginia Turnpike, I-64, and Maccorkle Avenue to get you to your destination. With a modest fuel budget of just $3, this drive is exceptionally economical for local travel. Because the trip is so brief, there is no need to plan for overnight stays, making it a perfect low-stress commute or day trip. You will find this route serves as a practical link between these two West Virginia communities, prioritizing speed and accessibility over long-distance exploration.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| West Virginia Turnpike | 11 mi | 13m |
| I 64 | 6.5 mi | 8m |
| Maccorkle Avenue | 1.9 mi | 2m |
| 10th Street | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| WV 94 | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| 125th Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
West Virginia Turnpike
— 11 mi, about 13m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Chesapeake, WV and Dunbar, WV.
1
Start on 125th Street
7 ft
·
2 sec
·
125th Street
2
Turn right onto WV 61
1.9 mi
·
2 min
·
Maccorkle Avenue
3
Turn left onto WV 94
0.2 mi
·
24 sec
·
WV 94
4
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
32 sec
5
Merge onto I 64; I 77
11 mi
·
13 min
·
West Virginia Turnpike
6
Keep slight left at fork onto I 64
6.5 mi
·
8 min
·
I 64
Exit 101
Toward I 64 West: Huntington
Use the slight left lane.
7
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
19 sec
Toward CR 25/25: Roxalana Road, Dunbar
8
Keep slight left at fork
72 ft
·
2 sec
9
Turn right onto CR 25/25
0.3 mi
·
35 sec
·
10th Street
10
Take the ramp
73 ft
·
1 sec
Toward I 64 East: Charleston
11
Arrive at destination
Toward I 64 East: Charleston
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 95 decision points cluster between mile 2.2 and 20.3 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
2.2 mi into trip
|
~3m in
Take the ramp
Navigation decision point
8
13.4 mi into trip
|
~17m in
|
I 64
Keep slight left at fork onto I 64 toward I 64 West: Huntington
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight left lane.
Exit 101
Toward I 64 West: Huntington
5
19.9 mi into trip
|
~25m in
Take the exit toward CR 25/25: Roxalana Road, Dunbar
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward CR 25/25: Roxalana Road, Dunbar
5
20 mi into trip
|
~25m in
Keep slight left at fork
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
6
20.3 mi into trip
|
~26m in
Take the ramp toward I 64 East: Charleston
Complex interchange - multiple decisions in a short stretch
Toward I 64 East: Charleston
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$3.17 one way
$6.35 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
7 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.34 | $3.47 | $6.94 |
| premium | $4.70 | $3.76 | $7.51 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $4.48 | $8.96 |
Estimated Tolls: $0.77
West Virginia Turnpike
(11 mi)
$0.77
Toll estimates based on average 2024-2025 rates. EZ-Pass/SunPass discounts may lower the actual cost.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$3
Tolls
$1
Total
$4
Estimated CO2 emission: 7.1 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $2 in charging · 0 stops · 71% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 6.1 | 0 | $2.13 | $0.97 |
| Efficient EV | 5.1 | 0 | $1.78 | $0.81 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 8.1 | 0 | $2.84 | $1.30 |
Gas CO2
7 kg
EV CO2
2 kg (71% 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
Dunbar, WV
Late night in Dunbar on Sunday
Local time
12:19 AM
EDT
Current temp
59°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
8 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
26m 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?
Expect a classic highway-focused experience, as 87% of this drive takes place on major thoroughfares. You will spend the bulk of your time at cruising speeds, including a significant 11-mile uninterrupted stretch along the West Virginia Turnpike. While the transition from the Turnpike to I-64 and eventually Maccorkle Avenue creates some variety in the road surface, the overall character remains consistent and fast-paced. Do not look for winding, technical backroads here; this drive is designed for direct connectivity rather than leisurely wandering. Being behind the wheel feels like a standard interstate run, providing a predictable and stable environment for the duration of your 26-minute journey.
87% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
11 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 11 mi on West Virginia Turnpike.
How Hard Is This Drive?
6/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on West Virginia Turnpike and I 64. You will hit about 9 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 2.2 miles in.
Driving Effort
6/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 20.3 miles you will encounter 9 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 2.2 miles: Navigation decision point; at 13.4 miles (I 64): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 19.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Elevation Profile
Mostly flat terrain
696 ft
595 ft
Total Climb
308 ft
Total Descent
320 ft
Highest Point
696 ft
~2.5 mi in
Elevation Range
102 ft
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 26m. Total distance: 20.3 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
26m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (87%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 11 miles on West Virginia Turnpike. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Expect about $0.77 in tolls one way, starting with West Virginia Turnpike. Most Northeast and Midwest toll agencies accept E-ZPass; in the West and Texas, transponders like TxTag or FasTrak apply. If you do not have a transponder, cashless tolling plates will mail a bill to the vehicle's registered address — usually with a surcharge, so a rental-car toll pass is often cheaper than paying by mail.
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 Dunbar, WV before sunset when you can. Check the Trip Plan for departure windows that land you in daylight.
Yes. At under 2 hours behind the wheel, this works well for families — plan one quick stop if you have younger kids.
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 2.2 miles: Navigation decision point; at 13.4 miles (I 64): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 19.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Dunbar, WV before heading back.
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, EIA for fuel prices, and USGS 3DEP for elevation. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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