How far is Ravenswood, WV from Weirton, WV?

The driving distance from Ravenswood, WV to Weirton, WV is about 158.1 miles (254.5 km), with a travel time of about 02h 41m by car.

  • The straight-line flight distance is about 119.2 miles (191.8 km).
  • For a round trip, plan for roughly 05h 23m 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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Quick Snapshot
Road
158.11 mi
02h 41m
Flight
119.19 mi
191.82 km direct

This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.

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Flight Distance

Direct air line
119.19 mi
Kilometers
191.82 km
Flight Time
00h 14m

Driving Distance

Road route
158.11 mi
Kilometers
254.46 km
Drive Time
02h 41m

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Drive time stays fixed at 02h 41m.

Arrival Snapshot
Arrive in Weirton
Fri, Apr 17, 6:03 AM EDT
Return by in Ravenswood
Fri, Apr 17, 8:45 AM EDT
Useful when you're deciding between a quick errand, a day trip, or a longer stop.
Leave Ravenswood
2026-04-17T03:21
Arrive Weirton
Fri, Apr 17, 6:03 AM EDT
Route Timing
02h 41m
One way by road
Best Departure Window
8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EDT
Aim for a morning departure
Arrive between
10:42 AM to 12:42 PM EDT

A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.

Leave by
1:06 PM EDT
Keeps a same-day return open with about 03h 00m at the destination.
Back in Ravenswood
9:30 PM EDT
Morning start is best

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.

Mid-route stop
Paden City
WV

City in West Virginia, United States of America

From Ravenswood
73.3 mi
01h 20m
To Weirton
84.9 mi
01h 20m

Route Weather Snapshot

Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.

Origin
81°F
Friday

Chance Rain Showers

Starts
Fri, Apr 17 6:00 AM EDT
Wind
7 mph W
Destination
78°F
Friday

Chance Rain Showers

Starts
Fri, Apr 17 6:00 AM EDT
Wind
7 mph W

Driving Route Map

The map below follows the saved road route between Ravenswood and Weirton.

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Ravenswood and Weirton.

  1. 1

    Start on Walnut Street

    16 m · 7 sec · Walnut Street

  2. 2

    Turn left onto Washington Street

    3174 ft · 1 min · Washington Street

  3. 3

    Continue straight

    2338 ft · 50 sec

  4. 4

    Turn left

    2.4 mi · 3 min

  5. 5

    Turn left

    33.7 mi · 36 min

  6. 6

    Take the exit slight right toward WV 2 North, WV 68 South: Vienna, North Parkersburg

    1956 ft · 48 sec

  7. 7

    Keep slight right to continue on WV 2 North, WV 68 South: Vienna, North Parkersburg

    41 m · 4 sec

  8. 8

    Continue on Emerson Avenue

    5 mi · 6 min · Emerson Avenue

  9. 9

    Continue on State Route 2

    11.7 mi · 13 min · State Route 2

  10. 10

    Continue on 2nd Street

    16.9 mi · 19 min · 2nd Street

  11. 11

    Turn right onto Wells Street

    5 mi · 6 min · Wells Street

  12. 12

    Continue on Vine Street

    4.3 mi · 5 min · Vine Street

  13. 13

    Continue on 3rd Street

    2 mi · 2 min · 3rd Street

  14. 14

    Continue on North State Route 2

    1.3 mi · 2 min · North State Route 2

  15. 15

    Continue on North State Rt. 2

    22.4 mi · 27 min · North State Rt. 2

  16. 16

    Turn left onto 12th Street

    2357 ft · 30 sec · 12th Street

  17. 17

    Continue straight

    1816 ft · 28 sec

  18. 18

    Take the exit right

    1284 ft · 35 sec

  19. 19

    Continue straight

    34.1 mi · 44 min

  20. 20

    Turn left onto Slack Street

    158 m · 15 sec · Slack Street

  21. 21

    Turn right onto South 4th Street

    1.1 mi · 2 min · South 4th Street

  22. 22

    Turn left onto Franklin Avenue

    1320 ft · 39 sec · Franklin Avenue

  23. 23

    Turn right onto North 7th Street

    781 ft · 24 sec · North 7th Street

  24. 24

    Take the ramp straight

    820 ft · 20 sec

  25. 25

    Merge slight left onto Veterans Memorial Bridge

    1.5 km · 1 min · Veterans Memorial Bridge

  26. 26

    Keep slight right to continue on WV 2 North: Downtown Weirton

    2.6 mi · 5 min

  27. 27

    Arrive at your destination

    0 m · 1 sec · Main Street

Car Route Details

A richer read on the saved driving route between Ravenswood and Weirton.

OSRM road route
Drive Character

Straightforward drive

The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.

Directions
27 steps
9 turns on the saved route
Ramps & Exits
4
1 merges, 3 ramps or exits
Navigation Density
17.1 / 100 mi
Decision points by distance
Main Roads
12th Street
35.1 mi · 22%
North State Rt. 2
22.4 mi · 14%
2nd Street
16.9 mi · 11%
State Route 2
11.7 mi · 7%
Emerson Avenue
5 mi · 3%
Wells Street
4.96 mi · 3%
Longest Stretch

12th Street

Continue straight

34.1 mi · 00h 44m

Route Summary

A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.

Trip Read

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.

Drive Time
02h 41m
Day trip friendly
Same-Day Return
05h 24m
Round-trip wheel time
Road vs Air
+38.9 mi
119.2 mi direct line
Halfway Stop
Paden City
01h 20m from Ravenswood
Leave By
1:06 PM EDT
Morning start is best
Weather Watch

Chance Rain Showers leaving Ravenswood and Chance Rain Showers near Weirton.

Trip Questions

Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.

How long does it take to drive from Ravenswood to Weirton?

The road trip is about 158.1 miles (254.5 km) and usually takes 02h 41m 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?

Paden City is a useful midpoint, sitting about 73.3 miles from Ravenswood and 84.9 miles from Weirton.

How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?

The direct path is about 119.2 miles (191.8 km), while the road route adds roughly 38.9 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 1:06 PM EDT.

How much will gas cost for this route?

Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $22.10 one way or $44.20 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 49.6 kg one way.

What should you check before leaving?

Before you leave, expect Chance Rain Showers around Ravenswood and Chance Rain Showers near Weirton.

Flight Path Map

This map shows the direct air route between Ravenswood and Weirton. Straight-line distance: 119.19 mi (191.82 km).

Ravenswood

#1 Ravenswood

City in West Virginia

Population3,616
Coordinates38.9481400, -81.7609600
Altitude185
CountryUnited States
Weirton

#2 Weirton

City in West Virginia, United States

Population18,068
Coordinates40.4189600, -80.5895200
Altitude230
CountryUnited States
Start: Walnut Street (-81.760959, 38.948137)
End: Main Street (-80.58955, 40.418979)

Estimated Travel Time

Distance: 254 km by road

SpeedTime
30 mph (48.3 km/h)05h 16m
40 mph (64.37 km/h)03h 57m
50 mph (80.47 km/h)03h 09m
60 mph (96.56 km/h)02h 38m
70 mph (112.65 km/h)02h 15m
80 mph (129 km/h)01h 58m

Fuel, Round Trip and CO2

Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.

One-way fuel
5.58 gal
21.12 L · about $22.10
Round trip
$44.20
11.16 gal · 42.24 L
Estimated CO2
49.6 kg one way
Round trip: 99.2 kg / 219 lb CO2, using regular gasoline.
Fuel$/galOne wayRound trip
Regular gas $3.96 $22.10 $44.20
Mid-grade $4.43 $24.71 $49.43
Premium $4.78 $26.66 $53.32
Diesel $5.62 $31.38 $62.76

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 · Apr 17, 2026

There is no time difference between Ravenswood and Weirton. The current time is 03:21:42.

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How did we calculate? Place names are translated into coordinates. The Haversine formula calculates straight-line distance; driving distance uses road network data.