How far is Moundsville, WV from Oak Hill, WV?
The driving distance from Moundsville, WV to Oak Hill, WV is about 104.3 miles (167.9 km), with a travel time of about 02h 36m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 70.5 miles (113.5 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 05h 13m 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.
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 02h 36m.
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Halfway Point
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City in West Virginia, USA
Route Weather Snapshot
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Areas Of Fog
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Moundsville and Oak Hill.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Moundsville and Oak Hill.
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Start on 5th Street
12 m · 4 sec · 5th Street
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Turn right onto Jefferson Avenue
611 ft · 16 sec · Jefferson Avenue
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Turn right onto 7th Street
1135 ft · 29 sec · 7th Street
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Turn left onto Lafayette Avenue
1.2 mi · 2 min · Lafayette Avenue
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Continue on Energy Road
21.6 mi · 26 min · Energy Road
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Continue on North State Route 2
1.3 mi · 2 min · North State Route 2
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Continue on 3rd Street
2 mi · 3 min · 3rd Street
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Continue on Vine Street
4.3 mi · 5 min · Vine Street
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Continue on North 4th Avenue
5 mi · 6 min · North 4th Avenue
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Turn left onto Elizabeth Street
82 m · 6 sec · Elizabeth Street
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Turn right onto Chelsea Street
16.8 mi · 19 min · Chelsea Street
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Turn left onto High Street
13.8 mi · 21 min · High Street
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Continue on Main Street
5.2 mi · 8 min · Main Street
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Turn left onto South Spring Street
1.6 km · 1 min · South Spring Street
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Continue on Smithville Road
11.7 mi · 18 min · Smithville Road
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At the end of the road, turn left onto Staunton Turnpike
721 ft · 13 sec · Staunton Turnpike
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Turn right onto Smithville Road
14.2 mi · 21 min · Smithville Road
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Continue on High Street
145 m · 10 sec · High Street
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Turn left onto Market Street
2550 ft · 51 sec · Market Street
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Continue on Little Kanawha Parkway
3.9 mi · 7 min · Little Kanawha Parkway
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Turn left onto Wright Road
1.2 km · 3 min · Wright Road
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Continue on Wright Road
2881 ft · 2 min · Wright Road
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Continue on Wright Road
12 m · 2 sec · Wright Road
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Wright Road
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Moundsville and Oak Hill.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
Energy Road
Continue on Energy Road
21.6 mi · 00h 26m
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 Areas Of Fog near Oak Hill.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Moundsville to Oak Hill?
The road trip is about 104.3 miles (167.9 km) and usually takes 02h 36m 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?
Saint Marys is a useful midpoint, sitting about 52.1 miles from Moundsville and 52.2 miles from Oak Hill.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 70.5 miles (113.5 km), while the road route adds roughly 33.8 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 1:16 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $14.58 one way or $29.15 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 32.7 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Moundsville and Areas Of Fog near Oak Hill.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Moundsville and Oak Hill. Straight-line distance: 70.51 mi (113.47 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 Oak Hill
City in West Virginia
| Population | 8,028 |
| Coordinates | 38.9223100, -81.0184400 |
| Altitude | 342 |
| Country | United States |
End: County Route 35/21 (-81.0184, 38.922229)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 168 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 03h 28m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02h 36m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 05m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 44m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 29m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 18m |
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 | $14.58 | $29.15 |
| Mid-grade | $4.43 | $16.30 | $32.60 |
| Premium | $4.78 | $17.58 | $35.17 |
| Diesel | $5.62 | $20.70 | $41.39 |
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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