How far is Kenova, WV from Clarksburg, WV?
The driving distance from Kenova, WV to Clarksburg, WV is about 181.1 miles (291.5 km), with a travel time of about 03h 20m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 134.8 miles (216.9 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 06h 40m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM EDT.
Reverse, save, or send this route
This drive is better planned with a longer stop or an overnight stay. Copy the route link, send it to another device, or print a clean version before you head out.
This drive is better planned with a longer stop or an overnight stay.
Flight Distance
Driving Distance
Gas Cost Calculator
Leave and Arrive Planner
Pick a departure time to see your estimated arrival and same-day return window.
Drive time stays fixed at 03h 20m.
An early departure helps you fit a real stop into the day without turning the return into a late-night drive.
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 Clay County, West Virginia, United States of America
Route Weather Snapshot
Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.
Chance Rain Showers then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Chance Rain Showers
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Kenova and Clarksburg.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Kenova and Clarksburg.
-
1
Start on 14th Street
15 m · 9 sec · 14th Street
-
2
Continue on 14th Street
1.1 km · 1 min · 14th Street
-
3
Turn left
57.1 mi · 1 hr 4 min
-
4
Take the exit slight left toward I 77 North, I 79: Parkersburg
2152 ft · 31 sec
-
5
Merge slight right
1.5 mi · 2 min
-
6
Keep slight right to continue on Senator Jennings Randolph Highway
116.9 mi · 2 hr 5 min · Senator Jennings Randolph Highway
-
7
Take the exit slight right toward WV 58: Anmoore
1807 ft · 44 sec
-
8
Keep slight left
49 m · 10 sec
-
9
Turn left onto Anmoore Road
2376 ft · 45 sec · Anmoore Road
-
10
At the end of the road, turn right onto Philippi Pike
1.3 km · 1 min · Philippi Pike
-
11
Continue on Philippi PIke
3037 ft · 51 sec · Philippi PIke
-
12
Continue on Philippi Pike
1174 ft · 23 sec · Philippi Pike
-
13
Turn left onto Broadway Avenue
1748 ft · 31 sec · Broadway Avenue
-
14
Turn right onto East Main Street
1.6 km · 2 min · East Main Street
-
15
Turn right onto Monticello Avenue
134 m · 12 sec · Monticello Avenue
-
16
Turn left onto West Pike Street
3000 ft · 1 min · West Pike Street
-
17
Turn left onto South Chestnut Street
127 m · 15 sec · South Chestnut Street
-
18
Turn left onto West Main Street
19 m · 1 sec · West Main Street
-
19
Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · West Main Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Kenova and Clarksburg.
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
117 mi · 02h 05m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A longer out-and-back drive
This is still possible in one day, but it becomes a long driving day. Leaving early and planning your stop window matters more here.
Chance Rain Showers then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms leaving Kenova and Chance Rain Showers near Clarksburg.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Kenova to Clarksburg?
The road trip is about 181.1 miles (291.5 km) and usually takes 03h 20m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This is still possible in one day, but it becomes a long driving day. Leaving early and planning your stop window matters more here.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Clay is a useful midpoint, sitting about 90.1 miles from Kenova and 91 miles from Clarksburg.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 134.8 miles (216.9 km), while the road route adds roughly 46.3 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 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM EDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 10:20 AM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $27.06 one way or $54.12 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 56.8 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Chance Rain Showers then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms around Kenova and Chance Rain Showers near Clarksburg.
Stop Ideas Near Clay
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 Clay.
Montgomery
Charleston
Thurmond
Prince
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Kenova and Clarksburg. Straight-line distance: 134.76 mi (216.87 km).
#1 Kenova
City in Wayne County, West Virginia, United States
| Population | 2,943 |
| Coordinates | 38.3989700, -82.5782100 |
| Altitude | 170 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Clarksburg
City in West Virginia, United States
| Population | 15,424 |
| Coordinates | 39.2806500, -80.3445300 |
| Altitude | 303 |
| Country | United States |
End: Clarksburg (-80.34453, 39.28065)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 292 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 06h 02m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 04h 31m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 03h 37m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 03h 01m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 35m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 02h 15m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $4.24 | $27.06 | $54.12 |
| Mid-grade | $4.67 | $29.87 | $59.73 |
| Premium | $5.12 | $32.72 | $65.43 |
| Diesel | $6.36 | $40.67 | $81.33 |
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 · Oct 15, 2026