Origin
Daniels, WV
Night in Daniels on Saturday
Local time
10:50 PM
EDT
Current temp
46°F
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Live forecast
Trip from Daniels, WV to Huntington, WV
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
2h 23m
Distance
116.5 mi
187 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$18
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
2h 13m
★
6 AM
2h 23m
8 AM
2h 43m
10 AM
2h 30m
12 PM
2h 28m
3 PM
2h 31m
5 PM
2h 42m
8 PM
2h 17m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Daniels, WV
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Huntington, WV
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Trip Overview
Daniels, WV to Huntington, WV is 116.5 miles and takes about 2h 23m via the West Virginia Turnpike and I-64, with a fuel budget near $18 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This trip stays within the Southeast region, primarily traversing West Virginia. Expect a highway-focused drive that's efficient for getting from point A to point B. With a recommended single day for completion, it's a straightforward journey that doesn't require an overnight stay.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
58.2 miles from Daniels, WV
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 13m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| West Virginia Turnpike | 58.2 mi | 1h 9m |
| I 64 | 47.5 mi | 52m |
| Ritter Drive | 2.5 mi | 4m |
| South Fayette Street | 1.8 mi | 3m |
| Troy Brown Way | 1.4 mi | 2m |
| Robert C. Byrd Drive | 1.3 mi | 1m |
| Hal Greer Boulevard | 0.8 mi | 2m |
| 8th Avenue | 0.6 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
West Virginia Turnpike
— 58.2 mi, about 1h 9m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Daniels, WV and Huntington, WV.
1
Start on Burgess Drive
249 ft
·
16 sec
·
Burgess Drive
2
Turn left onto US 19; WV 3
2.5 mi
·
4 min
·
Ritter Drive
3
Continue on US 19; WV 3
0.1 mi
·
20 sec
·
South Eisenhower Drive
4
Turn left onto WV 3
1.8 mi
·
3 min
·
South Fayette Street
5
Turn left onto WV 3
0.4 mi
·
46 sec
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2nd Street
6
Turn left onto WV 3
0.2 mi
·
31 sec
·
3rd Avenue
7
Turn left onto WV 16
1.3 mi
·
1 min
·
Robert C. Byrd Drive
8
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
21 sec
9
Continue on US 121 FUT
0.1 mi
·
8 sec
·
Coalfields Expressway
10
Keep slight right at fork
0.3 mi
·
40 sec
11
Merge onto I 64; I 77
58 mi
·
1 hr 9 min
·
West Virginia Turnpike
12
Keep slight left at fork onto I 64
48 mi
·
52 min
·
I 64
Exit 101
Toward I 64 West: Huntington
Use the slight left lane.
13
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
41 sec
Toward WV 10: Downtown Huntington
14
Keep slight right at fork
0.1 mi
·
13 sec
Toward WV 10: Downtown Huntington
15
Turn straight onto WV 10
1.4 mi
·
2 min
·
Troy Brown Way
Use the straight lane.
16
Continue on WV 10
0.3 mi
·
35 sec
·
Hal Greer Boulevard
Use the left / straight lanes.
17
Keep slight left at fork onto WV 10
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
Hal Greer Boulevard
Use the straight lane.
18
Turn left onto 9th Avenue
0.1 mi
·
24 sec
·
9th Avenue
Use the left lane.
19
Turn right onto 15th Street
481 ft
·
23 sec
·
15th Street
20
At end of road, turn left onto 8th Avenue
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
8th Avenue
21
Turn right onto WV 527
0.3 mi
·
53 sec
·
8th Street
Use the right lane.
22
Arrive at destination
8th Street
Trip Plan
Given this is a 1-day drive of just over 2 hours, you have a lot of flexibility. Consider leaving mid-morning to avoid any early rush hour and arrive in Huntington with plenty of afternoon time. Fuel costs are estimated at $18, so ensure you're topped up before you depart Daniels, as opportunities for fuel might be more spread out on the highway stretches. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, especially during the 58.2-mile stretch on the West Virginia Turnpike, to ensure you don't need to detour unexpectedly.
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.
You may only need one short stretch break if traffic stays light.
The halfway point lands around 58.2 miles from Daniels, WV, or about 1h 13m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 58.2 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 26 miles or 35m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 58.2 miles or 1h 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 1h 55m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Huntington, WV than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Daniels, 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 Daniels, WV
This is one driving day of about 116.5 miles and 2h 23m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 26 miles from Daniels, WV.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on West Virginia Turnpike for about 58.2 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
58 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 26 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 58.2 miles from Daniels, WV, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
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 155 decision points cluster between mile 65.2 and 116.1 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
8
65.2 mi into trip
|
~1h 22m 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
113 mi into trip
|
~2h 15m in
Keep slight right at fork toward WV 10: Downtown Huntington
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Toward WV 10: Downtown Huntington
6
114.8 mi into trip
|
~2h 18m in
|
WV 10 / Hal Greer Boulevard
Keep slight left at fork onto WV 10 / Hal Greer Boulevard
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
5
115.3 mi into trip
|
~2h 19m in
|
9th Avenue
Turn left onto 9th Avenue
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
6
116.1 mi into trip
|
~2h 22m in
|
WV 527 / 8th Street
Turn right onto WV 527 / 8th Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$18.22 one way
$36.44 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
41 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.34 | $19.92 | $39.84 |
| premium | $4.70 | $21.56 | $43.12 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $25.72 | $51.44 |
Estimated Tolls: $4.08
West Virginia Turnpike
(58.2 mi)
$4.08
Toll estimates based on average 2024-2025 rates. EZ-Pass/SunPass discounts may lower the actual cost.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$18
Tolls
$4
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$47–$72
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 40.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $12 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 34.9 | 0 | $12.23 | $5.59 |
| Efficient EV | 29.1 | 0 | $10.19 | $4.66 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 46.6 | 0 | $16.31 | $7.46 |
Gas CO2
41 kg
EV CO2
14 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.
Destination
Huntington, WV
Night in Huntington on Saturday
Local time
10:50 PM
EDT
Current temp
56°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
10 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 23m 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...
22 mi from route
~56 min detour
Free
near mile 36.1
View on nps.gov
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
What kind of drive is this?
This route is predominantly a highway-focused drive, with 91% of the journey on interstates. You'll spend a significant portion on the West Virginia Turnpike and then I-64, offering a consistent and high-speed experience for much of the trip. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 58.2 miles on the West Virginia Turnpike. While largely interstate, this profile means you can expect a steady pace for the majority of the 116.5 miles.
91% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
22 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 58.2 mi on West Virginia Turnpike.
How Hard Is This Drive?
8/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on West Virginia Turnpike and I 64. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 65.2 miles in near I 64.
Driving Effort
8/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 15 significant decision points across 116.5 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 65.2 miles (I 64): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 113 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 114.8 miles (WV 10 / Hal Greer Boulevard): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 23m. Total distance: 116.5 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 23m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (91%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 58.2 miles on West Virginia Turnpike. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Expect about $4.08 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 Huntington, 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. 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: at 65.2 miles (I 64): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 113 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 114.8 miles (WV 10 / Hal Greer Boulevard): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
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 Huntington, 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 NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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