This 149-mile drive from Ravenswood to Weirton Heights, West Virginia, is a manageable one-day trip, taking just over 3 hours to complete. You'll navigate primarily on WV 2 and SR 7, with a portion on North State Rt. 2, making for a mixed driving experience. The estimated fuel cost for this journey is around $24. Given its relatively short duration and the fact that both the origin and destination are within the Southeast region of West Virginia, this route is perfect for a straightforward day trip, allowing for flexibility in your departure time and stops.
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
74.5 miles from Ravenswood, WV
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 1h 24m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
WV 2
34.1 mi
37m
SR 7
34.1 mi
44m
North State Rt. 2
22.4 mi
27m
2nd Street
16.9 mi
19m
State Route 2
11.7 mi
13m
Emerson Avenue
5 mi
5m
Wells Street
5 mi
5m
Vine Street
4.3 mi
4m
Longest stretch:
WV 2
— 34.1 mi, about 37m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Ravenswood, WV and Weirton Heights, WV.
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Start on Walnut Street
53 ft·7 sec·Walnut Street
2
Turn left onto WV 68
0.6 mi·1 min·Washington Street
3
Continue on US 33
0.4 mi·49 sec·US 33
4
Turn left onto US 33; WV 2
2.4 mi·3 min·US 33; WV 2
5
Turn left onto WV 2
34 mi·36 min·WV 2
6
Take the exit onto WV 2
0.4 mi·47 sec·WV 2
Toward WV 2 North, WV 68 South: Vienna, North Parkersburg
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Keep slight right at fork onto WV 2
136 ft·3 sec·WV 2
Toward WV 2 North, WV 68 South: Vienna, North Parkersburg
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Continue on WV 2
5.0 mi·5 min·Emerson Avenue
9
Continue on WV 2
12 mi·13 min·State Route 2
10
Continue on WV 2
17 mi·19 min·2nd Street
11
Turn right onto WV 2
5.0 mi·5 min·Wells Street
12
Continue on WV 2
4.3 mi·4 min·Vine Street
13
Continue on WV 2
2.0 mi·2 min·3rd Street
14
Continue on WV 2
1.3 mi·1 min·North State Route 2
15
Continue on WV 2
22 mi·27 min·North State Rt. 2
16
Turn left onto WV 2 Spur
0.4 mi·30 sec·12th Street
17
Continue on SR 872
0.3 mi·27 sec·SR 872
18
Take the exit
0.2 mi·35 sec
19
Continue on SR 7
34 mi·44 min·SR 7
20
Turn left onto Slack Street
519 ft·14 sec·Slack Street
21
Turn right onto South 4th Street
1.1 mi·2 min·South 4th Street
22
Turn left onto Franklin Avenue
0.3 mi·38 sec·Franklin Avenue
23
Turn right onto North 7th Street
0.1 mi·23 sec·North 7th Street
24
Take the ramp
0.2 mi·20 sec
25
Merge onto US 22
0.9 mi·1 min·Veterans Memorial Bridge
26
Keep slight left at fork onto US 22
3.5 mi·4 min·US 22
27
Take the exit
0.2 mi·25 sec
Toward CR 13: Three Springs Drive
28
Keep slight right at fork
352 ft·10 sec
29
Turn straight onto CR 13
0.7 mi·1 min·Three Springs Drive
30
At end of road, turn right onto CR 507
0.6 mi·1 min·Cove Road
31
Turn sharp left onto WV 105
45 ft·0 sec·Pennsylvania Avenue
32
Arrive at destination
WV 105
Trip Plan
With a drive time of just over 3 hours, this trip offers plenty of flexibility. You can easily make it a single-day adventure, departing in the morning and arriving by midday. Plan for one stop along the way to stretch your legs or refuel, especially since the longest uninterrupted stretch is over 34 miles. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, as the estimated $24 cost reflects the total journey, and it's always wise to top off before heading out. Consider taking WV 2 for its scenic potential when possible.
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 74.5 miles from Ravenswood, WV, or about 1h 24m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 34.1 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 33 miles or 37m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 74.5 miles or 1h 24m 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 23m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Weirton Heights, WV than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Ravenswood, 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 Ravenswood, WV
This is one driving day of about 149 miles and 3h 2m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 33 miles from Ravenswood, 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 34.1 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 18
5 decision points cluster between mile 37.1 and 147.6 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
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37.1 mi into trip|~41m in|WV 2
Take the exit onto WV 2 toward WV 2 North, WV 68 South: Vienna, North Parkersburg
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward WV 2 North, WV 68 South: Vienna, North P...
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37.5 mi into trip|~42m in|WV 2
Keep slight right at fork onto WV 2 toward WV 2 North, WV 68 South: Vienna, North Parkersburg
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward WV 2 North, WV 68 South: Vienna, North P...
5
106.9 mi into trip|~2h 3m in
Take the exit
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
5
142.7 mi into trip|~2h 51m in|North 7th Street
Turn right onto North 7th Street
Navigation decision point
5
147.6 mi into trip|~2h 58m in
Keep slight right at fork
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$23.30 one way
$46.60 round trip
$3.97/gal25.4 MPG avg52 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.34
$25.48
$50.95
premium
$4.70
$27.58
$55.15
diesel
$5.61
$32.90
$65.79
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$23
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$48–$73
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 52.1 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $16 in charging
· 0 stops
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
44.7
0
$15.64
$7.15
Efficient EV
37.3
0
$13.04
$5.96
EV Truck/SUV
59.6
0
$20.86
$9.54
Gas CO2
52 kg
EV CO2
17 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 18, 2026
Origin
Ravenswood, WV
Late night
in Ravenswood on Sunday
Local time
12:47 AM
EDT
Current temp
58°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Weirton Heights, WV
Late night
in Weirton Heights on Sunday
Local time
12:47 AM
EDT
Current temp
72°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
14 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
3h 2m 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 mixed drive on this route, with 59% of the journey on highways. The longest continuous stretch you'll encounter is 34.1 miles along WV 2. As you travel, the road's character will evolve, shifting between potentially faster highway sections and more local road segments. This variety means you'll experience different driving conditions, keeping your time behind the wheel engaging without being overly demanding.
59% highway, the rest on surface roads — varied driving throughout.
32 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 34.1 mi on WV 2.
How Hard Is This Drive?
7/10
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 37.1 miles in near WV 2.
Driving Effort7/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 18 significant decision points across 149 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 37.1 miles (WV 2): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 37.5 miles (WV 2): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 106.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early.
Elevation Profile
Mostly flat terrain
1,201 ft608 ft
Total Climb
873 ft
Total Descent
279 ft
Highest Point
1,201 ft
~149 mi in
Elevation Range
593 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 Ravenswood, WV to Weirton Heights, WV, road signs begin pointing toward Parkersburg along the way.
Parkersburg
37.1 mi in|~41m|via WV 2
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 3h 2m. Total distance: 149 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
3h 2m drive, comfortable solo distance.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 34.1 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.
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 Heights, 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 37.1 miles (WV 2): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 37.5 miles (WV 2): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 106.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early.
Possible but tiring. At 3.0 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 6.1 hours — manageable with a long break at Weirton Heights, WV, but most travelers stay overnight.
