If you are planning a trip across West Virginia, the 150.9-mile journey from Weston to Huntington is a straightforward endeavor. Clocking in at approximately 2 hours and 49 minutes, this route is perfectly suited for a single-day excursion, meaning you won’t need to worry about booking an overnight stay. You can expect to spend about $24 on fuel, making it an affordable transit between these two Southeast locations. The path utilizes a combination of the Senator Jennings Randolph Highway, I-64, and South Main Avenue to connect the regions. Whether you are heading out for business or a quick change of scenery, this mixed-drive profile offers a reliable pace for your travel itinerary.
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
75.4 miles from Weston, WV
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 1h 22m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
Senator Jennings Randolph Highway
95.5 mi
1h 42m
I 64
47 mi
51m
South Main Avenue
1.6 mi
2m
I 77
1.4 mi
1m
Troy Brown Way
1.4 mi
2m
Hal Greer Boulevard
0.8 mi
2m
8th Avenue
0.6 mi
1m
Skin Creek Road
0.4 mi
<1m
Longest stretch:
Senator Jennings Randolph Highway
— 95.5 mi, about 1h 42m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Weston, WV and Huntington, WV.
Planning for this 2-hour and 49-minute drive is simple, but keeping a few logistical details in mind will ensure a smoother arrival. Since the route includes one planned stop, use that break to stretch your legs and refuel if necessary, keeping your $24 gas budget in mind. Leaving during off-peak hours can help you maintain a steady pace across the 150.9 miles, especially when transitioning between the Senator Jennings Randolph Highway and the interstate segments. Because this is a relatively short trip, you have the flexibility to depart whenever fits your schedule best. Always double-check your route map before pulling out, as the shift from major highways to South Main Avenue in Huntington will be your final navigation hurdle.
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.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 75.4 miles from Weston, WV, or about 1h 22m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 95.5 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 33 miles or 37m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 75.4 miles or 1h 22m 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 15m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Huntington, WV than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Weston, 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 Weston, WV
This is one driving day of about 150.9 miles and 2h 49m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 33 miles from Weston, WV.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Plan about 1 real break rather than only quick fuel stops.
The longest stretch is on Senator Jennings Randolph Highway for about 95.5 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 1.8 and 150.6 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
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1.8 mi into trip|~2m in|CR 30 / Skin Creek Road
Turn sharp left onto CR 30 / Skin Creek Road
Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach
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99.5 mi into trip|~1h 48m in
Take the exit toward I 64 West, US 119 South: Huntington
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward I 64 West, US 119 South: Huntington
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147.5 mi into trip|~2h 41m in
Keep slight right at fork toward WV 10: Downtown Huntington
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Toward WV 10: Downtown Huntington
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149.2 mi into trip|~2h 44m in|WV 10 / Hal Greer Boulevard
Keep slight left at fork onto WV 10 / Hal Greer Boulevard
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
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150.6 mi into trip|~2h 48m in|WV 527 / 8th Street
Turn right onto WV 527 / 8th Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$23.60 one way
$47.19 round trip
$3.97/gal25.4 MPG avg53 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.34
$25.80
$51.60
premium
$4.70
$27.93
$55.86
diesel
$5.61
$33.32
$66.63
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$24
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$49–$74
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 52.8 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $16 in charging
· 0 stops
· 66% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
45.3
0
$15.84
$7.24
Efficient EV
37.7
0
$13.20
$6.04
EV Truck/SUV
60.4
0
$21.13
$9.66
Gas CO2
53 kg
EV CO2
18 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 18, 2026
Origin
Weston, WV
Late night
in Weston on Sunday
Local time
4:01 AM
EDT
Current temp
58°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Huntington, WV
Late night
in Huntington on Sunday
Local time
4:01 AM
EDT
Current temp
56°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
2 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 49m 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 varied experience behind the wheel, as this 150.9-mile route balances high-speed transit with local navigation. You will spend roughly 32% of your time on highways, with a significant 95.5-mile stretch on the Senator Jennings Randolph Highway serving as the longest uninterrupted portion of your drive. The transition from these open stretches to the more localized segments on I-64 and South Main Avenue requires you to stay alert as traffic patterns shift. This mix of road types keeps the journey engaging without becoming overly monotonous. By the time you reach Huntington, you will have navigated a practical cross-section of the state's infrastructure.
32% highway, the rest on surface roads — varied driving throughout.
20 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 95.5 mi on Senator Jennings Randolph Highway.
How Hard Is This Drive?
8/10
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 1.8 miles in near CR 30 / Skin Creek Road.
Driving Effort8/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 17 significant decision points across 150.9 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 1.8 miles (CR 30 / Skin Creek Road): Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach; at 99.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 147.5 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully.
Elevation Profile
Gently rolling terrain
1,254 ft566 ft
Total Climb
1,114 ft
Total Descent
1,568 ft
Highest Point
1,254 ft
~12.6 mi in
Elevation Range
688 ft
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 49m. Total distance: 150.9 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 49m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (32%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Scenic Drive
Mixed highway & surface route profile.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 95.5 miles on Senator Jennings Randolph Highway. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
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 Huntington, 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. Plan at least 1 meaningful breaks. 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 1.8 miles (CR 30 / Skin Creek Road): Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach; at 99.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 147.5 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Huntington, WV before heading back.
