Martinsburg to Weirton is 221.2 miles and takes about 4h 34m via Pennsylvania Turnpike, Dwight D Eisenhower Highway, and Penn-Lincoln Parkway East, with a fuel budget near $34 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 primarily highway route, making it a straightforward option for a single-day drive. Expect a consistent pace for most of the 4.5-hour journey. Consider this if you need an efficient way to travel between these two points in the state.
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
110.6 miles from Martinsburg, WV
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 2h 14m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
Pennsylvania Turnpike
104.9 mi
1h 54m
Dwight D Eisenhower Highway
43.8 mi
53m
Penn-Lincoln Parkway East
24.4 mi
33m
US 22
20.4 mi
28m
I 81
6.9 mi
7m
Pennsylvania Avenue
4.3 mi
7m
Williamsport Pike
3.2 mi
4m
I 70, US 40 (Dwight D Eisenhower Highway)
3.1 mi
3m
Longest stretch:
Pennsylvania Turnpike
— 104.9 mi, about 1h 54m
Traffic on I-70
Hour-of-day weekday pattern from 24 FHWA count stations on your route.
Peak
3 PM
~956 veh/hr typical
· worst 1,483
Quietest
1 AM
~127 veh/hr
Peak-to-quiet ratio
7.5×
busier at peak than in the quiet hours
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Averaged across 102 weeks of 2023 FHWA Travel Monitoring Analysis System data. Weekday hours only (Mon–Fri).
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Martinsburg, WV and Weirton, WV.
1
Start on East King Street
166 ft·34 sec·East King Street
2
Continue on East King Street
182 ft·12 sec·East King Street
3
Turn right onto US 11; WV 9; WV 45
1.2 mi·1 min·South Queen Street
4
Continue on US 11; WV 9
1.4 mi·2 min·Edwin Miller Boulevard
5
Continue on WV 9
0.1 mi·10 sec·Hedgesville Road
6
Take the ramp
0.5 mi·1 min
Toward I 81 North
7
Merge onto I 81
6.9 mi·7 min·I 81
8
Take the exit
0.2 mi·34 sec
Toward US 11: Marlowe, Falling Waters
9
Turn left onto US 11
3.2 mi·4 min·Williamsport Pike
10
Turn left onto US 11
202 ft·4 sec·Commerce Street
11
Continue on US 11
0.4 mi·41 sec·West Potomac Street
12
Turn left onto MD 63
0.2 mi·21 sec·North Artizan Street
Use the left lane.
13
Continue on MD 63
2.0 mi·3 min·Greencastle Pike
14
Take the ramp
0.3 mi·45 sec
Toward I 70 West: Hancock
15
Merge onto I 70
15 mi·15 min·Dwight D Eisenhower Highway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
16
Continue on I 70; US 40
3.1 mi·3 min·I 70, US 40 (Dwight D Eisenhower Highway)
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
17
Continue on I 70; US 40
5.0 mi·5 min·Dwight D Eisenhower Highway
18
Keep slight right at fork onto I 70; US 522
24 mi·32 min·Dwight D Eisenhower Highway
Toward Breezewood
19
Merge onto I 70; US 30
0.2 mi·20 sec·Lincoln Highway
20
Take the exit onto I 70
1.6 mi·2 min·I 70
Toward I 70, PATP: Pittsburgh, Harrisburg
21
Keep slight right at fork onto I 70
0.4 mi·46 sec·I 70
Toward I 70 West, I 76 West: Pittsburgh
22
Merge onto I 70; I 76; PATP
105 mi·1 hr 54 min·Pennsylvania Turnpike
23
Take the exit
0.6 mi·2 min
Exit 57Toward I 376 West, US 22: Pittsburgh, MonroevilleUse the slight right lane.
24
Keep slight left at fork
0.2 mi·23 sec
Toward US 22 Business, I 376 West, US 22 West: Monroeville, Pittsburgh
25
Keep slight right at fork
353 ft·8 sec
Toward I 376 West, US 22 West: Pittsburgh
26
Merge onto I 376; US 22
24 mi·33 min·Penn-Lincoln Parkway East
Use the slight left lane.
27
Take the exit onto US 22; US 30
20 mi·28 min·US 22; US 30
Exit 60AToward US 22 West, US 30 West: WeirtonUse the slight right lane.
28
Take the exit
0.2 mi·26 sec
Toward WV 105: Colliers Way
29
Keep slight right at fork
161 ft·5 sec
Use the right lane.
30
Turn straight onto WV 105
0.5 mi·1 min·Colliers Way
31
Turn left onto WV 105
1.0 mi·1 min·Pennsylvania Avenue
32
Keep slight right at fork onto WV 105
3.3 mi·5 min·Pennsylvania Avenue
33
Turn left onto WV 2
8 ft·0 sec·Main Street
34
Arrive at destination
WV 2
Trip Plan
With a total driving time of around 4 hours and 34 minutes, this route is well-suited for a single-day trip. Leaving Martinsburg in the morning should give you ample time to reach Weirton before evening, with a fuel cost estimated around $34. The longest stretch on the highway is over 100 miles, so plan your stops accordingly, perhaps breaking up the drive about halfway through. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, as services can be more spread out on the highway sections compared to the final stretch into Weirton.
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 110.6 miles from Martinsburg, WV, or about 2h 14m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 104.9 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 49 miles or 1h 1m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 110.6 miles or 2h 14m 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 36m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Weirton, WV than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Martinsburg, 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 Martinsburg, WV
This is one driving day of about 221.2 miles and 4h 34m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 49 miles from Martinsburg, 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 Pennsylvania Turnpike for about 104.9 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 25
5 decision points cluster between mile 14 and 216.3 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
6
14 mi into trip|~19m in|MD 63 / North Artizan Street
Turn left onto MD 63 / North Artizan Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
8
170.5 mi into trip|~3h 19m in
Take the exit toward I 376 West, US 22: Pittsburgh, Monroeville
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 57
Toward I 376 West, US 22: Pittsburgh, Monroevil...
7
171.3 mi into trip|~3h 22m in
Keep slight right at fork toward I 376 West, US 22 West: Pittsburgh
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward I 376 West, US 22 West: Pittsburgh
8
195.7 mi into trip|~3h 56m in|US 22; US 30
Take the exit onto US 22; US 30 toward US 22 West, US 30 West: Weirton
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 60A
Toward US 22 West, US 30 West: Weirton
7
216.3 mi into trip|~4h 25m in
Keep slight right at fork
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$34.57 one way
$69.15 round trip
$3.97/gal25.4 MPG avg77 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.35
$37.87
$75.73
premium
$4.72
$41.10
$82.21
diesel
$6.28
$54.66
$109.31
Estimated Tolls: $13.64
Pennsylvania Turnpike
(104.9 mi)$13.64
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
$35
Tolls
$14
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$73–$98
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 77.4 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-10-19.
Driving Electric?
About $23 in charging
· 0 stops
· 66% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
66.4
0
$23.23
$10.62
Efficient EV
55.3
0
$19.36
$8.85
EV Truck/SUV
88.5
1
$30.97
$14.16
Gas CO2
77 kg
EV CO2
26 kg (66% 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.
Forecast as of Oct 19, 2026
Origin
Martinsburg, WV
Morning
in Martinsburg on Thursday
Local time
7:48 AM
EDT
Current temp
66°F
Widespread Frost then Sunny
N 1 to 8 mph0% chanceLive forecast
Destination
Weirton, WV
Morning
in Weirton on Thursday
Local time
7:48 AM
EDT
Current temp
66°F
Areas Of Frost then Sunny
NE 2 mph0% chanceLive forecast
58°F
Berlin, PA
111 mi in
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
Very similar conditions
Both ends of the route are sitting at about the same temperature right now.
Road read
4h 34m 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.
National Parks Near This Route
Worth a detour if your schedule allows.
Harpers Ferry National Historical Park
National Historical Park
At the confluence of the Shenandoah and Potomac rivers, on the ancestral home of the Tuscarora and Shawnee people, lies Harpers Ferry. Here you can explore John Brown's Raid against slavery. Find your...
15 mi from route
~38 min detour
$20
Park Closure: Bridge to Maryland Heights & C&O Canal CLOSED
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
You'll spend about 73% of this 221.2-mile drive on highways. The longest continuous stretch on a major highway is 104.9 miles, likely on the Pennsylvania Turnpike. After this, you'll transition to surface roads for the remaining portion of the trip. Be prepared for a noticeable shift in driving conditions as you exit the main highway system, which may involve more local traffic and a different pace.
73% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
34 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 104.9 mi on Pennsylvania Turnpike.
How Hard Is This Drive?
10/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Pennsylvania Turnpike and Dwight D Eisenhower Highway. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 14 miles in near MD 63 / North Artizan Street.
Driving Effort10/10
High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 25 significant decision points across 221.2 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 14 miles (MD 63 / North Artizan Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 170.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 171.3 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Elevation Profile
Gently rolling terrain
2,537 ft397 ft
Total Climb
2,489 ft
Total Descent
2,186 ft
Highest Point
2,537 ft
~129.4 mi in
Elevation Range
2,140 ft
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Martinsburg, WV and Weirton, WV, road signs point toward Breezewood, Patp: Pittsburgh, Harrisburg, Monroeville and Pittsburgh.
Martinsburg is a city of 17,000 people (as of 2019) in West Virginia. Founded in 1778, it was named in honor of Colonel Thomas Bryan Martin, a nephew of Lord Fairfax from Kent, who had moved to the general area around 1735.
Top landmarks
•Baltimore and Ohio and Related Industries Historic District — historic district in West Virginia, United States
•Baltimore and Ohio Railroad Martinsburg Shops — historic roundhouse complex in West Virginia, USA
•Adam Stephen House — building in West Virginia, United States
Weirton is a city in the northern panhandle of West Virginia. This city is built on the steel industry which you can find along the Ohio River and is origin location of Weirton Steel.
Areas of Weirton may also be recognised for their role as a filming location for the movie Super 8.
Doable as a same-day drive at 4h 34m. Total distance: 221.2 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
4h 34m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (73%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 104.9 miles on Pennsylvania Turnpike. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Expect about $13.64 in tolls one way, starting with Pennsylvania 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.
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, 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: at 14 miles (MD 63 / North Artizan Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 170.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 171.3 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Yes — Harpers Ferry National Historical Park. See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.
Possible but tiring. At 4.6 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 9.1 hours — manageable with a long break at Weirton, WV, but most travelers stay overnight.
