Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
57m
Distance
38.5 mi
62 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$6
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Weirton, WV
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Moundsville, WV
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If you are planning a trip from Weirton to Moundsville, you are looking at a straightforward 41.4-mile journey that typically takes about 51 minutes. This short distance makes it an ideal day trip, allowing you to reach your destination in under an hour without needing an overnight stay. You will primarily navigate via local roads, including Dean Martin Boulevard, North 4th Street, and Slack Street, rather than major interstates. Budgeting approximately $7 for fuel should comfortably cover your travel costs for this specific route. Since both cities are located within the Southeast region of West Virginia, you can expect a consistent regional feel throughout your travel.
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| WV 2 | 34.7 mi | 50m |
| Main Street | 2.5 mi | 4m |
| Jefferson Avenue | 1.1 mi | 1m |
| 16th Street | 0.1 mi | <1m |
| Chapline Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| 5th Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Step-by-step road directions between Weirton, WV and Moundsville, WV.
Start on WV 2
Keep slight right at fork onto WV 2
Turn left onto WV 2
Turn right onto WV 2
Take the ramp onto WV 2
Turn left onto US 250
Turn right onto 5th Street
Arrive at destination
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
19 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 38.5 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 19.2 miles from Weirton, WV, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
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 2.5 and 38.5 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
Keep slight right at fork onto WV 2 toward WV 2 South: Follansbee, Wheeling
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Turn left onto WV 2 / 16th Street
Navigation decision point
Turn right onto WV 2 / Chapline Street
Navigation decision point
Turn left onto US 250 / Jefferson Avenue
Navigation decision point
Turn right onto 5th Street
Navigation decision point
Regular Gas
$6.02 one way
$12.04 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.34 | $6.58 | $13.17 |
| premium | $4.70 | $7.13 | $14.25 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $8.50 | $17.00 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$6
Estimated CO2 emission: 13.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $4 in charging · 0 stops · 62% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 11.5 | 0 | $4.04 | $1.85 |
| Efficient EV | 9.6 | 0 | $3.37 | $1.54 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 15.4 | 0 | $5.39 | $2.46 |
Gas CO2
13 kg
EV CO2
5 kg (62% 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
Morning in Weirton on Sunday
Local time
6:17 AM
EDT
Current temp
58°F
Partly Cloudy
Destination
Morning in Moundsville on Sunday
Local time
6:17 AM
EDT
Current temp
71°F
Unavailable
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.
Expect a turn-heavy local drive that demands your full attention behind the wheel. Because the highway share for this trip is 0%, you will not be dealing with the monotony of long, high-speed interstate stretches. Instead, the route relies entirely on local streets that require frequent adjustments and careful navigation. The personality of this drive is defined by its technical nature rather than high-speed cruising. Be prepared for a steady, hands-on experience as you transition through these West Virginia communities.
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on WV 2 and Main Street. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 2.5 miles in near WV 2.
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 57m drive. You will face about 5 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 2.5 miles (WV 2): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 27.5 miles (WV 2 / 16th Street): Navigation decision point; at 27.6 miles (WV 2 / Chapline Street): Navigation decision point.
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
On the drive from Weirton, WV to Moundsville, WV, road signs begin pointing toward Wheeling along the way.
Wheeling
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 57m. Total distance: 38.5 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
57m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (90%). Straightforward navigation.
Compiled by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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