Stretching 93.3 miles through the heart of West Virginia, this drive connects Summersville to Clarksburg in approximately 1 hour and 31 minutes. Because of the relatively short travel time, this route is perfectly suited for a single-day trip, requiring no overnight stays. You can expect to spend roughly $15 on fuel, making it an affordable excursion for those traveling within the Southeast region. The path remains entirely within the state, offering a straightforward journey between these two locales. Whether you are heading north for business or leisure, this drive provides a practical transition through the Mountain State's interior.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
45.9 miles from Summersville, WV
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 53m into the drive
.
Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
Senator Jennings Randolph Highway
59.2 mi
1h 3m
US 19
26 mi
30m
Webster Road
1.2 mi
2m
Philippi Pike
1 mi
1m
East Main Street
1 mi
1m
Philippi PIke
0.6 mi
<1m
West Pike Street
0.6 mi
1m
Anmoore Road
0.4 mi
<1m
Longest stretch:
Senator Jennings Randolph Highway
— 59.2 mi, about 1h 3m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Summersville, WV and Clarksburg, WV.
Since this is a compact 1 hour and 31 minute trip, you have plenty of flexibility to plan your departure time around your personal preferences. With no mandatory stops included in the itinerary, you can easily complete the entire distance in one go without the need for extended breaks. Keep in mind that because the route consists entirely of local roads, your travel time may fluctuate based on local traffic patterns and the winding nature of the path. Budgeting $15 for fuel is a safe baseline, but ensure your tank is topped off before leaving Summersville, as local roads may offer fewer refueling options than major interstates. Prioritize a daytime departure to ensure you have the best visibility for the turn-heavy sections of the road.
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.
You may only need one short stretch break if traffic stays light.
The halfway point lands around 45.9 miles from Summersville, WV, or about 53m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 59.2 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 20 miles or 25m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 45.9 miles or 53m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 1h 25m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Clarksburg, WV than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Summersville, WV so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Summersville, WV
This is one driving day of about 91.8 miles and 1h 46m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 20 miles from Summersville, WV.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on Senator Jennings Randolph Highway for about 59.2 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 27.7 and 91 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
7
27.7 mi into trip|~34m 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
4
87.3 mi into trip|~1h 38m in
Take the exit toward WV 58: Anmoore
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Toward WV 58: Anmoore
4
87.6 mi into trip|~1h 39m in
Keep slight left at fork
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
4
88.1 mi into trip|~1h 39m in|WV 58 / Philippi Pike
At end of road, turn right onto WV 58 / Philippi Pike
Navigation decision point
4
91 mi into trip|~1h 44m in|Monticello Avenue
Turn right onto Monticello Avenue
Navigation decision point
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$14.36 one way
$28.71 round trip
$3.97/gal25.4 MPG avg32 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.34
$15.70
$31.39
premium
$4.70
$16.99
$33.98
diesel
$5.61
$20.27
$40.54
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$14
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$39–$64
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 32.1 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $10 in charging
· 0 stops
· 66% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
27.5
0
$9.64
$4.41
Efficient EV
23
0
$8.03
$3.67
EV Truck/SUV
36.7
0
$12.85
$5.88
Gas CO2
32 kg
EV CO2
11 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.
Travel Intel
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Forecast as of Apr 15, 2026
Origin
Summersville, WV
Morning
in Summersville on Sunday
Local time
6:29 AM
EDT
Current temp
64°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Clarksburg, WV
Morning
in Clarksburg on Sunday
Local time
6:29 AM
EDT
Current temp
57°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
7 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
1h 46m 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.
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...
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
Prepare for a turn-heavy local drive that demands your full attention behind the wheel. Unlike a monotonous interstate grind, this route features zero percent highway share, meaning you will be navigating local roads for the entire 93.3-mile duration. The absence of high-speed expressways creates a more intimate, technical driving experience where the road's personality changes constantly. You should anticipate a consistent rhythm of curves and elevation shifts rather than long, straight stretches. It is a drive that requires you to stay engaged with the steering wheel as you navigate the local infrastructure connecting these two West Virginia hubs.
Only 28% highway — the rest is turn-by-turn surface driving.
19 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 59.2 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 27.7 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 1h 46m 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 27.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 87.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early; at 87.6 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully.
Summersville is a town of 3,300 people (as of 2019) in West Virginia.
Summersville is adjacent to Summersville Lake, the largest lake in West Virginia.
Mostly surface roads route profile with national parks nearby.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 59.2 miles on Senator Jennings Randolph Highway. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Yes. At under 2 hours behind the wheel, this works well for families — plan one quick stop if you have younger kids.
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 27.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 87.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early; at 87.6 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully.
Yes — Gauley River National Recreation Area. See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Clarksburg, WV before heading back.
