How far is Sistersville, WV from Wheeling, WV?
The driving distance from Sistersville, WV to Wheeling, WV is about 46.3 miles (74.5 km), with a travel time of about 01h 01m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 37.5 miles (60.3 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 03m 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 01h 01m.
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Halfway Point
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Town in West Virginia, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Sistersville and Wheeling.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Sistersville and Wheeling.
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Start on Diamond Street
11 m · 7 sec · Diamond Street
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Turn left onto Wells Street
5 mi · 6 min · Wells Street
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Continue on Vine Street
4.3 mi · 5 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 Sistersville 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.
North State Rt. 2
Continue on North State Rt. 2
23.7 mi · 00h 30m
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.
Chance Rain Showers leaving Sistersville and Chance Rain Showers near Wheeling.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Sistersville to Wheeling?
The road trip is about 46.3 miles (74.5 km) and usually takes 01h 01m 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?
Franklin is a useful midpoint, sitting about 23.1 miles from Sistersville and 23.2 miles from Wheeling.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 37.5 miles (60.3 km), while the road route adds roughly 8.8 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 4:26 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $6.46 one way or $12.91 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 14.5 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Chance Rain Showers around Sistersville and Chance Rain Showers near Wheeling.
Stop Ideas Near Franklin
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
City Hall Cameron, WV
Moundsville City Building
Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Franklin.
Union Station
Connellsville station
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Sistersville and Wheeling. Straight-line distance: 37.49 mi (60.33 km).
#1 Sistersville
City in Tyler County, West Virginia, United States of America
| Population | 1,267 |
| Coordinates | 39.5642400, -80.9959400 |
| Altitude | 198 |
| 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, 40.06397)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 74 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 32m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 09m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 55m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 46m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 39m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 34m |
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 | $6.46 | $12.91 |
| Mid-grade | $4.43 | $7.22 | $14.44 |
| Premium | $4.78 | $7.79 | $15.58 |
| Diesel | $5.62 | $9.17 | $18.33 |
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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