Origin
Wheeling, WV
Night in Wheeling on Saturday
Local time
10:49 PM
EDT
Current temp
58°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Wheeling, WV to Blennerhassett, WV
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 50m
Distance
91.7 mi
148 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$14
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 43m
★
6 AM
1h 51m
8 AM
2h 7m
10 AM
1h 57m
12 PM
1h 55m
3 PM
1h 57m
5 PM
2h 6m
8 PM
1h 46m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Wheeling, WV
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Blennerhassett, WV
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Trip Overview
Wheeling, WV to Blennerhassett, WV is 91.7 miles and takes about 1h 50m via WV 2, with a fuel budget near $14 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This trip stays within the Southeast region and the state of West Virginia, offering a straightforward drive. It's a good option if you're looking for a relatively short journey that doesn't require an overnight stay. The mixed drive profile means you'll experience a variety of road types, keeping the travel engaging without being overly demanding. Consider this route for a simple, direct connection between these two West Virginia locations.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
45.8 miles from Wheeling, WV
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 56m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| WV 2 | 49.4 mi | 1h |
| Chelsea Street | 16.8 mi | 19m |
| 3rd Street | 11.7 mi | 13m |
| Corridor D | 6.4 mi | 7m |
| Emerson Avenue | 5.1 mi | 5m |
| Dupont Road | 1.4 mi | 2m |
| WV 68 | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| Chapline Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
WV 2
— 49.4 mi, about 1h
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Wheeling, WV and Blennerhassett, WV.
1
Start on WV 2
480 ft
·
10 sec
·
Chapline Street
2
Take the ramp onto WV 2
46 mi
·
56 min
·
WV 2
3
Turn left onto WV 2
269 ft
·
4 sec
·
Elizabeth Street
4
Turn right onto WV 2
17 mi
·
19 min
·
Chelsea Street
5
Continue on WV 2
12 mi
·
13 min
·
3rd Street
6
Continue on WV 2
5.1 mi
·
5 min
·
Emerson Avenue
7
Take the exit onto WV 2
3.4 mi
·
3 min
·
WV 2
8
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
44 sec
Toward US 50: Downtown Parkersburg
9
Turn right onto US 50
6.4 mi
·
7 min
·
Corridor D
10
Take the exit onto WV 68
0.3 mi
·
48 sec
·
WV 68
Toward WV 68 South: Ravenswood
11
Turn right onto WV 892
1.4 mi
·
2 min
·
Dupont Road
12
Arrive at destination
WV 892
Trip Plan
Given the 1h 50m duration and 91.7-mile length, this route is easily manageable within a single day. You could leave Wheeling anytime in the morning or early afternoon and still arrive in Blennerhassett with plenty of daylight to spare. With a fuel cost estimated at $14, planning your gas stops shouldn't be a major concern, but it's always wise to top off before leaving Wheeling. The longest stretch on WV 2 is nearly 50 miles, so if you prefer more frequent breaks, plan to stop before or after this segment. Take advantage of the short drive time by being flexible with your departure.
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 45.8 miles from Wheeling, WV, or about 56m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 49.4 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 24m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 45.8 miles or 56m 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 30m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Blennerhassett, WV than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
Open the route before leaving Wheeling, WV so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Wheeling, WV
This is one driving day of about 91.7 miles and 1h 50m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 20 miles from Wheeling, WV.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on WV 2 for about 49.4 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
46 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.
Pacing Suggestions
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 20 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 45.8 miles from Wheeling, 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.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 65 decision points cluster between mile 46 and 90.3 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
3
46 mi into trip
|
~57m in
|
WV 2 / Elizabeth Street
Turn left onto WV 2 / Elizabeth Street
Navigation decision point
3
46.1 mi into trip
|
~57m in
|
WV 2 / Chelsea Street
Turn right onto WV 2 / Chelsea Street
Navigation decision point
4
83.2 mi into trip
|
~1h 39m in
Take the exit toward US 50: Downtown Parkersburg
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Toward US 50: Downtown Parkersburg
4
89.9 mi into trip
|
~1h 47m in
|
WV 68
Take the exit onto WV 68 toward WV 68 South: Ravenswood
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Toward WV 68 South: Ravenswood
4
90.3 mi into trip
|
~1h 48m in
|
WV 892 / Dupont Road
Turn right onto WV 892 / Dupont Road
Navigation decision point
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$14.34 one way
$28.68 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
32 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.34 | $15.68 | $31.36 |
| premium | $4.70 | $16.97 | $33.94 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $20.25 | $40.49 |
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 | $9.63 | $4.40 |
| Efficient EV | 22.9 | 0 | $8.02 | $3.67 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 36.7 | 0 | $12.84 | $5.87 |
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.
Destination
Blennerhassett, WV
Night in Blennerhassett on Saturday
Local time
10:49 PM
EDT
Current temp
58°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
Very similar conditions
Both ends of the route are sitting at about the same temperature right now.
Road read
1h 50m 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.
What kind of drive is this?
This drive offers a mixed bag of road conditions, with 54% of it being highway travel. You'll find yourself on WV 2 for the longest uninterrupted stretch, covering 49.4 miles. Expect a blend of quicker highway sections and potentially slower local road segments as you navigate through Chelsea Street and 3rd Street in Wheeling. The road character shifts throughout the 1h 50m journey, moving from more open highway speeds to more contained city driving at points. It’s not a monotonous cruise, but rather a varied experience that reflects the transition between areas.
54% highway, the rest on surface roads — varied driving throughout.
12 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 49.4 mi on WV 2.
How Hard Is This Drive?
2/10
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes around 46 miles in near WV 2 / Elizabeth Street.
Driving Effort
2/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Wheeling, WV to Blennerhassett, WV is easy. At 1h 50m with 54% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 46 miles (WV 2 / Elizabeth Street): Navigation decision point; at 46.1 miles (WV 2 / Chelsea Street): Navigation decision point; at 83.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 50m. Total distance: 91.7 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 50m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (54%). Straightforward navigation.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 49.4 miles on WV 2. 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 46 miles (WV 2 / Elizabeth Street): Navigation decision point; at 46.1 miles (WV 2 / Chelsea Street): Navigation decision point; at 83.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Blennerhassett, WV before heading back.
How this page is built
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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