Newell, WV to Huntington, WV is 231.6 miles and takes about 4h 49m via WV 2, with a fuel budget near $36 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This trip stays within West Virginia, connecting two points in the Southeast region. Expect a drive that primarily uses surface roads, offering a more grounded perspective of the areas you're passing through. Given its manageable length and focus on local routes, this is a straightforward option for a single-day excursion.
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
115.8 miles from Newell, WV
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 2h 29m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
WV 2
63.7 mi
1h 12m
Dean Martin Boulevard
34.4 mi
44m
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
Washington Street
8.9 mi
12m
Longest stretch:
WV 2
— 63.7 mi, about 1h 12m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Newell, WV and Huntington, WV.
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Start on CR 66/14
95 ft·8 sec·6th St-Newell
2
Turn right onto WV 2
8.9 mi·12 min·Washington Street
3
Continue on WV 2
1.4 mi·2 min·North Chester Street
4
Turn left onto WV 2
281 ft·4 sec·Madison Street
5
Continue on WV 2
1.4 mi·2 min·Ridge Avenue
6
Continue on WV 2
3.5 mi·5 min·Ohio River Boulevard
7
Continue on WV 2
1.5 mi·2 min·County Road
8
Continue on WV 2
2.5 mi·5 min·Main Street
9
Keep slight left at fork onto US 22
1.1 mi·1 min·US 22
10
Take the exit
0.1 mi·18 sec
Exit 244
11
Merge onto SR 7
0.4 mi·51 sec·Dean Martin Boulevard
12
Take the exit
364 ft·12 sec
13
Continue on North 4th Street
1.1 mi·2 min·North 4th Street
14
Turn left onto Slack Street
226 ft·6 sec·Slack Street
15
Turn right onto South Court Street
235 ft·6 sec·South Court Street
16
Turn right onto SR 7
34 mi·43 min·Dean Martin Boulevard
17
Take the exit
0.3 mi·47 sec
18
Turn left onto SR 872
0.5 mi·31 sec·Ferry Landing Road
19
Continue on WV 2 Spur
0.4 mi·34 sec·WV 2 Spur
20
Turn right onto WV 2
0.8 mi·1 min·Lafayette Avenue
21
Continue on WV 2
22 mi·25 min·Energy Road
22
Continue on WV 2
1.3 mi·1 min·North State Route 2
23
Continue on WV 2
2.0 mi·2 min·3rd Street
24
Continue on WV 2
4.3 mi·4 min·Vine Street
25
Continue on WV 2
5.0 mi·5 min·North 4th Avenue
26
Turn left onto WV 2
269 ft·4 sec·Elizabeth Street
27
Turn right onto WV 2
17 mi·19 min·Chelsea Street
28
Continue on WV 2
12 mi·13 min·3rd Street
29
Continue on WV 2
5.1 mi·5 min·Emerson Avenue
30
Take the exit onto WV 2
34 mi·36 min·WV 2
31
Take the exit onto WV 2
29 mi·35 min·WV 2
Toward US 33 West, WV 2 South: Silverton, Ravenswood
32
Turn left onto WV 2
0.3 mi·25 sec·WV 2
33
Turn left onto WV 2
0.1 mi·9 sec·Viand Street
34
Continue on WV 2
21 mi·23 min·Bartow Jones Bridge
35
Continue on WV 2
17 mi·20 min·Ohio River Road
36
Continue on WV 2
0.5 mi·1 min·3rd Avenue
37
Continue on WV 2
0.5 mi·1 min·Bridge Street
38
Continue on WV 2
2.6 mi·6 min·3rd Avenue
39
Continue on 3rd Avenue
0.5 mi·1 min·3rd Avenue
Use the straight lane.
40
Turn left onto 8th Street
0.2 mi·27 sec·8th Street
Use the left lane.
41
Arrive at destination
8th Street
Trip Plan
To make the most of this 4-hour, 49-minute drive, consider leaving in the morning to allow ample time for the 231.6-mile journey. With a fuel cost estimated at $36, it's a budget-friendly trip. While there's only one recommended stop, the drive's nature on surface roads means you'll encounter numerous small towns where you can easily pull over if needed. Pay attention to local speed limits, especially as you transition between highway and surface road sections. The longest stretch on WV 2 is over an hour, so plan a brief pause before or after that segment.
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 115.8 miles from Newell, WV, or about 2h 29m 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 51 miles or 1h 12m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 115.8 miles or 2h 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 3h 54m
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 Newell, 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 Newell, WV
This is one driving day of about 231.6 miles and 4h 49m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 51 miles from Newell, 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 19
5 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 231.4 — 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|WV 2 / Washington Street
Turn right onto WV 2 / Washington Street
Navigation decision point
4
10.3 mi into trip|~15m in|WV 2 / Madison Street
Turn left onto WV 2 / Madison Street
Navigation decision point
5
22.1 mi into trip|~35m in|South Court Street
Turn right onto South Court Street
Navigation decision point
5
160 mi into trip|~3h 17m 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...
5
231.4 mi into trip|~4h 49m in|8th Street
Turn left onto 8th Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$34.19 one way
$68.39 round trip
$3.75/gal25.4 MPG avg81 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.12
$37.58
$75.15
premium
$4.49
$40.96
$81.92
diesel
$4.80
$43.73
$87.46
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$34
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$59–$84
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 81 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-07-13.
Driving Electric?
About $24 in charging
· 0 stops
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
69.5
0
$24.32
$11.12
Efficient EV
57.9
0
$20.27
$9.26
EV Truck/SUV
92.6
1
$32.42
$14.82
Gas CO2
81 kg
EV CO2
27 kg (67% 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
Newell, WV
Late night
in Newell on Sunday
Local time
4:16 AM
EDT
Current temp
85°F
Showers And Thunderstorms Likely
SW 12 mph76% chanceLive forecast
Special Weather Statement
Special Weather Statement issued July 18 at 1:01PM EDT by NWS Charleston WV
Special Weather Statement
Special Weather Statement issued July 18 at 12:54PM EDT by NWS Charleston WV
Destination
Huntington, WV
Late night
in Huntington on Sunday
Local time
4:16 AM
EDT
Current temp
90°F
Showers And Thunderstorms
W 8 mph77% chanceLive forecast
Special Weather Statement
Special Weather Statement issued July 18 at 1:01PM EDT by NWS Charleston WV
Special Weather Statement
Special Weather Statement issued July 18 at 12:54PM EDT by NWS Charleston WV
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
5 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 49m 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.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
This route is mostly surface roads, with only 29% on highways. You'll spend the majority of your time on local routes, with a significant stretch of 63.7 miles on WV 2. The drive transitions from highway to surface roads, and you should anticipate merging with local traffic and navigating through smaller communities. The longest stretch without significant highway driving is on WV 2.
Only 29% highway — the rest is turn-by-turn surface driving.
41 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?
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 early in the drive near WV 2 / Washington Street.
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 49m drive. You will face about 19 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (WV 2 / Washington Street): Navigation decision point; at 10.3 miles (WV 2 / Madison Street): Navigation decision point; at 22.1 miles (South Court Street): Navigation decision point.
Elevation Profile
Mostly flat terrain
892 ft561 ft
Total Climb
439 ft
Total Descent
627 ft
Highest Point
892 ft
~148.9 mi in
Elevation Range
330 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 Newell, WV to Huntington, WV, road signs begin pointing toward Ravenswood along the way.
Huntington is the second-largest city in West Virginia. Along the banks of the Ohio River, Huntington is home to Marshall University, a state-supported public university and the second largest in the state, as well as Huntington Museum of Art, the largest art museum in the state. Claiming to be the origin of the West Virginia-style hot dog, and home to the world's largest rotating root beer mug, Huntington, nicknamed the "Jewel City" is a historic, walkable small city that offers the intrepid traveler several unique cultural diversions, with an excellent music and restaurant scene for its size.
Top landmarks
•Huntington Museum of Art — non-profit organization in Huntington, West Virginia, USA
•Downtown Huntington Historic District — US national historic district in Huntington, Cabell County, West Virginia
•Camden Park — amusement park located near Huntington, West Virginia
The longest stretch is about 63.7 miles on WV 2. 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: near the start (WV 2 / Washington Street): Navigation decision point; at 10.3 miles (WV 2 / Madison Street): Navigation decision point; at 22.1 miles (South Court Street): Navigation decision point.
Possible but tiring. At 4.8 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 9.7 hours — manageable with a long break at Huntington, WV, but most travelers stay overnight.
