How far is Fairmont, WV from Glenville, WV?
The driving distance from Fairmont, WV to Glenville, WV is about 74.2 miles (119.4 km), with a travel time of about 01h 30m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 53.3 miles (85.7 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 03h 00m 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 30m.
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Fairmont and Glenville.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Fairmont and Glenville.
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Start on Jefferson Street
1819 ft · 60 sec · Jefferson Street
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Continue on Fairmont Gateway Connector
933 ft · 24 sec · Fairmont Gateway Connector
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward Fairmont Gateway Connector
39 m · 3 sec · Fairmont Gateway Connector
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Exit the roundabout onto Fairmont Gateway Connector
941 ft · 23 sec · Fairmont Gateway Connector
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward Fairmont Gateway Connector
39 m · 3 sec · Fairmont Gateway Connector
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Exit the roundabout onto Fairmont Gateway Connector
2015 ft · 54 sec · Fairmont Gateway Connector
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Take the exit right
2521 ft · 1 min
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Merge slight left onto Senator Jennings Randolph Highway
56.3 mi · 1 hr 1 min · Senator Jennings Randolph Highway
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Take the exit slight right toward WV 5: Burnsville, Glenville
1073 ft · 29 sec
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Turn right onto Burnsville Road
89 m · 7 sec · Burnsville Road
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Continue on Little Kanawha Parkway
9.2 mi · 13 min · Little Kanawha Parkway
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Continue on Main Street
1 mi · 2 min · Main Street
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Continue on Little Kanawha Parkway
4.7 mi · 7 min · Little Kanawha Parkway
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At the end of the road, turn left onto North Lewis Street
2839 ft · 1 min · North Lewis Street
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward North Lewis Street
28 m · 3 sec · North Lewis Street
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Exit the roundabout onto North Lewis Street
3024 ft · 2 min · North Lewis Street
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Turn left onto East Main Street
21 m · 3 sec · East Main Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · East Main Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Fairmont and Glenville.
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
56.3 mi · 01h 01m
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 Fairmont and Sunny near Glenville.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Fairmont to Glenville?
The road trip is about 74.2 miles (119.4 km) and usually takes 01h 30m 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?
Weston is a useful midpoint, sitting about 37.1 miles from Fairmont and 37.1 miles from Glenville.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 53.3 miles (85.7 km), while the road route adds roughly 20.9 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 3:30 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $10.38 one way or $20.76 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 23.3 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Fairmont and Sunny near Glenville.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Fairmont and Glenville. Straight-line distance: 53.23 mi (85.66 km).
#1 Fairmont
County seat of Marion County, West Virginia, United States
| Population | 18,370 |
| Coordinates | 39.4850800, -80.1425800 |
| Altitude | 300 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Glenville
County seat in West Virginia
| Population | 1,410 |
| Coordinates | 38.9342600, -80.8376000 |
| Altitude | 221 |
| Country | United States |
End: Glenville (-80.8376, 38.93426)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 119 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 02h 28m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 51m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 29m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 14m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 03m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 55m |
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 | $10.38 | $20.76 |
| Mid-grade | $4.43 | $11.60 | $23.21 |
| Premium | $4.78 | $12.52 | $25.04 |
| Diesel | $5.62 | $14.73 | $29.47 |
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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