How far is Fountain Spring, WV from Williamstown, WV?
The driving distance from Fountain Spring, WV to Williamstown, WV is about 20.4 miles (32.9 km), with a travel time of about 00h 22m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 18.3 miles (29.5 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 00h 45m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM EDT.
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Town in West Virginia, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Partly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
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Driving Route Map
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Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Fountain Spring and Williamstown.
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Start on Old US 21
3.2 mi · 4 min · Old US 21
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Turn left
940 ft · 22 sec
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Take the ramp right
1135 ft · 28 sec
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Merge slight left
15.5 mi · 17 min
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Take the exit slight right toward WV 14: Williamstown, Vienna
952 ft · 30 sec
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Turn left
659 ft · 12 sec
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 1 toward the route
52 m · 3 sec
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Exit the roundabout
1.5 km · 1 min
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Turn right onto East 5th Street
17 m · 2 sec · East 5th Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · East 5th Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Fountain Spring and Williamstown.
Turn-heavy local drive
The route has frequent decision points for its length, so lane choice and turn timing will matter more than cruising speed.
Old US 21
Merge slight left
15.5 mi · 00h 17m
Route Summary
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A short regional drive
This route is short enough to handle as a quick errand, commute, or easy same-day return without much planning overhead.
Partly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms leaving Fountain Spring and Partly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Williamstown.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Fountain Spring to Williamstown?
The road trip is about 20.4 miles (32.9 km) and usually takes 00h 22m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route is short enough to handle as a quick errand, commute, or easy same-day return without much planning overhead.
What is the halfway point on this route?
North Hills is a useful midpoint, sitting about 10.2 miles from Fountain Spring and 10.2 miles from Williamstown.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 18.3 miles (29.5 km), while the road route adds roughly 2.1 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 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM EDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 7:44 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $2.85 one way or $5.70 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 6.4 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Partly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms around Fountain Spring and Partly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Williamstown.
Stop Ideas Near North Hills
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Transit and Meeting Points
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Fountain Spring and Williamstown. Straight-line distance: 18.32 mi (29.49 km).
#1 Fountain Spring
Fountain Spring is a place in West Virginia, United States.
| Population | 0 |
| Coordinates | 39.1461900, -81.5448500 |
| Altitude | 190 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Williamstown
City in Wood County, West Virginia, United States of America
| Population | 2,860 |
| Coordinates | 39.4006300, -81.4481800 |
| Altitude | 193 |
| Country | United States |
End: East 5th Street (-81.44818, 39.400536)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 33 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 00h 40m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 30m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 24m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 20m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 17m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 15m |
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 | $2.85 | $5.70 |
| Mid-grade | $4.43 | $3.19 | $6.38 |
| Premium | $4.78 | $3.44 | $6.88 |
| Diesel | $5.62 | $4.05 | $8.10 |
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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