Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
2h 31m
Distance
135.3 mi
218 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$21
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Saint Albans, WV
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Bridgeport, WV
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Spanning 135.3 miles across West Virginia, this drive between Saint Albans and Bridgeport is a straightforward journey that typically takes about 2 hours and 31 minutes. Since the entire route stays within the Southeast region, you won’t encounter major geographic shifts, but you should prepare for a turn-heavy experience. One day is plenty to complete the trip, making it an ideal choice for a quick getaway or a necessary transit. Budgeting approximately $22 for fuel will cover your transit costs comfortably. While the drive is manageable in a single stretch, plan for at least one stop to break up the technical sections of the road.
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
67.6 miles from Saint Albans, WV
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 17m into the drive .
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Senator Jennings Randolph Highway | 118.4 mi | 2h 6m |
| I 64 | 8.2 mi | 9m |
| 1st Avenue South | 3.1 mi | 4m |
| I 77 | 1.5 mi | 1m |
| US 50 | 1.5 mi | 2m |
| 3rd Street | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| North Virginia Avenue | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| The New Saint Albans-Nitro Bridge | 0.2 mi | <1m |
Step-by-step road directions between Saint Albans, WV and Bridgeport, WV.
Start on CR 6/16
Turn right onto CR 60/14
Turn left onto CR 6/6
Continue on The New Saint Albans-Nitro Bridge
Continue on Center Street
Turn right onto WV 25
Continue on WV 25
Take the ramp
Keep slight right at fork
Merge onto I 64
Take the exit
Merge onto I 77
Keep slight right at fork onto I 79
Take the exit
Keep slight right at fork
Turn straight onto US 50
Turn left onto CR 24
Arrive at destination
Because this route is fairly short, you have the flexibility to depart whenever fits your schedule best. To make the most of your 2-hour and 31-minute travel time, aim to incorporate your single planned stop toward the middle of the trip to navigate the turn-heavy sections with fresh eyes. Keep a close watch on your fuel gauge before starting the 118.4-mile segment on the Senator Jennings Randolph Highway, as services may vary compared to the interstate portions. Since this route is quite technical, avoid rushing; taking your time allows you to handle the curves safely. Staying alert is the most important factor for a smooth arrival in Bridgeport.
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.
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 30 miles or 37m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 67.6 miles or 1h 17m 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 3m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Bridgeport, WV than in the middle of the route.
Open the route before leaving Saint Albans, WV so your first major turns are already loaded.
Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
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 Saint Albans, WV
This is one driving day of about 135.3 miles and 2h 31m.
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
68 mi into the route
Best for: Lunch, fuel, and a longer reset
This sits close to the middle of the route, so it works well for the longest stop of the day.
A short stop after about 30 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 67.6 miles from Saint Albans, WV, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before Senator Jennings Randolph Highway if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 118.4 miles.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
5 decision points cluster between mile 0.1 and 133 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
Turn right onto CR 60/14 / 6th Avenue
Navigation decision point
Keep slight right at fork
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Take the exit toward I 77 North, I 79: Parkersburg
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Keep slight right at fork onto I 79 / Senator Jennings Randolph Highway toward I 79 North: Clarksburg
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Take the exit toward US 50: Clarksburg, Bridgeport
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Regular Gas
$21.16 one way
$42.32 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.34 | $23.13 | $46.27 |
| premium | $4.70 | $25.04 | $50.08 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $29.87 | $59.75 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$21
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$46–$71
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 47.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $14 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 40.6 | 0 | $14.21 | $6.49 |
| Efficient EV | 33.8 | 0 | $11.84 | $5.41 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 54.1 | 0 | $18.94 | $8.66 |
Gas CO2
47 kg
EV CO2
16 kg (66% 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.
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Origin
Night in Saint Albans on Saturday
Local time
10:53 PM
EDT
Current temp
46°F
Mostly Clear
Destination
Night in Bridgeport on Saturday
Local time
10:53 PM
EDT
Current temp
40°F
Mostly Clear
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
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
The weather snapshot is not static. If you are leaving later, give both cities one more quick forecast check before departure.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
Worth a detour if your schedule allows.
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...
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
Expect a road trip that favors local navigation over high-speed interstate cruising, as only 8% of the route consists of traditional highways. You will spend the vast majority of your time—118.4 miles to be exact—on the Senator Jennings Randolph Highway. This stretch defines the drive’s character, offering a turn-heavy profile that requires your full attention behind the wheel. While you will briefly utilize I-64 and 1st Avenue South, the journey is defined by its winding nature rather than long, monotonous interstate miles. It is a hands-on driving experience that rewards those who enjoy navigating shifting terrain.
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. You will hit about 11 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 0.1 miles in near CR 60/14 / 6th Avenue.
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 135.3 miles you will encounter 11 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 0.1 miles (CR 60/14 / 6th Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 4.2 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 12.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Gently rolling terrain
Total Climb
1,199 ft
Total Descent
797 ft
Highest Point
1,329 ft
~101.4 mi in
Elevation Range
715 ft
Bridgeport is a city in the Mountains and Lakes Country region of West Virginia.
City content from Wikivoyage (CC BY-SA 4.0) and Wikidata (CC0).
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 31m. Total distance: 135.3 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 31m drive, comfortable solo distance.
Scenic Drive
Mostly surface roads route profile with national parks nearby.
Compiled by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, EIA for fuel prices, USGS 3DEP for elevation, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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