How far is Coal Fork, WV from Wheeling, WV?
The driving distance from Coal Fork, WV to Wheeling, WV is about 185 miles (297.7 km), with a travel time of about 02h 51m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 128.1 miles (206.1 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 05h 42m 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.
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Drive time stays fixed at 02h 51m.
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Town in West Virginia, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Coal Fork and Wheeling.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Coal Fork and Wheeling.
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Start on Campbells Creek Drive
2.1 mi · 4 min · Campbells Creek Drive
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Turn slight right
55 m · 9 sec
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Turn straight onto Kanawha Boulevard East
2913 ft · 55 sec · Kanawha Boulevard East
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Take the ramp straight
5 mi · 7 min
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Keep slight right to continue on I 77 North: Parkersburg
1.9 mi · 2 min
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Keep slight left to continue on I 77 North: Parkersburg
76.9 mi · 1 hr 23 min
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Take the exit slight right toward WV 2 North, WV 68 South: Vienna, North Parkersburg
1956 ft · 48 sec
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Keep slight right to continue on WV 2 North, WV 68 South: Vienna, North Parkersburg
41 m · 4 sec
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Continue on Emerson Avenue
5 mi · 6 min · Emerson Avenue
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Continue on State Route 2
11.7 mi · 13 min · State Route 2
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Continue on 2nd Street
16.9 mi · 19 min · 2nd Street
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Turn right onto Wells Street
5 mi · 6 min · Wells Street
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Continue on Vine Street
4.3 mi · 5 min · Vine Street
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Continue on 3rd Street
2 mi · 2 min · 3rd Street
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Continue on North State Route 2
1.3 mi · 2 min · North State Route 2
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Continue on North State Rt. 2
23.7 mi · 30 min · North State Rt. 2
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Continue on Wheeling Avenue
9.4 mi · 12 min · Wheeling Avenue
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Take the exit slight right
1615 ft · 42 sec
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Turn left onto 17th Street
102 m · 17 sec · 17th Street
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Turn right onto Chapline Street
98 m · 6 sec · Chapline Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Chapline Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Coal Fork and Wheeling.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
I 77 North
Keep slight left to continue on I 77 North: Parkersburg
76.9 mi · 01h 23m
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.
Mostly Sunny leaving Coal Fork and Sunny near Wheeling.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Coal Fork to Wheeling?
The road trip is about 185 miles (297.7 km) and usually takes 02h 51m 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?
North Hills is a useful midpoint, sitting about 83.3 miles from Coal Fork and 101.7 miles from Wheeling.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 128.1 miles (206.1 km), while the road route adds roughly 56.9 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 12:48 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $25.87 one way or $51.73 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 58 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around Coal Fork and Sunny near Wheeling.
Stop Ideas Near North Hills
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 North Hills.
Charleston
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Coal Fork and Wheeling. Straight-line distance: 128.04 mi (206.06 km).
#1 Coal Fork
Census-designated place in Kanawha County, West Virginia
| Population | 1,233 |
| Coordinates | 38.3176000, -81.5209500 |
| Altitude | 201 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Wheeling
City in West Virginia
| Population | 26,283 |
| Coordinates | 40.0639600, -80.7209100 |
| Altitude | 203 |
| Country | United States |
End: Chapline Street (-80.720798, 40.063971)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 298 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 06h 09m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 04h 37m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 03h 41m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 03h 04m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 38m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 02h 18m |
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 | $25.87 | $51.73 |
| Mid-grade | $4.43 | $28.92 | $57.84 |
| Premium | $4.78 | $31.20 | $62.40 |
| Diesel | $5.62 | $36.72 | $73.45 |
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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