How far is Point Pleasant, WV from Thomas, WV?
The driving distance from Point Pleasant, WV to Thomas, WV is about 198.6 miles (319.6 km), with a travel time of about 04h 12m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 143.2 miles (230.5 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 08h 25m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM EST.
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This drive is better planned with a longer stop or an overnight stay.
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 04h 12m.
An early departure helps you fit a real stop into the day without turning the return into a late-night drive.
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Halfway Point
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Town in West Virginia, USA
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Point Pleasant and Thomas.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Point Pleasant and Thomas.
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Start on Viand Street
12 m · 8 sec · Viand Street
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Turn left onto 6th Street
4.5 mi · 5 min · 6th Street
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Continue straight
24.9 mi · 30 min
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Turn left
30.1 mi · 33 min
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Take the exit slight right toward US 50: Downtown Parkersburg
1609 ft · 43 sec
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Turn right onto Corridor D
77.2 mi · 1 hr 33 min · Corridor D
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Continue on George Washington Highway
9.7 mi · 14 min · George Washington Highway
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Continue on Pike Street
24.9 mi · 37 min · Pike Street
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Continue on Geroge Washington Highway
11.5 mi · 17 min · Geroge Washington Highway
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Turn slight right onto Shillenberg Road
654 ft · 13 sec · Shillenberg Road
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Turn straight onto Maple Spring Highway
5.4 mi · 9 min · Maple Spring Highway
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Keep slight right
160 m · 10 sec
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Merge slight left onto Seneca Trail
9.1 mi · 10 min · Seneca Trail
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Continue on Spruce Street
156 m · 7 sec · Spruce Street
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Turn slight right onto East Avenue
1818 ft · 1 min · East Avenue
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Take the exit sharp left toward Spruce Street
683 ft · 26 sec · Spruce Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Spruce Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Point Pleasant and Thomas.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
Corridor D
Turn right onto Corridor D
77.2 mi · 01h 33m
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.
Mostly Cloudy leaving Point Pleasant and Mostly Cloudy then Chance Light Rain near Thomas.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Point Pleasant to Thomas?
The road trip is about 198.6 miles (319.6 km) and usually takes 04h 12m 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?
West Union is a useful midpoint, sitting about 98.5 miles from Point Pleasant and 100.1 miles from Thomas.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 143.2 miles (230.5 km), while the road route adds roughly 55.4 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 EST. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 8:34 AM EST.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $28.96 one way or $57.92 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 62.3 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Cloudy around Point Pleasant and Mostly Cloudy then Chance Light Rain near Thomas.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Point Pleasant and Thomas. Straight-line distance: 143.26 mi (230.55 km).
#1 Point Pleasant
City and the county seat of Mason County, West Virginia, United States
| Population | 4,017 |
| Coordinates | 38.8445300, -82.1370900 |
| Altitude | 173 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Thomas
City in West Virginia, United States
| Population | 545 |
| Coordinates | 39.1490000, -79.4981100 |
| Altitude | 925 |
| Country | United States |
End: Thomas (-79.49811, 39.149)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 320 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 06h 36m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 04h 57m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 03h 58m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 03h 18m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 50m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 02h 28m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $4.13 | $28.96 | $57.92 |
| Mid-grade | $4.57 | $32.00 | $64.00 |
| Premium | $5.01 | $35.15 | $70.30 |
| Diesel | $6.38 | $44.70 | $89.39 |
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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