How far is Dunbar, WV from Bridgeport, WV?
The driving distance from Dunbar, WV to Bridgeport, WV is about 128.6 miles (207 km), with a travel time of about 01h 54m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 102.2 miles (164.5 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 03h 48m 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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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 01h 54m.
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
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Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Rain Showers
Slight Chance Rain Showers then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Dunbar and Bridgeport.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Dunbar and Bridgeport.
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Start on I 64 East: Charleston
1387 ft · 35 sec
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Merge slight left
5.8 mi · 7 min
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Take the exit slight left toward I 77 North, I 79: Parkersburg
2152 ft · 31 sec
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Merge slight right
1.5 mi · 2 min
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Keep slight right to continue on Senator Jennings Randolph Highway
118.4 mi · 2 hr 7 min · Senator Jennings Randolph Highway
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Take the exit slight right toward US 50: Clarksburg, Bridgeport
2778 ft · 1 min
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Keep slight right
44 m · 5 sec
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Turn straight
1.5 mi · 2 min
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Turn left onto North Virginia Avenue
1247 ft · 25 sec · North Virginia Avenue
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · North Virginia Avenue
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Dunbar and Bridgeport.
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
Keep slight right to continue on Senator Jennings Randolph Highway
118 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.
Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Rain Showers leaving Dunbar and Slight Chance Rain Showers then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Bridgeport.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Dunbar to Bridgeport?
The road trip is about 128.6 miles (207 km) and usually takes 01h 54m 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 64.2 miles from Dunbar and 64.4 miles from Bridgeport.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 102.2 miles (164.5 km), while the road route adds roughly 26.4 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 2:42 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $17.98 one way or $35.97 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 40.3 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Rain Showers around Dunbar and Slight Chance Rain Showers then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Bridgeport.
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 Dunbar and Bridgeport. Straight-line distance: 102.22 mi (164.5 km).
#1 Dunbar
Town in East Lothian, Scotland
| Population | 6,951 |
| Coordinates | 38.3606500, -81.7373500 |
| Altitude | 181 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Bridgeport
City in Harrison County, West Virginia, US
| Population | 8,782 |
| Coordinates | 39.2864800, -80.2562000 |
| Altitude | 311 |
| Country | United States |
End: North Virginia Avenue (-80.256141, 39.286466)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 207 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 04h 17m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 03h 12m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 34m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 08m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 50m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 36m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.96 | $17.98 | $35.97 |
| Mid-grade | $4.43 | $20.11 | $40.22 |
| Premium | $4.78 | $21.69 | $43.38 |
| Diesel | $5.62 | $25.53 | $51.07 |
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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