Mount Hope, WV to Weirton, WV is 237.1 miles and takes about 4h 44m via Senator Jennings Randolph Highway and US 19, with a fuel budget near $36 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This trip takes you through the Southeast region of West Virginia, starting in one area and ending in another within the same state. The route is primarily on surface roads, offering a more relaxed pace than interstate driving. With just one recommended stop and a single day needed for completion, it's a straightforward drive.
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
118.5 miles from Mount Hope, WV
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 2h 19m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
Senator Jennings Randolph Highway
140.3 mi
2h 32m
US 19
61.4 mi
1h 14m
Washington Pike
18 mi
26m
Commerce Street
8.3 mi
11m
WV 2
2.6 mi
5m
Legends Highway
2 mi
3m
Jefferson Avenue
1.5 mi
3m
East Main Street
1.1 mi
1m
Longest stretch:
Senator Jennings Randolph Highway
— 140.3 mi, about 2h 32m
Traffic on I-79
Hour-of-day weekday pattern from 4 FHWA count stations on your route.
Peak
4 PM
~1,014 veh/hr typical
· worst 1,313
Quietest
2 AM
~87 veh/hr
Peak-to-quiet ratio
11.7×
busier at peak than in the quiet hours
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Averaged across 52 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 Mount Hope, WV and Weirton, WV.
Exit 17Toward PA 18: Jefferson AvenueUse the slight right lane.
10
Turn right onto East Wylie Avenue
0.1 mi·28 sec·East Wylie Avenue
Use the straight / right lanes.
11
Turn right onto PA 18
1.5 mi·3 min·Jefferson Avenue
Use the straight / right lanes.
12
Continue on PA 844
8.0 mi·11 min·Washington Pike
13
Continue on PA 844
1.1 mi·1 min·East Main Street
14
Continue on PA 844
10 mi·14 min·Washington Pike
15
Turn straight onto WV 27
0.5 mi·48 sec·10th Street
16
Turn right onto WV 2
8.3 mi·11 min·Commerce Street
17
Keep slight right at fork onto WV 2
2.6 mi·5 min·WV 2
Exit 2Toward WV 2 North: Downtown Weirton
18
Arrive at destination
WV 2
Trip Plan
Given the 4h 44m duration, starting your drive from Mount Hope, WV in the morning is advisable to allow ample time. With only one recommended stop and a total of 237.1 miles, you have flexibility in pacing. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, especially during the longer 140.3-mile stretch on Senator Jennings Randolph Highway, as fuel availability might be less frequent. The estimated fuel cost is around $36, so budget accordingly. This is easily a same-day trip, so you can depart at your convenience.
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 118.5 miles from Mount Hope, WV, or about 2h 19m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 140.3 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 52 miles or 1h 5m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 118.5 miles or 2h 19m 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 42m
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 Mount Hope, 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 Mount Hope, WV
This is one driving day of about 237.1 miles and 4h 44m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 52 miles from Mount Hope, 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 140.3 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 12
5 decision points cluster between mile 64.1 and 234.5 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
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64.1 mi into trip|~1h 20m in
Take the exit toward I 79, US 19 North: Clarksburg
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward I 79, US 19 North: Clarksburg
7
204.7 mi into trip|~3h 53m in
Take the exit toward PA 18: Jefferson Avenue
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 17
Toward PA 18: Jefferson Avenue
7
205 mi into trip|~3h 54m in|East Wylie Avenue
Turn right onto East Wylie Avenue
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
6
205.1 mi into trip|~3h 55m in|PA 18 / Jefferson Avenue
Turn right onto PA 18 / Jefferson Avenue
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
6
234.5 mi into trip|~4h 39m in|WV 2
Keep slight right at fork onto WV 2 toward WV 2 North: Downtown Weirton
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Exit 2
Toward WV 2 North: Downtown Weirton
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$35.00 one way
$70.01 round trip
$3.75/gal25.4 MPG avg83 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.12
$38.47
$76.94
premium
$4.49
$41.93
$83.86
diesel
$4.80
$44.77
$89.54
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$35
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$60–$85
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 83 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-07-13.
Driving Electric?
About $25 in charging
· 0 stops
· 66% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
71.1
0
$24.90
$11.38
Efficient EV
59.3
0
$20.75
$9.48
EV Truck/SUV
94.8
1
$33.19
$15.17
Gas CO2
83 kg
EV CO2
28 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 Jul 18, 2026
Origin
Mount Hope, WV
Late night
in Mount Hope on Sunday
Local time
4:15 AM
EDT
Current temp
83°F
Showers And Thunderstorms Likely
W 8 mph73% chanceLive forecast
Flood Watch
Flood Watch issued July 18 at 9:42AM EDT until July 19 at 12:00AM EDT by NWS Pittsburgh PA
Flood Watch
Flood Watch issued July 18 at 9:23AM EDT until July 19 at 2:00AM EDT by NWS Baltimore MD/Washington DC
Destination
Weirton, WV
Late night
in Weirton on Sunday
Local time
4:15 AM
EDT
Current temp
86°F
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
SW 12 mph74% chanceLive forecast
Flood Watch
Flood Watch issued July 18 at 9:42AM EDT until July 19 at 12:00AM EDT by NWS Pittsburgh PA
Flood Watch
Flood Watch issued July 18 at 9:23AM EDT until July 19 at 2:00AM EDT by NWS Baltimore MD/Washington DC
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
3 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
4h 44m 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.
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...
6 mi from route
~15 min detour
Free
near mile 24.5
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
This drive features a highway share of 27%, meaning you'll spend most of your time on surface roads. The longest continuous stretch on a single road is 140.3 miles on Senator Jennings Randolph Highway. Expect a significant portion of this route to be on surface roads, requiring attention to local traffic and varying speed limits. You'll transition from highway cruising to navigating through more populated areas and rural stretches.
Only 27% highway — the rest is turn-by-turn surface driving.
18 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 140.3 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 64.1 miles in.
Driving Effort4/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 4h 44m drive. You will face about 12 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 64.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 204.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 205 miles (East Wylie Avenue): Lane positioning matters here.
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.
Mostly surface roads route profile with national parks nearby.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 140.3 miles on Senator Jennings Randolph Highway. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Yes — we found about 9 rest areas or service plazas within a short detour of the route (from OpenStreetMap). See the Rest Stops tab under Nearby Places for locations and mile markers. Plan to stretch, use the bathroom, and top off fluids every 2–3 hours on longer drives.
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 64.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 204.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 205 miles (East Wylie Avenue): Lane positioning matters here.
Yes — Gauley River National Recreation Area. See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.
Possible but tiring. At 4.7 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 9.5 hours — manageable with a long break at Weirton, WV, but most travelers stay overnight.
