How far is Despard, WV from Weirton Heights, WV?
The driving distance from Despard, WV to Weirton Heights, WV is about 108.7 miles (174.9 km), with a travel time of about 01h 59m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 78.4 miles (126.1 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 03h 59m 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 01h 59m.
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.
Town in Monongalia County, West Virginia, United States
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Despard and Weirton Heights.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Despard and Weirton Heights.
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Start on Murphys Run Road
2.2 mi · 5 min · Murphys Run Road
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Turn right onto Meadowbrook Road
125 m · 10 sec · Meadowbrook Road
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Continue on Johnson Avenue
1590 ft · 46 sec · Johnson Avenue
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Turn left
1880 ft · 48 sec
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Merge slight left onto Senator Jennings Randolph Highway
75.8 mi · 1 hr 23 min · Senator Jennings Randolph Highway
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Take the exit slight right toward I 79 North: Pittsburgh
11.1 mi · 15 min
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Take the exit slight right toward PA Tpke 576 Toll West: Pittsburgh International Airport
1308 ft · 32 sec
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Continue on PA Tpke 576 West
1901 ft · 46 sec
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Continue on Southern Beltway
13 mi · 14 min · Southern Beltway
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Take the exit slight right toward US 22: Pittsburgh, Weirton
2799 ft · 1 min
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Turn left onto PA Tpke 576 East, US 22 West: Washington Pennsylvania, Weirton
2487 ft · 1 min
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Merge slight left
11.2 mi · 15 min
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Take the exit slight right toward WV 105: Colliers Way
1107 ft · 27 sec
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Keep slight right
49 m · 6 sec
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Turn straight onto Colliers Way
2849 ft · 1 min · Colliers Way
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Turn left onto Pennsylvania Avenue
1 mi · 2 min · Pennsylvania Avenue
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Keep slight right to continue on Pennsylvania Avenue
14 m · 1 sec · Pennsylvania Avenue
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Pennsylvania Avenue
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Despard and Weirton Heights.
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
75.8 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.
Sunny leaving Despard and Sunny near Weirton Heights.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Despard to Weirton Heights?
The road trip is about 108.7 miles (174.9 km) and usually takes 01h 59m 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?
Blacksville is a useful midpoint, sitting about 58.7 miles from Despard and 50 miles from Weirton Heights.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 78.4 miles (126.1 km), while the road route adds roughly 30.3 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 2:30 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $15.21 one way or $30.42 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 34.1 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Despard and Sunny near Weirton Heights.
Stop Ideas Near Blacksville
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Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Blacksville.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Despard and Weirton Heights. Straight-line distance: 78.35 mi (126.09 km).
#1 Despard
Census-designated place in Harrison County, West Virginia
| Population | 1,004 |
| Coordinates | 39.2887000, -80.3059200 |
| Altitude | 318 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Weirton Heights
City in Hancock County, West Virginia, United States of America
| Population | 19,450 |
| Coordinates | 40.4084000, -80.5392400 |
| Altitude | 365 |
| Country | United States |
End: Pennsylvania Avenue (-80.539232, 40.408333)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 175 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 03h 37m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02h 43m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 10m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 48m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 33m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 21m |
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 | $15.21 | $30.42 |
| Mid-grade | $4.43 | $17.01 | $34.01 |
| Premium | $4.78 | $18.35 | $36.70 |
| Diesel | $5.62 | $21.60 | $43.19 |
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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