How far is Salem, WV from Wheeling, WV?
The driving distance from Salem, WV to Wheeling, WV is about 81.9 miles (131.8 km), with a travel time of about 01h 57m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 54.7 miles (88 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 03h 54m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EST.
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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
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Drive time stays fixed at 01h 57m.
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.
Human settlement in Tyler County, West Virginia, United States of America
Route Weather Snapshot
Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.
Mostly Cloudy then Chance Light Rain
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Salem and Wheeling.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Salem and Wheeling.
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Start on Water Street
2867 ft · 57 sec · Water Street
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Continue on Jacobs Run Road
2463 ft · 49 sec · Jacobs Run Road
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Turn left onto Corridor D
12.3 mi · 14 min · Corridor D
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Turn right
2801 ft · 2 min
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At the end of the road, turn right onto Main Street
69 m · 14 sec · Main Street
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Turn left onto Davis Street
1194 ft · 41 sec · Davis Street
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Continue on Davis Street
1125 ft · 39 sec · Davis Street
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Continue on Sistersville Pike
6 mi · 9 min · Sistersville Pike
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Turn right
23.8 mi · 35 min
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Turn right onto River Hill Road
7.4 mi · 11 min · River Hill Road
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At the end of the road, turn right onto Vine Street
1.6 km · 1 min · Vine Street
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Continue on 3rd Street
2 mi · 2 min · 3rd Street
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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 North State Rt. 2
23.7 mi · 30 min · North State Rt. 2
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Continue on Wheeling Avenue
9.4 mi · 12 min · Wheeling Avenue
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Take the exit slight right
1615 ft · 42 sec
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Turn left onto 17th Street
102 m · 17 sec · 17th Street
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Turn right onto Chapline Street
98 m · 6 sec · Chapline Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Chapline Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Salem and Wheeling.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
Longest stretch
Turn right
23.8 mi · 00h 35m
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.
Partly Sunny leaving Salem and Mostly Cloudy then Chance Light Rain near Wheeling.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Salem to Wheeling?
The road trip is about 81.9 miles (131.8 km) and usually takes 01h 57m 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?
Middlebourne is a useful midpoint, sitting about 44.6 miles from Salem and 37.3 miles from Wheeling.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 54.7 miles (88 km), while the road route adds roughly 27.2 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 EST. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 2:36 PM EST.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $11.94 one way or $23.88 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 25.7 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Partly Sunny around Salem and Mostly Cloudy then Chance Light Rain near Wheeling.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Salem and Wheeling. Straight-line distance: 54.65 mi (87.95 km).
#1 Salem
Salem is a place in West Virginia, United States.
| Population | 0 |
| Coordinates | 39.2828700, -80.5589900 |
| Altitude | 320 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Wheeling
City in West Virginia
| Population | 26,283 |
| Coordinates | 40.0639600, -80.7209100 |
| Altitude | 203 |
| Country | United States |
End: Chapline Street (-80.720798, 40.063971)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 132 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 02h 43m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02h 02m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 38m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 21m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 10m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 01m |
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 | $4.13 | $11.94 | $23.88 |
| Mid-grade | $4.57 | $13.19 | $26.39 |
| Premium | $5.01 | $14.49 | $28.98 |
| Diesel | $6.38 | $18.43 | $36.85 |
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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