Spanning 148.5 miles across West Virginia, this drive connects Clarksburg to Hurricane in approximately 2 hours and 44 minutes. Because the total duration is quite manageable, this route works perfectly as a straightforward day trip, eliminating the need for an overnight stay. You can expect to spend about $24 on fuel, making it a budget-friendly option for your travel plans. The journey stays entirely within the Southeast region, moving between two points in the Mountain State. With only one recommended stop, it is a convenient transit between these two cities. Use this trip when you need a reliable, efficient way to traverse this part of the state.
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
74.3 miles from Clarksburg, WV
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 1h 21m 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
West Main Street
1.6 mi
2m
I 77
1.4 mi
1m
Philippi Pike
1 mi
1m
Philippi PIke
0.6 mi
<1m
Hurricane Creek Road
0.4 mi
<1m
Broadway Avenue
0.3 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 Hurricane, WV.
Plan to depart early to make the most of your day, as the 2 hour and 44 minute travel time leaves plenty of room for flexibility. Since you only need one stop to complete the 148.5-mile trek comfortably, choose a location along the Senator Jennings Randolph Highway to break up the drive. Keep in mind that the turn-heavy nature of the route means your focus should remain sharp, particularly on the non-interstate sections. Budgeting $24 for fuel should keep you covered, but always check your levels before hitting the road. To ensure a smooth experience, prioritize your rest break somewhere near the midway point of that long 117.3-mile highway stretch.
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 74.3 miles from Clarksburg, WV, or about 1h 21m 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 74.3 miles or 1h 21m 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 12m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Hurricane, 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 148.5 miles and 2h 44m.
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.
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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
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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
$23.22 one way
$46.44 round trip
$3.97/gal25.4 MPG avg52 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.34
$25.39
$50.78
premium
$4.70
$27.48
$54.97
diesel
$5.61
$32.79
$65.57
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$23
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$48–$73
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 52 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $16 in charging
· 0 stops
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
44.6
0
$15.59
$7.13
Efficient EV
37.1
0
$12.99
$5.94
EV Truck/SUV
59.4
0
$20.79
$9.50
Gas CO2
52 kg
EV CO2
17 kg (67% 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 14, 2026
Origin
Clarksburg, WV
Morning
in Clarksburg on Sunday
Local time
7:56 AM
EDT
Current temp
57°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Hurricane, WV
Morning
in Hurricane on Sunday
Local time
7:56 AM
EDT
Current temp
85°F
Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
SW 14 mph22% chanceLive 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
28 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 44m on the road
The weather snapshot is not static. If you are leaving later, give both cities one more quick forecast check before departure.
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 87.1
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
Expect a turn-heavy local drive that demands your full attention behind the wheel. While about 17% of the route utilizes highways, the experience is defined by the Senator Jennings Randolph Highway, which accounts for your longest uninterrupted stretch of 117.3 miles. You will navigate a mix of road types, transitioning from local streets like West Main Street onto I-64 for parts of the journey. The character of the road shifts from regional thoroughfares to interstate travel, requiring you to adapt to varying speeds. It is far from a monotonous interstate grind, offering a more engaging, technical feel for drivers who prefer active road handling.
Only 17% highway — the rest is turn-by-turn surface driving.
19 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 44m 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.
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 Hurricane, WV before heading back.
