How far is Hurricane, WV from Bluefield, WV?
The driving distance from Hurricane, WV to Bluefield, WV is about 131.6 miles (211.8 km), with a travel time of about 02h 10m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 91.3 miles (147 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 04h 21m 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.
Flight Distance
Driving Distance
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 02h 10m.
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.
Human settlement in Fayette County, West Virginia, United States of America
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Hurricane and Bluefield.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Hurricane and Bluefield.
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Start on the route
13 m · 2 sec
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Turn left
109 m · 14 sec
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At the end of the road, turn left onto Midland Trail
1059 ft · 20 sec · Midland Trail
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Continue on Teays Valley Road
634 ft · 18 sec · Teays Valley Road
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Turn left onto Hurricane Creek Road
1493 ft · 28 sec · Hurricane Creek Road
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Take the ramp right
1723 ft · 42 sec
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Merge slight left
116 mi · 2 hr 12 min
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Take the exit slight right toward US 460: Princeton, Pearisburg VA
2374 ft · 1 min
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Turn right onto Big Laurel Highway
9.9 mi · 12 min · Big Laurel Highway
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Turn right onto Chicory Road
3.2 mi · 6 min · Chicory Road
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Princeton Avenue
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Hurricane and Bluefield.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
Hurricane Creek Road
Merge slight left
116 mi · 02h 12m
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 Hurricane and Sunny near Bluefield.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Hurricane to Bluefield?
The road trip is about 131.6 miles (211.8 km) and usually takes 02h 10m 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?
Pax is a useful midpoint, sitting about 65.3 miles from Hurricane and 66.3 miles from Bluefield.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 91.3 miles (147 km), while the road route adds roughly 40.3 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 2:08 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $18.38 one way or $36.76 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 41.2 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Hurricane and Sunny near Bluefield.
Stop Ideas Near Pax
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 Pax.
Thurmond
Prince
Montgomery
Hinton
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Hurricane and Bluefield. Straight-line distance: 91.37 mi (147.05 km).
#1 Hurricane
City in West Virginia
| Population | 6,389 |
| Coordinates | 38.4325900, -82.0201400 |
| Altitude | 214 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Bluefield
City in Mercer County, West Virginia, United States
| Population | 9,505 |
| Coordinates | 37.2698400, -81.2223200 |
| Altitude | 784 |
| Country | United States |
End: Princeton Avenue (-81.222354, 37.269925)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 212 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 04h 23m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 03h 17m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 37m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 11m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 52m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 38m |
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 | $18.38 | $36.76 |
| Mid-grade | $4.43 | $20.55 | $41.10 |
| Premium | $4.78 | $22.17 | $44.34 |
| Diesel | $5.62 | $26.10 | $52.19 |
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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