Clarksburg to Culloden is 150.9 miles and takes about 2h 48m via Senator Jennings Randolph Highway and I 64, with a fuel budget near $24 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This drive stays within West Virginia, moving from the Southeast region to another part of the Southeast. Expect a route with frequent turns, typical of local travel, rather than a straight shot. It's a manageable journey perfect for a single day, offering a straightforward way to get from point A to point B without extensive planning.
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
75.4 miles from Clarksburg, WV
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 1h 23m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
Senator Jennings Randolph Highway
117.3 mi
2h 5m
I 64
24.1 mi
26m
East Main Street
1.6 mi
2m
West Main Street
1.6 mi
2m
I 77
1.4 mi
1m
Philippi Pike
1 mi
1m
US 60
0.7 mi
1m
Philippi PIke
0.6 mi
<1m
Longest stretch:
Senator Jennings Randolph Highway
— 117.3 mi, about 2h 5m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Clarksburg, WV and Culloden, WV.
Given the 2h 48m duration and 150.9-mile length, this trip is ideal for a single day, offering plenty of flexibility for when you depart. You can easily complete this drive with just one planned stop, so consider making it midway to stretch your legs. Keep an eye on your fuel levels, especially when off the main highway sections, as the estimated fuel cost is $24. A good tip for this route is to familiarize yourself with the Senator Jennings Randolph Highway, as it accounts for the longest stretch and will likely be where you spend a significant portion of your driving time.
Morning Departure
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch.
Evening Departure
Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 75.4 miles from Clarksburg, WV, or about 1h 23m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 117.3 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 33 miles or 37m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 75.4 miles or 1h 23m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 2h 15m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Culloden, WV than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Clarksburg, 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 Clarksburg, WV
This is one driving day of about 150.9 miles and 2h 48m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 33 miles from Clarksburg, 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 Senator Jennings Randolph Highway for about 117.3 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 13
5 decision points cluster between mile 1.9 and 147.4 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
4
1.9 mi into trip|~3m in|CR 23/9 / Philippi Pike
At end of road, turn right onto CR 23/9 / Philippi Pike
Navigation decision point
6
3.7 mi into trip|~6m in
Take the ramp toward I 79 South
Complex interchange - multiple decisions in a short stretch
Toward I 79 South
5
122.7 mi into trip|~2h 14m in
Take the exit toward I 64 West, US 119 South: Huntington
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward I 64 West, US 119 South: Huntington
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122.9 mi into trip|~2h 14m in
Keep slight left at fork
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
4
147.4 mi into trip|~2h 41m in
Take the exit toward CR 19: Hurricane
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Toward CR 19: Hurricane
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$23.60 one way
$47.19 round trip
$3.97/gal25.4 MPG avg53 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.34
$25.80
$51.60
premium
$4.70
$27.93
$55.86
diesel
$5.61
$33.32
$66.63
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$24
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$49–$74
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 52.8 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $16 in charging
· 0 stops
· 66% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
45.3
0
$15.84
$7.24
Efficient EV
37.7
0
$13.20
$6.04
EV Truck/SUV
60.4
0
$21.13
$9.66
Gas CO2
53 kg
EV CO2
18 kg (66% 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.
Forecast as of Apr 18, 2026
Origin
Clarksburg, WV
Late night
in Clarksburg on Sunday
Local time
4:13 AM
EDT
Current temp
57°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Culloden, WV
Late night
in Culloden on Sunday
Local time
4:13 AM
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
12 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
2h 48m 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.
National Parks Near This Route
Worth a detour if your schedule allows.
Gauley River National Recreation Area
National Recreation Area
The 25 miles of free-flowing Gauley River and the six miles of the Meadow River pass through scenic gorges and valleys containing a wide variety of natural and cultural features. The Gauley River cont...
26 mi from route
~65 min detour
Free
near mile 88.4
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
This journey is characterized as a 'turn-heavy local drive,' suggesting you'll navigate a variety of road types. With only 17% of the route on highways, much of your time will be spent on local roads with more frequent changes in direction. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll experience is 117.3 miles on the Senator Jennings Randolph Highway, offering a brief period of more consistent travel before you encounter more varied road conditions. Prepare for a dynamic driving experience that requires attention to navigation as you transition between different types of roadways.
Only 17% highway — the rest is turn-by-turn surface driving.
20 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 117.3 mi on Senator Jennings Randolph Highway.
How Hard Is This Drive?
4/10
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 1.9 miles in near CR 23/9 / Philippi Pike.
Driving Effort4/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 2h 48m drive. You will face about 13 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 1.9 miles (CR 23/9 / Philippi Pike): Navigation decision point; at 3.7 miles: Complex interchange - multiple decisions in a short stretch; at 122.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 48m. Total distance: 150.9 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Mostly surface roads route profile with national parks nearby.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 117.3 miles on Senator Jennings Randolph Highway. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Yes, with realistic expectations. Build in a stop roughly every 2 hours, have snacks and activities ready, and check the Nearby Places tabs for kid-friendly stops along the way.
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 1.9 miles (CR 23/9 / Philippi Pike): Navigation decision point; at 3.7 miles: Complex interchange - multiple decisions in a short stretch; at 122.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Yes — Gauley River National Recreation Area. See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Culloden, WV before heading back.
