This 118.4-mile drive from Weirton Heights to Williamstown, WV, is a straightforward journey that can easily be completed in about 2 hours and 19 minutes. Primarily utilizing I-77, with segments on Cadiz Road and US 22, this route offers a mixed driving experience. The estimated fuel cost for this trip is around $19, making it an economical option. Since it's a relatively short drive within the same Southeast region of West Virginia, it's perfectly suited as a single-day excursion. You won't need to worry about finding overnight accommodations, giving you flexibility in your departure and arrival times.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
59.2 miles from Weirton Heights, WV
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 1h 14m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
I 77
48.8 mi
52m
Cadiz Road
20.7 mi
23m
US 22
20.4 mi
23m
Cadiz-Piedmont Road
16.8 mi
22m
Cadiz-Steubenville Road
8.4 mi
10m
WV 14
1 mi
1m
Cove Road
0.6 mi
1m
Three Springs Drive
0.5 mi
1m
Longest stretch:
I 77
— 48.8 mi, about 52m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Weirton Heights, WV and Williamstown, WV.
1
Start on WV 105
45 ft·8 sec·Pennsylvania Avenue
2
Turn sharp right onto CR 507
0.6 mi·1 min·Cove Road
3
Turn left onto CR 13
0.5 mi·1 min·Three Springs Drive
4
Take the ramp
0.4 mi·53 sec
5
Merge onto US 22
3.1 mi·3 min·US 22
6
Keep slight left at fork onto US 22
17 mi·19 min·US 22
7
Continue on US 22
8.4 mi·10 min·Cadiz-Steubenville Road
8
Continue on US 22
17 mi·22 min·Cadiz-Piedmont Road
9
Continue on US 22; SR 800
21 mi·23 min·Cadiz Road
10
Take the exit
0.5 mi·59 sec
11
Merge onto I 77
49 mi·52 min·I 77
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
12
Take the exit
0.2 mi·26 sec
Toward WV 14: Williamstown, Vienna
13
Keep slight right at fork
122 ft·3 sec
Toward WV 14: Williamstown, Vienna
14
Turn slight right onto WV 14
253 ft·5 sec·WV 14
15
Enter roundabout onto WV 14
169 ft·2 sec·WV 14
16
Continue on WV 14
1.0 mi·1 min·WV 14
17
Turn right onto East 5th Street
55 ft·2 sec·East 5th Street
18
Arrive at destination
East 5th Street
Trip Plan
Given the 2-hour and 19-minute duration, starting your trip in Weirton Heights after morning rush hour will allow you to arrive in Williamstown with ample daylight. With no designated stops, you have the flexibility to pull over as needed, though planning one break around the halfway mark might be wise. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge; the $19 estimated cost is based on the 118.4-mile distance, but conditions can always affect consumption. A specific tip for this route: be prepared for the transition off I-77 onto US 22, as this often involves a change in speed and traffic patterns.
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 59.2 miles from Weirton Heights, WV, or about 1h 14m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 48.8 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 26 miles or 32m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 59.2 miles or 1h 14m 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 55m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Williamstown, 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 118.4 miles and 2h 19m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 26 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 77 for about 48.8 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 10
5 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 117.3 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
0 mi into trip|~0m in|CR 507 / Cove Road
Turn sharp right onto CR 507 / Cove Road
Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach
5
68.3 mi into trip|~1h 24m in|I 77
Merge onto I 77
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
5
117.1 mi into trip|~2h 17m in
Take the exit toward WV 14: Williamstown, Vienna
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward WV 14: Williamstown, Vienna
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117.3 mi into trip|~2h 17m in
Keep slight right at fork toward WV 14: Williamstown, Vienna
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward WV 14: Williamstown, Vienna
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117.3 mi into trip|~2h 17m in|WV 14
Enter roundabout onto WV 14
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$18.52 one way
$37.03 round trip
$3.97/gal25.4 MPG avg41 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.34
$20.24
$40.49
premium
$4.70
$21.91
$43.83
diesel
$5.61
$26.14
$52.28
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$19
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$44–$69
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 41.4 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $12 in charging
· 0 stops
· 66% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
35.5
0
$12.43
$5.68
Efficient EV
29.6
0
$10.36
$4.74
EV Truck/SUV
47.4
0
$16.58
$7.58
Gas CO2
41 kg
EV CO2
14 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
Weirton Heights, WV
Night
in Weirton Heights on Saturday
Local time
10:52 PM
EDT
Current temp
69°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Williamstown, WV
Night
in Williamstown on Saturday
Local time
10:52 PM
EDT
Current temp
54°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
70°F
West Chester, OH
59 mi in
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
15 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
2h 19m 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 drive that's predominantly highway, with 59% of the journey on interstates like I-77. You'll encounter a longest stretch of 48.8 miles on I-77, offering a chance to settle into a steady pace. The route is characterized as a 'mixed drive,' suggesting transitions between faster highway sections and potentially more local road segments as you navigate between main thoroughfares. This blend means you'll experience varying road conditions and speed limits throughout the 118.4 miles.
59% highway, the rest on surface roads — varied driving throughout.
18 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 48.8 mi on I 77.
How Hard Is This Drive?
5/10
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. You will hit about 10 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near CR 507 / Cove Road.
Driving Effort5/10
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 118.4 miles you will encounter 10 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: near the start (CR 507 / Cove Road): Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach; at 68.3 miles (I 77): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 117.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Elevation Profile
Gently rolling terrain
1,201 ft631 ft
Total Climb
1,165 ft
Total Descent
1,735 ft
Highest Point
1,201 ft
Elevation Range
570 ft
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 19m. Total distance: 118.4 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 19m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (59%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 48.8 miles on I 77. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
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 (CR 507 / Cove Road): Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach; at 68.3 miles (I 77): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 117.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Williamstown, WV before heading back.
