If you are planning to travel from Weirton Heights to Barrackville, expect a straightforward journey covering 104.2 miles. You can comfortably complete this trip in about 2 hours and 7 minutes, making it an ideal day trip that doesn't require an overnight stay. Your route utilizes a combination of the Southern Beltway, the Raymond P. Shafer Highway, and I-79 to navigate through the state. Budgeting around $17 for fuel should cover your primary transit costs for this one-way drive. Since both locations are situated within the Southeast region of West Virginia, you will find a consistent atmosphere throughout the transit. This is a practical, efficient path for travelers looking to move between these two points with minimal fuss.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
52.1 miles from Weirton Heights, WV
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 1h 7m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
I 79
58.8 mi
1h 4m
Southern Beltway
11.7 mi
12m
Raymond P Shafer Highway
11.6 mi
15m
US 22
11.3 mi
15m
Dwight D Eisenhower Highway
3 mi
4m
Cleveland Avenue
1.7 mi
1m
Pennsylvania Avenue
1 mi
1m
Fairmont Gateway Connector
0.8 mi
1m
Longest stretch:
I 79
— 58.8 mi, about 1h 4m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Weirton Heights, WV and Barrackville, WV.
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Start on WV 105
1.0 mi·1 min·Pennsylvania Avenue
2
Turn right onto WV 105
0.7 mi·1 min·Colliers Way
3
Take the ramp
0.3 mi·35 sec
Use the left lane.
4
Merge onto US 22
11 mi·15 min·US 22
5
Take the exit
0.3 mi·50 sec
Toward PA Turnpike 576 West: Washington Pennsylvania, AirportUse the slight right lane.
6
Keep slight right at fork
0.4 mi·53 sec
Toward PA Tpke 576 East: Washington Pennsylvania
7
Merge onto PA Tpke 576
12 mi·12 min·Southern Beltway
8
Take the exit
0.9 mi·1 min
Toward I 79 South: Washington
9
Merge onto I 79
12 mi·15 min·Raymond P Shafer Highway
10
Keep slight left at fork onto I 79
0.5 mi·1 min·I 79
Toward I 70 East, I 79 South: New Stanton, MorgantownUse the slight left lane.
11
Merge onto I 70; I 79
3.0 mi·4 min·Dwight D Eisenhower Highway
12
Take the exit onto I 79
58 mi·1 hr 3 min·I 79
Exit 21Toward I 79 south: Waynesburg, MorgantownUse the slight right lane.
13
Take the exit
0.5 mi·1 min
Toward WV 273 North: Downtown, Fairmont
14
Turn left onto WV 273
0.4 mi·59 sec·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
0.4 mi·1 min·Jefferson Street
20
Turn left onto US 19
0.1 mi·22 sec·Jackson Street
21
Turn right onto US 250
1.7 mi·1 min·Cleveland Avenue
22
Turn right onto CR 250/32
0.2 mi·28 sec·Barrackville Road
23
Continue on CR 250/32
0.6 mi·1 min·Pike Street
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Arrive at destination
CR 250/32
Trip Plan
Because this is a relatively short drive, you have plenty of flexibility to plan your departure time based on your personal schedule. With no mandatory stops required to reach your destination, you can easily power through the 2-hour-and-7-minute trip in one go. If you prefer to break up the drive, consider timing your transit to avoid peak congestion on the heavier traffic segments of I-79. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge before you hit the longer stretches, as the $17 estimate is based on typical consumption rates for this distance. Since your route is entirely within West Virginia, you won't need to worry about changing road regulations or regional driving customs as you travel south.
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 52.1 miles from Weirton Heights, WV, or about 1h 7m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 58.8 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 23 miles or 30m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 52.1 miles or 1h 7m 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 43m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Barrackville, WV than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Weirton Heights, 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 Weirton Heights, WV
This is one driving day of about 104.2 miles and 2h 7m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 23 miles from Weirton Heights, WV.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on I 79 for about 58.8 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 17
5 decision points cluster between mile 1.7 and 41.6 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
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1.7 mi into trip|~3m in
Take the ramp
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
7
13.3 mi into trip|~19m in
Take the exit toward PA Turnpike 576 West: Washington Pennsylvania, Airport
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Toward PA Turnpike 576 West: Washington Pennsyl...
5
13.6 mi into trip|~20m in
Keep slight right at fork toward PA Tpke 576 East: Washington Pennsylvania
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Toward PA Tpke 576 East: Washington Pennsylvani...
8
38.1 mi into trip|~51m in|I 79
Keep slight left at fork onto I 79 toward I 70 East, I 79 South: New Stanton, Morgantown
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight left lane.
Toward I 70 East, I 79 South: New Stanton, Morg...
8
41.6 mi into trip|~56m in|I 79
Take the exit onto I 79 toward I 79 south: Waynesburg, Morgantown
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 21
Toward I 79 south: Waynesburg, Morgantown
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$16.29 one way
$32.59 round trip
$3.97/gal25.4 MPG avg37 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.34
$17.82
$35.63
premium
$4.70
$19.29
$38.57
diesel
$5.61
$23.01
$46.01
Estimated Tolls: $0.82
Southern Beltway
(11.7 mi)$0.82
Toll estimates based on average 2024-2025 rates. EZ-Pass/SunPass discounts may lower the actual cost.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$16
Tolls
$1
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$42–$67
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 36.5 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $11 in charging
· 0 stops
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
31.3
0
$10.94
$5.00
Efficient EV
26.1
0
$9.12
$4.17
EV Truck/SUV
41.7
0
$14.59
$6.67
Gas CO2
36 kg
EV CO2
12 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 11, 2026
Origin
Weirton Heights, WV
Morning
in Weirton Heights on Sunday
Local time
10:59 AM
EDT
Current temp
42°F
Partly Cloudy
NE 5 mph2% chanceLive forecast
Destination
Barrackville, WV
Morning
in Barrackville on Sunday
Local time
10:59 AM
EDT
Current temp
43°F
Partly Cloudy
NE 3 mph2% chanceLive 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
1 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
2h 7m on the road
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.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
This trip is heavily focused on highway travel, with 67% of your time spent on major thoroughfares. You will experience a mix of fast-paced interstate driving and connecting highway segments that keep the momentum steady. The longest uninterrupted stretch you will encounter is a 58.8-mile run on I-79, which allows for consistent cruising. Because the route relies so heavily on primary roads, it offers a predictable driving experience rather than a winding backroads adventure. Be prepared for a functional, high-speed transit that prioritizes efficiency over technical, low-speed maneuvering.
67% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
24 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 58.8 mi on I 79.
How Hard Is This Drive?
9/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 79 and Southern Beltway. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 1.7 miles in.
Driving Effort9/10
High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 17 significant decision points across 104.2 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 1.7 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 13.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 13.6 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully.
Elevation Profile
Mostly flat terrain
1,224 ft940 ft
Total Climb
536 ft
Total Descent
796 ft
Highest Point
1,224 ft
~7.4 mi in
Elevation Range
284 ft
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Weirton Heights, WV and Barrackville, WV, road signs point toward Pa Turnpike 576 West: Washington Pennsylvania, Airport, Pa Tpke 576 East: Washington Pennsylvania and Morgantown.
Pa Turnpike 576 West: Washington Pennsylvania
13.3 mi in|~19m
Airport
13.3 mi in|~19m
Pa Tpke 576 East: Washington Pennsylvania
13.6 mi in|~20m
Morgantown
38.1 mi in|~51m|via I 79
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 7m. Total distance: 104.2 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 7m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (67%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 58.8 miles on I 79. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Expect about $0.82 in tolls one way, starting with Southern Beltway. Most Northeast and Midwest toll agencies accept E-ZPass; in the West and Texas, transponders like TxTag or FasTrak apply. If you do not have a transponder, cashless tolling plates will mail a bill to the vehicle's registered address — usually with a surcharge, so a rental-car toll pass is often cheaper than paying by mail.
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 Barrackville, 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. 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 1.7 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 13.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 13.6 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Barrackville, WV before heading back.
