How far is Bridgeport, WV from Hurricane, WV?
The driving distance from Bridgeport, WV to Hurricane, WV is about 147.9 miles (238.1 km), with a travel time of about 02h 42m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 111.7 miles (179.8 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 05h 25m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EDT.
Reverse, save, or send this route
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This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 02h 42m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
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.
Human settlement in Braxton County, West Virginia, United States of America
Route Weather Snapshot
Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.
Rain Showers Likely
Chance Rain Showers then Mostly Sunny
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Bridgeport and Hurricane.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Bridgeport and Hurricane.
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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
118.5 mi · 2 hr 7 min · Senator Jennings Randolph Highway
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Merge slight right
1.4 mi · 2 min
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Take the exit slight right toward I 64 West, US 119 South: Huntington
906 ft · 13 sec
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Keep slight left
2411 ft · 34 sec
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Merge slight right
24.1 mi · 27 min
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Take the exit slight right toward CR 19: Hurricane
1699 ft · 49 sec
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Turn left onto Hurricane Creek Road
1925 ft · 34 sec · Hurricane Creek Road
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Turn right onto Teays Valley Road
697 ft · 18 sec · Teays Valley Road
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Continue on Midland Trail
1059 ft · 22 sec · Midland Trail
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Turn right
109 m · 7 sec
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Turn slight right
13 m · 1 sec
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Bridgeport and Hurricane.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
Senator Jennings Randolph Highway
Merge slight left onto Senator Jennings Randolph Highway
119 mi · 02h 07m
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 Chance Rain Showers then Mostly Sunny near Hurricane.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Bridgeport to Hurricane?
The road trip is about 147.9 miles (238.1 km) and usually takes 02h 42m 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?
Gassaway is a useful midpoint, sitting about 73.9 miles from Bridgeport and 74 miles from Hurricane.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 111.7 miles (179.8 km), while the road route adds roughly 36.2 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 1:04 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $20.68 one way or $41.35 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 46.4 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Rain Showers Likely around Bridgeport and Chance Rain Showers then Mostly Sunny near Hurricane.
Stop Ideas Near Gassaway
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 Gassaway.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Bridgeport and Hurricane. Straight-line distance: 111.74 mi (179.83 km).
#1 Bridgeport
City in Harrison County, West Virginia, US
| Population | 8,782 |
| Coordinates | 39.2864800, -80.2562000 |
| Altitude | 311 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Hurricane
City in West Virginia
| Population | 6,389 |
| Coordinates | 38.4325900, -82.0201400 |
| Altitude | 214 |
| Country | United States |
End: Hurricane (-82.02014, 38.43259)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 238 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 04h 55m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 03h 41m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 57m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 27m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 06m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 50m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.96 | $20.68 | $41.35 |
| Mid-grade | $4.43 | $23.12 | $46.24 |
| Premium | $4.78 | $24.94 | $49.88 |
| Diesel | $5.62 | $29.36 | $58.71 |
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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