How far is Bridgeport, WV from Elkins, WV?
The driving distance from Bridgeport, WV to Elkins, WV is about 51.5 miles (82.9 km), with a travel time of about 01h 08m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 33.2 miles (53.4 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 17m 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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This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.
Flight Distance
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 01h 08m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
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Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
City in Upshur County, West Virginia
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Bridgeport and Elkins.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Bridgeport and Elkins.
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Start on North Virginia Avenue
1247 ft · 27 sec · North Virginia Avenue
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Turn right onto West Main Street
1.7 mi · 3 min · West Main Street
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Turn left onto I 79 South
1080 ft · 28 sec
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Merge slight left onto Senator Jennings Randolph Highway
3.3 mi · 4 min · Senator Jennings Randolph Highway
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Take the exit slight right toward WV 20: Stonewood, Nutter Fort
1727 ft · 47 sec
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Turn left onto Buckhannon Pike
4 mi · 6 min · Buckhannon Pike
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Continue on Clarksburg & Buckhannon Turnpike
149 m · 8 sec · Clarksburg & Buckhannon Turnpike
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Continue on Clarksburg & Buckhannon Turnpike
101 m · 5 sec · Clarksburg & Buckhannon Turnpike
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Continue on Buckhannon Pike
4.6 mi · 7 min · Buckhannon Pike
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Continue on Clarksburg Road
11.9 mi · 17 min · Clarksburg Road
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Take the ramp left
1766 ft · 48 sec
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Merge slight left onto Corridor H
22.4 mi · 26 min · Corridor H
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Take the exit slight right
1314 ft · 41 sec
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Turn right onto Beverly & Morgantown Turnpike
2840 ft · 37 sec · Beverly & Morgantown Turnpike
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Continue on North Randolph Avenue
1.2 mi · 1 min · North Randolph Avenue
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Continue on Randolph Avenue
1721 ft · 1 min · Randolph Avenue
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Turn right onto Henry Avenue
28 m · 4 sec · Henry Avenue
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Henry Avenue
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Bridgeport and Elkins.
Turn-heavy local drive
The route has frequent decision points for its length, so lane choice and turn timing will matter more than cruising speed.
Corridor H
Merge slight left onto Corridor H
22.4 mi · 00h 26m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
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.
Rain Showers Likely leaving Bridgeport and Rain Showers near Elkins.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Bridgeport to Elkins?
The road trip is about 51.5 miles (82.9 km) and usually takes 01h 08m 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?
Buckhannon is a useful midpoint, sitting about 25.8 miles from Bridgeport and 25.8 miles from Elkins.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 33.2 miles (53.4 km), while the road route adds roughly 18.3 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 4:12 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $7.21 one way or $14.42 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 16.2 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Rain Showers Likely around Bridgeport and Rain Showers near Elkins.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Bridgeport and Elkins. Straight-line distance: 33.21 mi (53.44 km).
#1 Bridgeport
City in Harrison County, West Virginia, US
| Population | 8,782 |
| Coordinates | 39.2864800, -80.2562000 |
| Altitude | 311 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Elkins
City in West Virginia, USA
| Population | 6,908 |
| Coordinates | 38.9259400, -79.8467300 |
| Altitude | 587 |
| Country | United States |
End: Elkins (-79.84673, 38.92594)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 83 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 43m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 17m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 01m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 51m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 44m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 38m |
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 | $7.21 | $14.42 |
| Mid-grade | $4.43 | $8.06 | $16.12 |
| Premium | $4.78 | $8.70 | $17.39 |
| Diesel | $5.62 | $10.24 | $20.47 |
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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