If you are planning a trip from Moundsville to Huntington, you are looking at a 175-mile journey that typically takes about 3 hours and 30 minutes to complete. This route is perfectly suited for a single-day excursion, meaning you won't need to worry about booking an overnight stay unless you prefer a leisurely pace. Budgeting around $28 for fuel should cover your travel costs comfortably. You will be traversing West Virginia, starting in the Southeast region and remaining within the state for the duration of the trip. Because it is a mixed-profile drive, you get a balance of different road types that keeps the experience engaging without being overly taxing.
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
87.5 miles from Moundsville, WV
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 1h 41m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
WV 2
63.7 mi
1h 12m
Energy Road
21.6 mi
25m
Bartow Jones Bridge
20.8 mi
23m
Chelsea Street
16.8 mi
19m
Ohio River Road
16.7 mi
20m
3rd Street
13.7 mi
15m
Emerson Avenue
5.1 mi
5m
North 4th Avenue
5 mi
5m
Longest stretch:
WV 2
— 63.7 mi, about 1h 12m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Moundsville, WV and Huntington, WV.
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Start on 5th Street
38 ft·3 sec·5th Street
2
Turn right onto CH 250/88
0.1 mi·15 sec·Jefferson Avenue
3
Turn right onto CH 250/88
0.2 mi·26 sec·7th Street
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Turn left onto WV 2
1.2 mi·2 min·Lafayette Avenue
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Continue on WV 2
22 mi·25 min·Energy Road
6
Continue on WV 2
1.3 mi·1 min·North State Route 2
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Continue on WV 2
2.0 mi·2 min·3rd Street
8
Continue on WV 2
4.3 mi·4 min·Vine Street
9
Continue on WV 2
5.0 mi·5 min·North 4th Avenue
10
Turn left onto WV 2
269 ft·4 sec·Elizabeth Street
11
Turn right onto WV 2
17 mi·19 min·Chelsea Street
12
Continue on WV 2
12 mi·13 min·3rd Street
13
Continue on WV 2
5.1 mi·5 min·Emerson Avenue
14
Take the exit onto WV 2
34 mi·36 min·WV 2
15
Take the exit onto WV 2
29 mi·35 min·WV 2
Toward US 33 West, WV 2 South: Silverton, Ravenswood
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Turn left onto WV 2
0.3 mi·25 sec·WV 2
17
Turn left onto WV 2
0.1 mi·9 sec·Viand Street
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Continue on WV 2
21 mi·23 min·Bartow Jones Bridge
19
Continue on WV 2
17 mi·20 min·Ohio River Road
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Continue on WV 2
0.5 mi·1 min·3rd Avenue
21
Continue on WV 2
0.5 mi·1 min·Bridge Street
22
Continue on WV 2
2.6 mi·6 min·3rd Avenue
23
Continue on 3rd Avenue
0.5 mi·1 min·3rd Avenue
Use the straight lane.
24
Turn left onto 8th Street
0.2 mi·27 sec·8th Street
Use the left lane.
25
Arrive at destination
8th Street
Trip Plan
Since this is a straightforward 3.5-hour trip, you have plenty of flexibility to plan your departure time around your personal schedule. You only need to account for one planned stop to keep your energy levels up during the 175-mile trek. Because the route relies on a mix of state roads and bridges, keep a close eye on your navigation to ensure you transition smoothly from WV 2 onto Energy Road and across the Bartow Jones Bridge. Planning your fueling stop early in the drive will help you stay within your $28 budget and avoid any unnecessary stress as you reach your destination in Huntington.
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 87.5 miles from Moundsville, WV, or about 1h 41m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 63.7 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 39 miles or 46m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 87.5 miles or 1h 41m 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 46m
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 Moundsville, 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 Moundsville, WV
This is one driving day of about 175 miles and 3h 30m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 39 miles from Moundsville, 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 WV 2 for about 63.7 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 9
5 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 174.8 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
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0 mi into trip|~0m in|CH 250/88 / Jefferson Avenue
Turn right onto CH 250/88 / Jefferson Avenue
Navigation decision point
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0.1 mi into trip|~0m in|CH 250/88 / 7th Street
Turn right onto CH 250/88 / 7th Street
Navigation decision point
5
103.4 mi into trip|~1h 58m in|WV 2
Take the exit onto WV 2 toward US 33 West, WV 2 South: Silverton, Ravenswood
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward US 33 West, WV 2 South: Silverton, Raven...
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132.8 mi into trip|~2h 34m in|WV 2
Turn left onto WV 2
Navigation decision point
5
174.8 mi into trip|~3h 29m in|8th Street
Turn left onto 8th Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$27.37 one way
$54.73 round trip
$3.97/gal25.4 MPG avg61 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.34
$29.92
$59.84
premium
$4.70
$32.39
$64.78
diesel
$5.61
$38.64
$77.28
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$27
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$52–$77
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 61.2 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $18 in charging
· 0 stops
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
52.5
0
$18.38
$8.40
Efficient EV
43.8
0
$15.31
$7.00
EV Truck/SUV
70
0
$24.50
$11.20
Gas CO2
61 kg
EV CO2
20 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 15, 2026
Origin
Moundsville, WV
Late night
in Moundsville on Sunday
Local time
12:45 AM
EDT
Current temp
71°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Huntington, WV
Late night
in Huntington on Sunday
Local time
12:45 AM
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
15 degrees cooler at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
3h 30m 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.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
Expect a varied driving experience as you navigate this route, which is comprised of approximately 37% highway driving. You will spend a significant portion of your time on WV 2, which features your longest uninterrupted stretch of 63.7 miles. The remainder of your journey incorporates Energy Road and the Bartow Jones Bridge, shifting the road's personality from steady highway cruising to more local road navigation. This mix ensures the drive feels dynamic rather than monotonous, requiring you to stay attentive as the road conditions evolve. It is a practical route that balances efficient travel with the varied terrain typical of the region.
37% highway, the rest on surface roads — varied driving throughout.
25 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 63.7 mi on WV 2.
How Hard Is This Drive?
2/10
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near CH 250/88 / Jefferson Avenue.
Driving Effort2/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Moundsville, WV to Huntington, WV is easy. At 3h 30m with 37% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (CH 250/88 / Jefferson Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 0.1 miles (CH 250/88 / 7th Street): Navigation decision point; at 103.4 miles (WV 2): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Elevation Profile
Mostly flat terrain
695 ft648 ft
Total Climb
1 ft
Total Descent
47 ft
Highest Point
695 ft
Elevation Range
47 ft
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
On the drive from Moundsville, WV to Huntington, WV, road signs begin pointing toward Ravenswood along the way.
Ravenswood
103.4 mi in|~1h 58m|via WV 2
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 3h 30m. Total distance: 175 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
The longest stretch is about 63.7 miles on WV 2. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
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.
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: near the start (CH 250/88 / Jefferson Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 0.1 miles (CH 250/88 / 7th Street): Navigation decision point; at 103.4 miles (WV 2): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Possible but tiring. At 3.5 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 7.0 hours — manageable with a long break at Huntington, WV, but most travelers stay overnight.
