New Haven, WV to Fairmont, WV is 138.8 miles and takes about 2h 51m via Corridor D, Chester Road, and Senator Jennings Randolph Highway, with a fuel budget near $22 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This is a single-day trip primarily within West Virginia's Southeast region. Expect a local driving experience with frequent turns, so don't plan on covering ground at highway speeds for the entire journey. Given the relatively short distance and duration, you'll have ample flexibility for departures and stops along the way.
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
69.4 miles from New Haven, WV
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 1h 29m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
Corridor D
76.8 mi
1h 30m
Chester Road
26.8 mi
32m
Senator Jennings Randolph Highway
16.1 mi
17m
US 50
6.7 mi
8m
5th Street
5.3 mi
9m
West Main Street
2.6 mi
4m
Fairmont Gateway Connector
1.2 mi
2m
SR 7
1 mi
1m
Longest stretch:
Corridor D
— 76.8 mi, about 1h 30m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between New Haven, WV and Fairmont, WV.
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Start on CR 3
83 ft·8 sec·Main Street
2
Turn left onto WV 62
5.3 mi·9 min·5th Street
3
Turn right onto Pomeroy-Mason Bridge
0.5 mi·58 sec·Pomeroy-Mason Bridge
4
Continue on SR 833
2.6 mi·4 min·West Main Street
5
Turn left onto SR 124; SR 833
0.2 mi·27 sec·Nye Avenue
6
Turn right onto SR 733
27 mi·32 min·Chester Road
Use the straight lane.
7
Keep slight right at fork onto US 50; SR 7; SR 32
1.0 mi·1 min·US 50; SR 7; SR 32
8
Take the exit onto US 50
0.2 mi·22 sec·US 50
Toward US 50, SR 339: Parkersburg, Beverly
9
Keep slight left at fork onto US 50
6.5 mi·8 min·US 50
Toward US 50 East: ParkersburgUse the straight / slight right lanes.
10
Keep slight left at fork onto US 50
77 mi·1 hr 30 min·Corridor D
11
Take the exit
0.6 mi·1 min
Toward I 79 North
12
Merge onto I 79
16 mi·17 min·Senator Jennings Randolph Highway
13
Take the exit
0.4 mi·54 sec
Toward WV 273 North: Downtown, Fairmont
14
Turn left onto WV 273
0.8 mi·1 min·Fairmont Gateway Connector
15
Enter roundabout onto WV 273
122 ft·2 sec·Fairmont Gateway Connector
16
Continue on WV 273
0.2 mi·23 sec·Fairmont Gateway Connector
17
Enter roundabout onto WV 273
128 ft·3 sec·Fairmont Gateway Connector
18
Continue on WV 273
0.2 mi·24 sec·Fairmont Gateway Connector
19
Continue on Jefferson Street
0.3 mi·57 sec·Jefferson Street
20
Arrive at destination
Jefferson Street
Trip Plan
Since this is a manageable 1-day drive of under 3 hours, you can depart anytime that suits you. Plan for one stop to break up the journey, perhaps around the halfway point or where you feel the need to stretch your legs. Keep an eye on your fuel levels, especially as you transition from Corridor D onto the more local segments. With a fuel cost estimated around $22, it's an economical trip, but staying aware of available stations on the less major roads is always a good idea. Don't rush; the turn-heavy nature means enjoying the local pace is part of the experience.
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 69.4 miles from New Haven, WV, or about 1h 29m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 76.8 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 31 miles or 43m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 69.4 miles or 1h 29m 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 21m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Fairmont, WV than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving New Haven, 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 New Haven, WV
This is one driving day of about 138.8 miles and 2h 51m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 31 miles from New Haven, 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 Corridor D for about 76.8 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 8.7 and 138.2 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
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8.7 mi into trip|~15m in|SR 733 / Chester Road
Turn right onto SR 733 / Chester Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
5
36.6 mi into trip|~49m in|US 50
Take the exit onto US 50 toward US 50, SR 339: Parkersburg, Beverly
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward US 50, SR 339: Parkersburg, Beverly
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36.7 mi into trip|~50m in|US 50
Keep slight left at fork onto US 50 toward US 50 East: Parkersburg
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward US 50 East: Parkersburg
5
136.8 mi into trip|~2h 47m in
Take the exit toward WV 273 North: Downtown, Fairmont
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward WV 273 North: Downtown, Fairmont
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138.2 mi into trip|~2h 50m in|WV 273 / Fairmont Gateway Connector
Enter roundabout onto WV 273 / Fairmont Gateway Connector
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$21.71 one way
$43.41 round trip
$3.97/gal25.4 MPG avg49 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.34
$23.73
$47.47
premium
$4.70
$25.69
$51.38
diesel
$5.61
$30.65
$61.29
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$22
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$47–$72
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 48.6 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $15 in charging
· 0 stops
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
41.6
0
$14.57
$6.66
Efficient EV
34.7
0
$12.15
$5.55
EV Truck/SUV
55.5
0
$19.43
$8.88
Gas CO2
49 kg
EV CO2
16 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 20, 2026
Origin
New Haven, WV
Late night
in New Haven on Tuesday
Local time
5:02 AM
EDT
Current temp
74°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Fairmont, WV
Late night
in Fairmont on Tuesday
Local time
5:02 AM
EDT
Current temp
71°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
3 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
2h 51m 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?
This drive is characterized as a turn-heavy local experience, with a highway share of only 6%. While there's a substantial uninterrupted stretch of 76.8 miles on Corridor D, the majority of the route involves navigating local roads like Chester Road and Senator Jennings Randolph Highway, which will require your attention. Be prepared for a more engaging drive that demands frequent adjustments rather than a straightforward interstate cruise. The overall feel is one of local exploration rather than high-speed transit.
Only 6% highway — the rest is turn-by-turn surface driving.
20 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 76.8 mi on Corridor D.
How Hard Is This Drive?
6/10
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. You will hit about 13 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 8.7 miles in near SR 733 / Chester Road.
Driving Effort6/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 138.8 miles you will encounter 13 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 8.7 miles (SR 733 / Chester Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 36.6 miles (US 50): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 36.7 miles (US 50): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
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 New Haven, WV to Fairmont, WV, road signs begin pointing toward Beverly along the way.
Fairmont, nicknamed the "Friendly City", is a city of 18,313 people (as of 2020) in West Virginia, and the county seat of Marion County (pop. 56,000). It was established in 1820 as Middletown, and changed in 1843 to Fairmont, short for "Fair Mountain". The city is located on the Monongahela River at its origin at the confluence of the Tygart Valley River flowing northwest from Grafton, and the West Fork River flowing north from Clarksburg. Fairmont claims to be the origin of the Pepperoni Roll, West Virginia's official state food. Mary Lou Retton — a gold-medalist gymnast in the 1984 Olympics, who was highly popular around the country and particularly in West Virginia — came from Fairmont.
Top landmarks
•Fairmont Senior High School — high school in West Virginia, United States
•Robert H. Mollohan-Jefferson Street Bridge — bridge in Fairmont, West Virginia, United States
•Masonic Temple — commercial building in Fairmont, United States of America
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 51m. Total distance: 138.8 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 51m drive, comfortable solo distance.
Scenic Drive
Mostly surface roads route profile.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 76.8 miles on Corridor D. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
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 Fairmont, 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 8.7 miles (SR 733 / Chester Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 36.6 miles (US 50): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 36.7 miles (US 50): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Fairmont, WV before heading back.
