How far is Boaz, WV from Wheeling, WV?

The driving distance from Boaz, WV to Wheeling, WV is about 98.3 miles (158.2 km), with a travel time of about 01h 40m by car.

  • The straight-line flight distance is about 63.9 miles (102.8 km).
  • For a round trip, plan for roughly 03h 20m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
  • A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EDT.
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Quick Snapshot
Road
98.32 mi
01h 40m
Flight
63.87 mi
102.79 km direct

This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.

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Flight Distance

Direct air line
63.87 mi
Kilometers
102.79 km
Flight Time
00h 07m

Driving Distance

Road route
98.32 mi
Kilometers
158.23 km
Drive Time
01h 40m

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Drive time stays fixed at 01h 40m.

Arrival Snapshot
Arrive in Wheeling
Tue, Apr 14, 7:22 PM EDT
Return by in Boaz
Tue, Apr 14, 9:03 PM EDT
Useful when you're deciding between a quick errand, a day trip, or a longer stop.
Leave Boaz
2026-04-14T17:42
Arrive Wheeling
Tue, Apr 14, 7:22 PM EDT
Route Timing
01h 40m
One way by road
Best Departure Window
8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EDT
Aim for a morning departure
Arrive between
9:40 AM to 11:40 AM EDT

A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.

Leave by
3:10 PM EDT
Keeps a same-day return open with about 03h 00m at the destination.
Back in Boaz
9:30 PM EDT
Morning start is best

You are leaving earlier than the recommended window, which gives you extra margin for breaks and traffic.

Halfway Point

A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.

Mid-route stop
Paden City
WV

City in West Virginia, United States of America

From Boaz
43.5 mi
00h 50m
To Wheeling
54.8 mi
00h 50m

Route Weather Snapshot

Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.

Origin
85°F
Tuesday

Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Starts
Tue, Apr 14 6:00 AM EDT
Wind
6 to 13 mph SW
Destination
82°F
Tuesday

Chance Showers And Thunderstorms then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Starts
Tue, Apr 14 6:00 AM EDT
Wind
10 to 14 mph SW

Driving Route Map

The map below follows the saved road route between Boaz and Wheeling.

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Boaz and Wheeling.

  1. 1

    Start on the route

    23 m · 6 sec

  2. 2

    Turn right

    152 m · 28 sec

  3. 3

    Turn left onto Williams Highway

    4.5 mi · 7 min · Williams Highway

  4. 4

    At the end of the road, turn right onto Highland Avenue

    1.2 mi · 2 min · Highland Avenue

  5. 5

    Enter the roundabout and take exit 1 toward the route

    21 m · 1 sec

  6. 6

    Exit the roundabout

    4.5 mi · 8 min

  7. 7

    Turn left onto Emerson Avenue

    1.9 mi · 2 min · Emerson Avenue

  8. 8

    Continue on State Route 2

    11.7 mi · 13 min · State Route 2

  9. 9

    Continue on 2nd Street

    16.9 mi · 19 min · 2nd Street

  10. 10

    Turn right onto Wells Street

    5 mi · 6 min · Wells Street

  11. 11

    Continue on Vine Street

    4.3 mi · 5 min · Vine Street

  12. 12

    Continue on 3rd Street

    2 mi · 2 min · 3rd Street

  13. 13

    Continue on North State Route 2

    1.3 mi · 2 min · North State Route 2

  14. 14

    Continue on North State Rt. 2

    23.7 mi · 30 min · North State Rt. 2

  15. 15

    Continue on Wheeling Avenue

    9.4 mi · 12 min · Wheeling Avenue

  16. 16

    Take the exit slight right

    1615 ft · 42 sec

  17. 17

    Turn left onto 17th Street

    102 m · 17 sec · 17th Street

  18. 18

    Turn right onto Chapline Street

    98 m · 6 sec · Chapline Street

  19. 19

    Arrive at your destination

    0 m · 1 sec · Chapline Street

Car Route Details

A richer read on the saved driving route between Boaz and Wheeling.

OSRM road route
Drive Character

Straightforward drive

The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.

Directions
19 steps
9 turns on the saved route
Ramps & Exits
3
0 merges, 3 ramps or exits
Navigation Density
19.3 / 100 mi
Decision points by distance
Main Roads
North State Rt. 2
23.7 mi · 24%
2nd Street
16.9 mi · 17%
State Route 2
11.7 mi · 12%
Wheeling Avenue
9.74 mi · 10%
Highland Avenue
5.78 mi · 6%
Wells Street
4.96 mi · 5%
Longest Stretch

North State Rt. 2

Continue on North State Rt. 2

23.7 mi · 00h 30m

Route Summary

A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.

Trip Read

A comfortable day-trip route

This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.

Drive Time
01h 40m
Day trip friendly
Same-Day Return
03h 20m
Round-trip wheel time
Road vs Air
+34.4 mi
63.9 mi direct line
Halfway Stop
Paden City
00h 50m from Boaz
Leave By
3:10 PM EDT
Morning start is best
Weather Watch

Chance Showers And Thunderstorms leaving Boaz and Chance Showers And Thunderstorms then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Wheeling.

Trip Questions

Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.

How long does it take to drive from Boaz to Wheeling?

The road trip is about 98.3 miles (158.2 km) and usually takes 01h 40m in normal driving conditions.

Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?

This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.

What is the halfway point on this route?

Paden City is a useful midpoint, sitting about 43.5 miles from Boaz and 54.8 miles from Wheeling.

How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?

The direct path is about 63.9 miles (102.8 km), while the road route adds roughly 34.4 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 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 3:10 PM EDT.

How much will gas cost for this route?

Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $13.74 one way or $27.49 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 30.8 kg one way.

What should you check before leaving?

Before you leave, expect Chance Showers And Thunderstorms around Boaz and Chance Showers And Thunderstorms then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Wheeling.

Flight Path Map

This map shows the direct air route between Boaz and Wheeling. Straight-line distance: 63.87 mi (102.79 km).

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#1 Boaz

Boaz is a place in West Virginia, United States.

Population0
Coordinates39.3614600, -81.5020700
Altitude198
CountryUnited States
Wheeling

#2 Wheeling

City in West Virginia

Population26,283
Coordinates40.0639600, -80.7209100
Altitude203
CountryUnited States
Start: County Route 21/13 (-81.502197, 39.361562)
End: Chapline Street (-80.720798, 40.063971)

Estimated Travel Time

Distance: 158 km by road

SpeedTime
30 mph (48.3 km/h)03h 16m
40 mph (64.37 km/h)02h 27m
50 mph (80.47 km/h)01h 57m
60 mph (96.56 km/h)01h 38m
70 mph (112.65 km/h)01h 24m
80 mph (129 km/h)01h 13m

Fuel, Round Trip and CO2

Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.

One-way fuel
3.47 gal
13.13 L · about $13.74
Round trip
$27.49
6.94 gal · 26.26 L
Estimated CO2
30.8 kg one way
Round trip: 61.7 kg / 136 lb CO2, using regular gasoline.
Fuel$/galOne wayRound trip
Regular gas $3.96 $13.74 $27.49
Mid-grade $4.43 $15.37 $30.74
Premium $4.78 $16.58 $33.16
Diesel $5.62 $19.52 $39.03

Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.

Prices in West Virginia · Apr 14, 2026

There is no time difference between Boaz and Wheeling. The current time is 17:42:48.

Distance to Other Cities

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How did we calculate? Place names are translated into coordinates. The Haversine formula calculates straight-line distance; driving distance uses road network data.