How far is Washington, WV from Wheeling, WV?
The driving distance from Washington, WV to Wheeling, WV is about 112.7 miles (181.4 km), with a travel time of about 01h 49m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 75.1 miles (120.8 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 03h 39m 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.
Flight Distance
Driving Distance
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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 01h 49m.
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.
City in Tyler County, West Virginia, United States of America
Route Weather Snapshot
Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.
Patchy Fog then Sunny
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Washington and Wheeling.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Washington and Wheeling.
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Start on Dupont Road
1.4 mi · 2 min · Dupont Road
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Take the ramp slight right
2540 ft · 1 min
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Merge slight left onto Corridor D
4.3 mi · 5 min · Corridor D
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Keep slight left to continue on Corridor D
4.7 mi · 5 min · Corridor D
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Turn left
957 ft · 24 sec
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Merge slight left
3.1 mi · 3 min
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Take the exit slight right toward WV 2 North, WV 68 South: Vienna, North Parkersburg
1956 ft · 48 sec
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Keep slight right to continue on WV 2 North, WV 68 South: Vienna, North Parkersburg
41 m · 4 sec
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Continue on Emerson Avenue
5 mi · 6 min · Emerson Avenue
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Continue on State Route 2
11.7 mi · 13 min · State Route 2
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Continue on 2nd Street
16.9 mi · 19 min · 2nd Street
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Turn right 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 Washington and Wheeling.
Interchange-aware route
The drive includes several ramps, exits, or merges, so checking the next few maneuvers before busy interchanges is useful.
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.
Patchy Fog then Sunny leaving Washington and Sunny near Wheeling.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Washington to Wheeling?
The road trip is about 112.7 miles (181.4 km) and usually takes 01h 49m 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?
Sistersville is a useful midpoint, sitting about 47.2 miles from Washington and 65.5 miles from Wheeling.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 75.1 miles (120.8 km), while the road route adds roughly 37.6 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 2:50 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $15.76 one way or $31.53 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 35.4 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Patchy Fog then Sunny around Washington and Sunny near Wheeling.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Washington and Wheeling. Straight-line distance: 75.06 mi (120.8 km).
#1 Washington
Census-designated place in Wood County, West Virginia
| Population | 1,175 |
| Coordinates | 39.2611900, -81.6718000 |
| Altitude | 196 |
| 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: 181 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 03h 45m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02h 49m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 15m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 52m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 36m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 24m |
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 | $15.76 | $31.53 |
| Mid-grade | $4.43 | $17.63 | $35.25 |
| Premium | $4.78 | $19.02 | $38.03 |
| Diesel | $5.62 | $22.38 | $44.77 |
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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