How far is Alderson, WV from Martinsburg, WV?
The driving distance from Alderson, WV to Martinsburg, WV is about 238.1 miles (383.2 km), with a travel time of about 03h 48m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 187.7 miles (302 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 07h 37m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM EDT.
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This drive is better planned with a longer stop or an overnight stay.
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Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Alderson and Martinsburg.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Alderson and Martinsburg.
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Start on East Riverview Avenue
680 ft · 12 sec · East Riverview Avenue
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Continue on East Riverside Drive
1899 ft · 33 sec · East Riverside Drive
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Turn right onto Highland Trail
11.3 mi · 17 min · Highland Trail
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Turn slight left onto Greenbrier Avenue
1597 ft · 29 sec · Greenbrier Avenue
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Turn right onto Walnut Street
83 m · 8 sec · Walnut Street
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Turn left onto West Main Street
2159 ft · 40 sec · West Main Street
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Turn left onto Frankford Road
1.3 mi · 2 min · Frankford Road
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Continue on Seneca Trail
2.6 mi · 4 min · Seneca Trail
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Continue on South Jefferson Street
1.7 mi · 3 min · South Jefferson Street
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Take the ramp right
1469 ft · 36 sec
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Merge slight left
101.3 mi · 1 hr 49 min
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Keep slight left
114.3 mi · 2 hr 4 min
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Take the exit slight right toward WV 45: Charles Town, Shepherdstown
1178 ft · 32 sec
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Turn right onto Apple Harvest Drive
1787 ft · 55 sec · Apple Harvest Drive
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Turn left onto Winchester Avenue
1.3 mi · 2 min · Winchester Avenue
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At the end of the road, turn right onto West King Street
1738 ft · 36 sec · West King Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · East King Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Alderson and Martinsburg.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
South Jefferson Street
Keep slight left
114 mi · 02h 04m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A longer out-and-back drive
This is still possible in one day, but it becomes a long driving day. Leaving early and planning your stop window matters more here.
Mostly Sunny leaving Alderson and Sunny near Martinsburg.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Alderson to Martinsburg?
The road trip is about 238.1 miles (383.2 km) and usually takes 03h 48m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This is still possible in one day, but it becomes a long driving day. Leaving early and planning your stop window matters more here.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Durbin is a useful midpoint, sitting about 118.1 miles from Alderson and 120 miles from Martinsburg.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 187.7 miles (302 km), while the road route adds roughly 50.4 extra miles because roads do not follow the straight air line.
When is the best time to leave for this route?
A good departure window is usually 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM EDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 9:22 AM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $33.27 one way or $66.54 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 74.7 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around Alderson and Sunny near Martinsburg.
Stop Ideas Near Durbin
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Durbin.
Staunton station
Clifton Forge
White Sulphur Springs
Alderson
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Alderson and Martinsburg. Straight-line distance: 187.63 mi (301.96 km).
#1 Alderson
City in West Virginia, United States of America
| Population | 1,111 |
| Coordinates | 37.7259500, -80.6420200 |
| Altitude | 472 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Martinsburg
City in West Virginia, United States
| Population | 17,514 |
| Coordinates | 39.4562100, -77.9638900 |
| Altitude | 138 |
| Country | United States |
End: East King Street (-77.963854, 39.456185)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 383 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 07h 55m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 05h 57m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 04h 45m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 03h 58m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 03h 24m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 02h 58m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
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| Regular gas | $3.96 | $33.27 | $66.54 |
| Mid-grade | $4.43 | $37.20 | $74.41 |
| Premium | $4.78 | $40.14 | $80.27 |
| Diesel | $5.62 | $47.24 | $94.48 |
Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.
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