How far is Moundsville, WV from Fairmont, WV?
Fastest route
The distance from Moundsville, West Virginia 26041 to Fairmont, West Virginia 26554 is approximately 63.4 miles (102 kilometers). The estimated travel time is 1 hour and 48 minutes via US-250 S.
Directions
- 🛣️ Head east on 5th St toward Jefferson Ave.
- 🚗 Turn right at the 1st cross street onto Jefferson Ave.
- 🔄 12th St turns left and becomes Fork Ridge Rd.
- 🚗 Turn right onto Co Hwy 17/5.
- 🚙 Continue onto Big Grave Creek/Loudenville Rd.
- 🔄 Continue to follow Loudenville Rd.
- 🚗 Turn right toward Railroad St and then left onto Railroad St.
- 🛣️ Follow US-250 S to your destination in Fairmont.
- 🚗 Turn right onto Waynesburg Pike Rd, which continues onto Dunlevy Ave.
- 🚙 Continue onto US-250 S/Maple Ave and follow it for approximately 19.3 miles.
- 🚗 Use the left lane to turn left onto Adams St.
- 📍 Arrive at Fairmont, West Virginia 26554.
Tips & Suggestions
- 🚗 Plan your journey ahead of time to ensure a smooth trip.
- ⛽ Make sure to have enough fuel for the entire journey.
- 🚦 Observe traffic rules and regulations for a safe drive.
- 🗺️ Use a GPS or navigation app to stay on track.
- 🚧 Be aware of any road closures or construction along the route.
- 🥤 Stay hydrated and take breaks if needed during the journey.
- 🕒 Allow for some extra time in case of unexpected delays.
Reverse, save, or send this route
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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
Pick a departure time to see your estimated arrival and same-day return window.
Drive time stays fixed at 01h 51m.
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.
Town in West Virginia, USA
Route Weather Snapshot
Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.
Mostly Sunny
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Moundsville and Fairmont.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Moundsville and Fairmont.
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Start on 5th Street
12 m · 7 sec · 5th Street
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Turn left onto Jefferson Avenue
1822 ft · 44 sec · Jefferson Avenue
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Turn right onto 1st Street
1.3 km · 1 min · 1st Street
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At the end of the road, turn left onto Waynesburg Pike Road
14.8 mi · 17 min · Waynesburg Pike Road
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5
Continue on Dragon Highway
11.1 mi · 13 min · Dragon Highway
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Continue on Dragon Highway
3146 ft · 41 sec · Dragon Highway
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7
Continue on Dragon Highway
3.5 mi · 4 min · Dragon Highway
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Continue on Hornet Highway
11.1 mi · 13 min · Hornet Highway
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Continue on Husky Highway
9.3 mi · 11 min · Husky Highway
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Continue on Main Street
1.7 mi · 2 min · Main Street
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Continue on United States Highway 250
12.4 mi · 14 min · United States Highway 250
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Turn left onto Adams Street
769 ft · 19 sec · Adams Street
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Turn left onto Jefferson Street
21 m · 2 sec · Jefferson Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Jefferson Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Moundsville and Fairmont.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
Waynesburg Pike Road
At the end of the road, turn left onto Waynesburg Pike Road
14.8 mi · 00h 17m
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 Moundsville and Mostly Sunny near Fairmont.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Moundsville to Fairmont?
The road trip is about 66.1 miles (106.3 km) and usually takes 01h 51m 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?
Hundred is a useful midpoint, sitting about 33 miles from Moundsville and 33.1 miles from Fairmont.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 43.9 miles (70.6 km), while the road route adds roughly 22.2 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 2:46 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $9.23 one way or $18.46 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 20.7 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Moundsville and Mostly Sunny near Fairmont.
Stop Ideas Near Hundred
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
City Hall Cameron, WV
Hundred Town Office
Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Hundred.
Connellsville station
Union Station
Greensburg
Latrobe station
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Moundsville and Fairmont. Straight-line distance: 43.86 mi (70.58 km).
#1 Moundsville
City in Marshall County, West Virginia, United States
| Population | 8,117 |
| Coordinates | 39.9203500, -80.7431400 |
| Altitude | 212 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Fairmont
County seat of Marion County, West Virginia, United States
| Population | 18,370 |
| Coordinates | 39.4850800, -80.1425800 |
| Altitude | 300 |
| Country | United States |
End: Jefferson Street (-80.142785, 39.485002)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 106 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 02h 12m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 39m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 19m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 06m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 56m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 49m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.96 | $9.23 | $18.46 |
| Mid-grade | $4.43 | $10.32 | $20.64 |
| Premium | $4.78 | $11.13 | $22.27 |
| Diesel | $5.62 | $13.10 | $26.21 |
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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