How far is Hurricane, WV from Bridgeport, WV?
The driving distance from Hurricane, WV to Bridgeport, WV is about 147.5 miles (237.3 km), with a travel time of about 02h 15m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 111.7 miles (179.8 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 04h 31m 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
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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 02h 15m.
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 Braxton County, West Virginia, United States of America
Route Weather Snapshot
Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Hurricane and Bridgeport.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Hurricane and Bridgeport.
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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
24.2 mi · 27 min
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Take the exit slight left toward I 77 North, I 79: Parkersburg
2152 ft · 31 sec
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Merge slight right
1.5 mi · 2 min
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Keep slight right to continue on Senator Jennings Randolph Highway
118.4 mi · 2 hr 7 min · Senator Jennings Randolph Highway
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Take the exit slight right toward US 50: Clarksburg, Bridgeport
2778 ft · 1 min
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Keep slight right
44 m · 5 sec
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Turn straight
1.5 mi · 2 min
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Turn left onto North Virginia Avenue
1247 ft · 25 sec · North Virginia Avenue
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · North Virginia Avenue
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Hurricane and Bridgeport.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
Senator Jennings Randolph Highway
Keep slight right to continue on Senator Jennings Randolph Highway
118 mi · 02h 07m
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 Hurricane and Mostly Clear near Bridgeport.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Hurricane to Bridgeport?
The road trip is about 147.5 miles (237.3 km) and usually takes 02h 15m 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?
Gassaway is a useful midpoint, sitting about 73.8 miles from Hurricane and 73.6 miles from Bridgeport.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 111.7 miles (179.8 km), while the road route adds roughly 35.8 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 1:58 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $20.60 one way or $41.19 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 46.2 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around Hurricane and Mostly Clear near Bridgeport.
Stop Ideas Near Gassaway
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 Gassaway.
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Thurmond
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Hurricane and Bridgeport. Straight-line distance: 111.74 mi (179.83 km).
#1 Hurricane
City in West Virginia
| Population | 6,389 |
| Coordinates | 38.4325900, -82.0201400 |
| Altitude | 214 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Bridgeport
City in Harrison County, West Virginia, US
| Population | 8,782 |
| Coordinates | 39.2864800, -80.2562000 |
| Altitude | 311 |
| Country | United States |
End: North Virginia Avenue (-80.256141, 39.286466)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 237 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 04h 54m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 03h 41m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 56m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 27m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 06m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 50m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.96 | $20.60 | $41.19 |
| Mid-grade | $4.43 | $23.03 | $46.06 |
| Premium | $4.78 | $24.85 | $49.69 |
| Diesel | $5.62 | $29.24 | $58.49 |
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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