How far is Harrisville, WV from Fairmont, WV?

Fastest route

The route from Harrisville, West Virginia 26362 to Fairmont, West Virginia 26554 is approximately 68.7 miles long and takes around 1 hour and 11 minutes via US-50 E/Northwestern Turnpike.

Directions

  1. Start on Main St and head east toward N Spring Rd.
  2. Turn right onto the ramp to Clarksburg.
  3. Follow US-50 E/Northwestern Turnpike and I-79 N.
  4. Take exit 136 toward WV-273/Fairmont Gateway Connector N.
  5. Merge onto US-50 E/Northwestern Turnpike.
  6. Use the right lane to merge onto I-79 N via the ramp to Fairmont.
  7. Take exit 136 toward WV-273/Fairmont Gateway Connector N.
  8. Continue on Fairmont Gateway Connector N. Drive to Jefferson St.
  9. Turn left onto WV-273/Fairmont Gateway Connector N.
  10. At the traffic circle, take the 2nd exit onto Fairmont Gateway Connector N.
  11. At the next traffic circle, take the 2nd exit and stay on Fairmont Gateway Connector N.
  12. Continue onto Jefferson St.
  13. Arrive at Fairmont, West Virginia 26554.

Tips & Suggestions

  • 🚗 Make sure to follow the signs for US-50 E/Northwestern Turnpike and I-79 N.
  • ⚠️ Keep an eye on the traffic conditions as they may affect the estimated travel time.
  • ⛽ It's a good idea to check your fuel level before embarking on the journey.
  • 🗺️ Consider using a navigation app or GPS device to help you stay on track.
  • 🚦 Observe traffic rules and be cautious while driving.
  • 🍽️ If you need to take a break or have a meal, there are various dining options along the way.
  • 🚧 Be aware of any road construction or detours that may affect your route.
Trip Tools

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This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination. Copy the route link, send it to another device, or print a clean version before you head out.

Reverse Route
Quick Snapshot
Road
68.79 mi
01h 13m
Flight
52.18 mi
83.97 km direct

This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.

Learn Distance

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Flight Distance

Direct air line
52.18 mi
Kilometers
83.97 km
Flight Time
00h 06m

Driving Distance

Road route
68.79 mi
Kilometers
110.71 km
Drive Time
01h 13m

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Leave and Arrive Planner

Pick a departure time to see your estimated arrival and same-day return window.

Drive time stays fixed at 01h 13m.

Arrival Snapshot
Arrive in Fairmont
Sun, May 31, 4:34 AM EDT
Return by in Harrisville
Sun, May 31, 5:48 AM EDT
Useful when you're deciding between a quick errand, a day trip, or a longer stop.
Leave Harrisville
2026-05-31T03:20
Arrive Fairmont
Sun, May 31, 4:34 AM EDT
Route Timing
01h 13m
One way by road
Best Departure Window
8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EDT
Aim for a morning departure
Arrive between
9:14 AM to 11:14 AM EDT

A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.

Leave by
4:02 PM EDT
Keeps a same-day return open with about 03h 00m at the destination.
Back in Harrisville
9:30 PM EDT
Morning start is best

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.

Mid-route stop
West Milford
WV

Human settlement in Harrison County, West Virginia, United States of America

From Harrisville
34.4 mi
00h 36m
To Fairmont
34.4 mi
00h 36m

Route Weather Snapshot

Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.

Origin
78°F
Sunday

Sunny

Starts
Sun, May 31 6:00 AM EDT
Wind
1 to 5 mph NE
Destination
76°F
Sunday

Sunny

Starts
Sun, May 31 6:00 AM EDT
Wind
2 mph NE

Driving Route Map

The map below follows the saved road route between Harrisville and Fairmont.

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Harrisville and Fairmont.

  1. 1

    Start on Main Street

    1.1 km · 1 min · Main Street

  2. 2

    Continue straight

    4.2 mi · 6 min

  3. 3

    Take the ramp right

    1402 ft · 39 sec

  4. 4

    Merge slight left onto Corridor D

    44.9 mi · 53 min · Corridor D

  5. 5

    Take the exit slight right toward I 79 North

    3217 ft · 1 min

  6. 6

    Merge slight left onto Senator Jennings Randolph Highway

    16.1 mi · 18 min · Senator Jennings Randolph Highway

  7. 7

    Take the exit slight right toward WV 273 North: Downtown, Fairmont

    2164 ft · 55 sec

  8. 8

    Turn left onto Fairmont Gateway Connector

    1.3 km · 2 min · Fairmont Gateway Connector

  9. 9

    Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward Fairmont Gateway Connector

    37 m · 3 sec · Fairmont Gateway Connector

  10. 10

    Exit the roundabout onto Fairmont Gateway Connector

    938 ft · 24 sec · Fairmont Gateway Connector

  11. 11

    Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward Fairmont Gateway Connector

    39 m · 3 sec · Fairmont Gateway Connector

  12. 12

    Exit the roundabout onto Fairmont Gateway Connector

    943 ft · 25 sec · Fairmont Gateway Connector

  13. 13

    Continue on Jefferson Street

    1819 ft · 58 sec · Jefferson Street

  14. 14

    Arrive at your destination

    0 m · 1 sec · Jefferson Street

Car Route Details

A richer read on the saved driving route between Harrisville and Fairmont.

OSRM road route
Drive Character

Interchange-aware route

The drive includes several ramps, exits, or merges, so checking the next few maneuvers before busy interchanges is useful.

Directions
14 steps
5 turns on the saved route
Ramps & Exits
9
2 merges, 7 ramps or exits
Navigation Density
20.3 / 100 mi
Decision points by distance
Main Roads
Corridor D
44.9 mi · 65%
Senator Jennings Randolph Highway
16.1 mi · 23%
Main Street
5.15 mi · 7%
Fairmont Gateway Connector
1.21 mi · 2%
I 79 North
0.61 mi · 1%
WV 273 North
0.41 mi · 1%
Longest Stretch

Corridor D

Merge slight left onto Corridor D

44.9 mi · 00h 53m

Route Summary

A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.

Trip Read

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.

Drive Time
01h 13m
Day trip friendly
Same-Day Return
02h 28m
Round-trip wheel time
Road vs Air
+16.6 mi
52.2 mi direct line
Halfway Stop
West Milford
00h 36m from Harrisville
Leave By
4:02 PM EDT
Morning start is best
Weather Watch

Sunny leaving Harrisville and Sunny near Fairmont.

Trip Questions

Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.

How long does it take to drive from Harrisville to Fairmont?

The road trip is about 68.8 miles (110.7 km) and usually takes 01h 13m 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?

West Milford is a useful midpoint, sitting about 34.4 miles from Harrisville and 34.4 miles from Fairmont.

How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?

The direct path is about 52.2 miles (84 km), while the road route adds roughly 16.6 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 4:02 PM EDT.

How much will gas cost for this route?

Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $9.63 one way or $19.25 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 21.6 kg one way.

What should you check before leaving?

Before you leave, expect Sunny around Harrisville and Sunny near Fairmont.

Stop Ideas Near West Milford

Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.

Mid-route Guidance
Local place coverage is thin around West Milford, so nearby transit and meeting points are shown instead.
Reviewed stop coverage is still thin around this midpoint, so practical transit waypoints are shown on the right.

Transit and Meeting Points

Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to West Milford.

RAIL

Connellsville station

114 mi away
North Water Street and West Peach Street

Flight Path Map

This map shows the direct air route between Harrisville and Fairmont. Straight-line distance: 52.18 mi (83.97 km).

Harrisville

#1 Harrisville

Town in Ritchie County, West Virginia

Population1,664
Coordinates39.2095200, -81.0517800
Altitude261
CountryUnited States
Fairmont

#2 Fairmont

County seat of Marion County, West Virginia, United States

Population18,370
Coordinates39.4850800, -80.1425800
Altitude300
CountryUnited States
Start: Main Street (-81.051775, 39.209609)
End: Jefferson Street (-80.142785, 39.485002)

Estimated Travel Time

Distance: 111 km by road

SpeedTime
30 mph (48.3 km/h)02h 17m
40 mph (64.37 km/h)01h 43m
50 mph (80.47 km/h)01h 22m
60 mph (96.56 km/h)01h 08m
70 mph (112.65 km/h)00h 58m
80 mph (129 km/h)00h 51m

Fuel, Round Trip and CO2

Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.

One-way fuel
2.43 gal
9.19 L · about $9.63
Round trip
$19.25
4.86 gal · 18.38 L
Estimated CO2
21.6 kg one way
Round trip: 43.2 kg / 95 lb CO2, using regular gasoline.
Fuel$/galOne wayRound trip
Regular gas $3.96 $9.63 $19.25
Mid-grade $4.43 $10.76 $21.52
Premium $4.78 $11.61 $23.22
Diesel $5.62 $13.67 $27.33

Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.

Prices in West Virginia · May 31, 2026

There is no time difference between Harrisville and Fairmont. The current time is 03:20:51.

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How did we calculate? Place names are translated into coordinates. The Haversine formula calculates straight-line distance; driving distance uses road network data.