How far is Thomas, WV from Point Pleasant, WV?

The driving distance from Thomas, WV to Point Pleasant, WV is about 198.3 miles (319.2 km), with a travel time of about 04h 11m by car.

  • The straight-line flight distance is about 143.2 miles (230.5 km).
  • For a round trip, plan for roughly 08h 22m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
  • A comfortable departure window is usually 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM EST.
Trip Tools

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Reverse Route
Quick Snapshot
Road
198.35 mi
04h 11m
Flight
143.26 mi
230.55 km direct

This drive is better planned with a longer stop or an overnight stay.

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Flight Distance

Direct air line
143.26 mi
Kilometers
230.55 km
Flight Time
00h 17m

Driving Distance

Road route
198.35 mi
Kilometers
319.22 km
Drive Time
04h 11m

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Leave and Arrive Planner

Pick a departure time to see your estimated arrival and same-day return window.

Drive time stays fixed at 04h 11m.

Arrival Snapshot
Arrive in Point Pleasant
Fri, Nov 6, 11:37 PM EST
Return by in Thomas
Sat, Nov 7, 3:49 AM EST
Useful when you're deciding between a quick errand, a day trip, or a longer stop.
Leave Thomas
2026-11-06T19:26
Arrive Point Pleasant
Fri, Nov 6, 11:37 PM EST
Route Timing
04h 11m
One way by road
Best Departure Window
6:00 AM to 8:00 AM EST
Leave early for more breathing room
Arrive between
10:11 AM to 12:11 PM EST

An early departure helps you fit a real stop into the day without turning the return into a late-night drive.

Leave by
8:38 AM EST
Keeps a same-day return open with about 04h 00m at the destination.
Back in Thomas
9:00 PM EST
Early departure recommended

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
West Union
WV

Town in West Virginia, USA

From Thomas
98.4 mi
02h 05m
To Point Pleasant
100 mi
02h 05m

Route Weather Snapshot

Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.

Origin
58°F
Friday

Mostly Cloudy then Chance Light Rain

Starts
Fri, Nov 6 6:00 AM EST
Wind
6 mph W
Destination
45°F
Overnight

Mostly Cloudy

Starts
Fri, Nov 6 2:00 AM EST
Wind
2 mph SW

Driving Route Map

The map below follows the saved road route between Thomas and Point Pleasant.

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Thomas and Point Pleasant.

  1. 1

    Start on Spruce Street

    1539 ft · 42 sec · Spruce Street

  2. 2

    Continue straight

    9.1 mi · 10 min

  3. 3

    Turn slight left

    5.6 mi · 10 min

  4. 4

    Turn straight onto George Washington Highway

    35.3 mi · 52 min · George Washington Highway

  5. 5

    Continue on West Main Street

    1.2 mi · 2 min · West Main Street

  6. 6

    Continue on George Washington Highway

    3.6 mi · 5 min · George Washington Highway

  7. 7

    Turn slight left

    83.4 mi · 1 hr 42 min

  8. 8

    Turn left

    1109 ft · 29 sec

  9. 9

    Merge slight left

    30 mi · 32 min

  10. 10

    Take the exit slight right toward US 33 West, WV 2 South: Silverton, Ravenswood

    29.6 mi · 36 min

  11. 11

    Turn right onto Viand Street

    12 m · 1 sec · Viand Street

  12. 12

    Arrive at your destination

    0 m · 1 sec · Viand Street

Car Route Details

A richer read on the saved driving route between Thomas and Point Pleasant.

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
12 steps
5 turns on the saved route
Ramps & Exits
2
1 merges, 1 ramps or exits
Navigation Density
6 / 100 mi
Decision points by distance
Main Roads
George Washington Highway
68.9 mi · 35%
US 33 West
29.6 mi · 15%
Spruce Street
9.41 mi · 5%
West Main Street
1.21 mi · 1%
Viand Street
0.01 mi
Longest Stretch

Longest stretch

Turn slight left

83.4 mi · 01h 42m

Route Summary

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

Trip Read

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.

Drive Time
04h 11m
Long day trip
Same-Day Return
08h 22m
Round-trip wheel time
Road vs Air
+55.1 mi
143.2 mi direct line
Halfway Stop
West Union
02h 05m from Thomas
Leave By
8:38 AM EST
Early departure recommended
Weather Watch

Mostly Cloudy then Chance Light Rain leaving Thomas and Mostly Cloudy near Point Pleasant.

Trip Questions

Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.

How long does it take to drive from Thomas to Point Pleasant?

The road trip is about 198.3 miles (319.2 km) and usually takes 04h 11m 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 98.4 miles from Thomas and 100 miles from Point Pleasant.

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 55.1 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 8:38 AM EST.

How much will gas cost for this route?

Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $28.92 one way or $57.83 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 62.2 kg one way.

What should you check before leaving?

Before you leave, expect Mostly Cloudy then Chance Light Rain around Thomas and Mostly Cloudy near Point Pleasant.

Flight Path Map

This map shows the direct air route between Thomas and Point Pleasant. Straight-line distance: 143.26 mi (230.55 km).

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#1 Thomas

City in West Virginia, United States

Population545
Coordinates39.1490000, -79.4981100
Altitude925
CountryUnited States
Point Pleasant

#2 Point Pleasant

City and the county seat of Mason County, West Virginia, United States

Population4,017
Coordinates38.8445300, -82.1370900
Altitude173
CountryUnited States
Start: Thomas (-79.49811, 39.149)
End: Point Pleasant (-82.13709, 38.84453)

Estimated Travel Time

Distance: 319 km by road

SpeedTime
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.

One-way fuel
7 gal
26.5 L · about $28.92
Round trip
$57.83
14 gal · 53 L
Estimated CO2
62.2 kg one way
Round trip: 124.4 kg / 274 lb CO2, using regular gasoline.
Fuel$/galOne wayRound trip
Regular gas $4.13 $28.92 $57.83
Mid-grade $4.57 $31.96 $63.91
Premium $5.01 $35.10 $70.20
Diesel $6.38 $44.63 $89.26

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 · Nov 06, 2026

There is no time difference between Thomas and Point Pleasant. The current time is 19:26:32.

Distance to Other Cities

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