How far is Huntington, WV from Sistersville, WV?
The driving distance from Huntington, WV to Sistersville, WV is about 139 miles (223.7 km), with a travel time of about 02h 47m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 111 miles (178.6 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 05h 34m 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 02h 47m.
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.
City in West Virginia
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Huntington and Sistersville.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Huntington and Sistersville.
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Start on 8th Street
12 m · 9 sec · 8th Street
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Turn left onto 5th Avenue
2.9 mi · 7 min · 5th Avenue
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Continue on 5th Avenue
2576 ft · 1 min · 5th Avenue
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Turn left onto Short Street
690 ft · 25 sec · Short Street
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At the end of the road, turn right onto Bridge Street
900 ft · 31 sec · Bridge Street
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Continue on 3rd Avenue
2652 ft · 1 min · 3rd Avenue
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Continue on Ohio River Road
16.7 mi · 21 min · Ohio River Road
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Continue on Huntington Road
20.8 mi · 24 min · Huntington Road
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Continue on Viand Street
575 ft · 8 sec · Viand Street
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Continue straight
1508 ft · 26 sec
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At the end of the road, turn right
29.2 mi · 35 min
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Turn left
33.7 mi · 36 min
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Take the exit slight right toward WV 2 North, WV 68 South: Vienna, North Parkersburg
1956 ft · 48 sec
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Keep slight right to continue on WV 2 North, WV 68 South: Vienna, North Parkersburg
41 m · 4 sec
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Continue on Emerson Avenue
5 mi · 6 min · Emerson Avenue
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Continue on State Route 2
11.7 mi · 13 min · State Route 2
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Continue on 2nd Street
16.8 mi · 19 min · 2nd Street
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Turn left onto Diamond Street
95 m · 9 sec · Diamond Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Diamond Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Huntington and Sistersville.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
Longest stretch
Turn left
33.7 mi · 00h 36m
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.
Chance Rain Showers then Mostly Sunny leaving Huntington and Chance Rain Showers near Sistersville.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Huntington to Sistersville?
The road trip is about 139 miles (223.7 km) and usually takes 02h 47m 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?
Ravenswood is a useful midpoint, sitting about 69.5 miles from Huntington and 69.5 miles from Sistersville.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 111 miles (178.6 km), while the road route adds roughly 28 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 12:56 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $19.45 one way or $38.90 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 43.6 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Chance Rain Showers then Mostly Sunny around Huntington and Chance Rain Showers near Sistersville.
Stop Ideas Near Ravenswood
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 Ravenswood.
Charleston
Huntington
Ashland Transportation Center
Montgomery
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Huntington and Sistersville. Straight-line distance: 110.97 mi (178.59 km).
#1 Huntington
The second-most populous city in West Virginia.
| Population | 44,934 |
| Coordinates | 38.4192500, -82.4451500 |
| Altitude | 173 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Sistersville
City in Tyler County, West Virginia, United States of America
| Population | 1,267 |
| Coordinates | 39.5642400, -80.9959400 |
| Altitude | 198 |
| Country | United States |
End: Sistersville (-80.99594, 39.56424)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 224 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 04h 37m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 03h 28m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 46m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 18m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 59m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 44m |
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 | $19.45 | $38.90 |
| Mid-grade | $4.43 | $21.75 | $43.49 |
| Premium | $4.78 | $23.46 | $46.92 |
| Diesel | $5.62 | $27.61 | $55.23 |
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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