How far is Madison, WV from Fairmont, WV?

Fastest route

The distance between Madison, West Virginia 25130, and Fairmont, West Virginia 26554 is approximately 170 miles (273 kilometers). The fastest route is via I-79 N, and the estimated travel time is 2 hours and 39 minutes.

Directions

To get from Madison to Fairmont, follow these directions:

  1. Start by getting on I-64 E in Charleston from US-119 N.
  2. Head northeast on WV-85 N/State St and continue to follow WV-85 N.
  3. Turn right onto Riverside Dr.
  4. Keep left to continue on US-119 N/Corridor G N.
  5. Keep right at the fork, following signs for I-64 E/I-77/I-79/Charleston/Beckley, and merge onto I-64 E.
  6. Continue on I-64 E and then take I-79 N to WV-273/Fairmont Gateway Connector N in Marion County. Take exit 136 from I-79 N.
  7. Use the left three lanes to take exit 59 for I-77 N toward I-79/Parkersburg.
  8. Keep right at the fork to continue on I-79 N, following signs for Clarksburg.
  9. Take exit 136 toward WV-273/Fairmont Gateway Connector N.
  10. Continue on Fairmont Gateway Connector N and drive to Jefferson St.
  11. Turn left onto WV-273/Fairmont Gateway Connector N.
  12. At the traffic circle, take the second exit onto Fairmont Gateway Connector N.
  13. At the next traffic circle, take the second exit and stay on Fairmont Gateway Connector N.
  14. Continue onto Jefferson St.
  15. You will reach Fairmont, West Virginia 26554.

Tips & Suggestions

  • 🚗 Plan your trip and estimate the travel time based on the current traffic conditions.
  • ⛽ Make sure to have enough fuel for the journey, as it is approximately a 2-hour and 39-minute drive.
  • 🚦 Observe traffic signs and follow the directions carefully to avoid missing any exits or turns.
  • 📱 Use a reliable navigation app or GPS device to assist you during the trip.
  • 🍽️ Consider taking a break and grabbing a meal or snacks at a suitable rest stop along the way.
  • 🛣️ Be prepared for toll roads if applicable and have the necessary payment method ready.
  • 🚧 Stay updated on road conditions and potential construction or detours that may affect your route.

Distance by Flight

Shortest distance between Madison and Fairmont is 133.25 miles (214.44 km).

Flight distance from Madison, WV to Fairmont, WV is 133.25 miles. Estimated flight time is 00 hours 20 minutes.

It takes 00 hours 18 minutes to travel from Madison to Fairmont with an airplane (average speed of 550 miles).

Driving distance

The driving distance from Madison, West Virginia to Fairmont, West Virginia is: 169.8 miles (273.26 km) by car.

Driving from Madison to Fairmont will take approximately 02 hours 40 minutes.

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#1 Madison

City in West Virginia, United States

Population 2616
GPS Coordinates 38°4'1"N 81°49'9"W
Latitude 38.0670500
Longitude -81.8192900
Altitude 214
Country United States
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#2 Fairmont

County seat of Marion County, West Virginia, United States

Population 18370
GPS Coordinates 39°29'6"N 80°8'33"W
Latitude 39.4850800
Longitude -80.1425800
Altitude 300
Country United States

Estimated Travel Time Between Madison and Fairmont

The distance between Madison and Fairmont is 273 km if you choose to drive by road. You can go 03 hours 02 minutes if you drive your car at an average speed of 90 kilometers / hour. For different choices, please review the avg. speed travel time table on the below.

There is no time difference between Madison and Fairmont. The current time is 09:36:59.

Average Speed Travel Time
30 mph (48.3 km/h) 05 hours 39 minutes
40 mph (64.37 km/h) 04 hours 14 minutes
50 mph (80.47 km/h) 03 hours 23 minutes
60 mph (96.56 km/h) 02 hours 49 minutes
70 mph (112.65 km/h) 02 hours 25 minutes
75 mph (120.7 km/h) 02 hours 15 minutes
80 mph (128.75 km/h) 02 hours 07 minutes

Gas Consumption

A car with a fuel efficiency of 8.3 l/100 km will need 22.68 liters (5.99 gallon) of gas to cover the route between Madison and Fairmont.
The estimated cost of gas to go from Madison to Fairmont is $20.27 (diesel $25.39).

West Virginia gas prices.

Gasoline Mid Grade Premium Diesel
Gallon $3.38 $3.73 $4.07 $4.24
Total $20.27 $22.34 $24.4 $25.39

Take a look at our Gas Cost Calculator feature. It will figure out how much it will cost to drive this particular distance.

The average gas price (in West Virginia ) per gallon of daily gas for calculations is $3.383 (Diesel $4.238) /gallon. Last changed prices on October 09, 2024.

How did we calculate the distance?

The place names are translated into coordinates to approximate the distance between Madison and Fairmont (latitude and longitude). Cities, states, and countries each have their own regional center. The Haversine formula is used to measure the radius.

Distance to Other Cities

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Driving distance from Beckley, WV to Madison 74.52 miles (120 km)

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Driving distance from Parkersburg, WV to Madison 107.25 miles (173 km)

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Driving distance from Weirton Heights, WV to Madison 233.06 miles (375 km)

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