How far is Fairmont, WV from Moundsville, WV?
The driving distance from Fairmont, WV to Moundsville, WV is about 66 miles (106.2 km), with a travel time of about 01h 51m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 43.9 miles (70.6 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 03h 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 01h 51m.
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Halfway Point
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Town in West Virginia, USA
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Fairmont and Moundsville.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Fairmont and Moundsville.
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Start on Jefferson Street
102 m · 19 sec · Jefferson Street
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Turn left onto Jackson Street
785 ft · 23 sec · Jackson Street
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Turn right onto Cleveland Avenue
12.3 mi · 14 min · Cleveland Avenue
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Continue on Main Street
1.7 mi · 2 min · Main Street
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Continue on Husky Highway
9.3 mi · 11 min · Husky Highway
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Continue on Hornet Highway
11.1 mi · 13 min · Hornet Highway
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Continue on Dragon Highway
15.2 mi · 17 min · Dragon Highway
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Turn left onto Waynesburg Pike Road
14.8 mi · 17 min · Waynesburg Pike Road
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Turn right onto 1st Street
1.3 km · 1 min · 1st Street
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Turn left onto Jefferson Avenue
1822 ft · 45 sec · Jefferson Avenue
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Turn right onto 5th Street
12 m · 2 sec · 5th Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · 5th Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Fairmont and Moundsville.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
Dragon Highway
Continue on Dragon Highway
15.2 mi · 00h 17m
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 Fairmont and Sunny near Moundsville.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Fairmont to Moundsville?
The road trip is about 66 miles (106.2 km) and usually takes 01h 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?
Hundred is a useful midpoint, sitting about 32.9 miles from Fairmont and 33.1 miles from Moundsville.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 43.9 miles (70.6 km), while the road route adds roughly 22.1 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 2:48 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $9.23 one way or $18.46 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 20.7 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around Fairmont and Sunny near Moundsville.
Stop Ideas Near Hundred
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
City Hall Cameron, WV
Hundred Town Office
Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Hundred.
Connellsville station
Union Station
Greensburg
Latrobe station
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Fairmont and Moundsville. Straight-line distance: 43.86 mi (70.58 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 Moundsville
City in Marshall County, West Virginia, United States
| Population | 8,117 |
| Coordinates | 39.9203500, -80.7431400 |
| Altitude | 212 |
| Country | United States |
End: 5th Street (-80.743145, 39.920279)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 106 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 02h 11m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 39m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 19m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 06m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 56m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 49m |
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 | $9.23 | $18.46 |
| Mid-grade | $4.43 | $10.32 | $20.64 |
| Premium | $4.78 | $11.13 | $22.27 |
| Diesel | $5.62 | $13.10 | $26.21 |
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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