How far is Weirton Heights, WV from Alderson, WV?
The driving distance from Weirton Heights, WV to Alderson, WV is about 263.5 miles (424 km), with a travel time of about 05h 32m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 185.4 miles (298.4 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 11h 05m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM EDT.
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Human settlement in Lewis County, West Virginia, United States of America
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Weirton Heights and Alderson.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Weirton Heights and Alderson.
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Start on Pennsylvania Avenue
1 mi · 2 min · Pennsylvania Avenue
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Turn right onto Colliers Way
1.1 km · 2 min · Colliers Way
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Take the ramp left
1440 ft · 35 sec
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Merge slight left
11.3 mi · 15 min
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Take the exit slight right toward PA Turnpike 576 West: Washington Pennsylvania, Airport
1471 ft · 50 sec
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Keep slight right to continue on PA Tpke 576 East: Washington Pennsylvania
2156 ft · 54 sec
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Merge slight left onto Southern Beltway
11.7 mi · 13 min · Southern Beltway
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Take the exit slight right toward I 79 South: Washington
1.4 km · 2 min
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Merge slight left onto Raymond P Shafer Highway
11.6 mi · 16 min · Raymond P Shafer Highway
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Keep slight left to continue on I 70 East, I 79 South: New Stanton, Morgantown
2903 ft · 1 min
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Merge slight left onto Dwight D Eisenhower Highway
3 mi · 4 min · Dwight D Eisenhower Highway
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Take the exit slight right toward I 79 south: Waynesburg, Morgantown
136.3 mi · 2 hr 27 min
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Take the exit slight right toward US 19 South: Beckley
1684 ft · 41 sec
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Keep slight left
97 m · 9 sec
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Turn right onto Upper Millcreek Telsa Road
8.6 mi · 10 min · Upper Millcreek Telsa Road
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Continue straight
19.1 mi · 23 min
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Turn left onto Arbuckle Road
11.4 mi · 20 min · Arbuckle Road
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Turn right onto Levasy Road
12.3 mi · 22 min · Levasy Road
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Continue on Richwood Road
1.6 km · 2 min · Richwood Road
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Continue on Main Street
5.5 mi · 10 min · Main Street
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At the end of the road, turn left onto Midland West Trail
56 m · 3 sec · Midland West Trail
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Continue on State Route 20
4.1 mi · 6 min · State Route 20
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Continue on Greenbrier Street
6 mi · 9 min · Greenbrier Street
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Turn left
1413 ft · 34 sec
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Merge slight left
4.9 mi · 5 min
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Take the exit slight right toward WV 12: Alta, Alderson
2026 ft · 51 sec
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Turn right onto Brushy Ridge Road
11.2 mi · 20 min · Brushy Ridge Road
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Continue on East Riverside Drive
1899 ft · 32 sec · East Riverside Drive
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Continue on East Riverview Avenue
680 ft · 12 sec · East Riverview Avenue
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · East Riverview Avenue
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Weirton Heights and Alderson.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
I 79 south
Take the exit slight right toward I 79 south: Waynesburg, Morgantown
136 mi · 02h 27m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
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.
Chance Rain Showers leaving Weirton Heights and Chance Rain Showers then Mostly Sunny near Alderson.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Weirton Heights to Alderson?
The road trip is about 263.5 miles (424 km) and usually takes 05h 32m 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?
Jane Lew is a useful midpoint, sitting about 131.7 miles from Weirton Heights and 131.7 miles from Alderson.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 185.4 miles (298.4 km), while the road route adds roughly 78.1 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 EDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 5:54 AM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $36.84 one way or $73.67 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 82.6 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Chance Rain Showers around Weirton Heights and Chance Rain Showers then Mostly Sunny near Alderson.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Weirton Heights and Alderson. Straight-line distance: 185.42 mi (298.41 km).
#1 Weirton Heights
City in Hancock County, West Virginia, United States of America
| Population | 19,450 |
| Coordinates | 40.4084000, -80.5392400 |
| Altitude | 365 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Alderson
City in West Virginia, United States of America
| Population | 1,111 |
| Coordinates | 37.7259500, -80.6420200 |
| Altitude | 472 |
| Country | United States |
End: Alderson (-80.64202, 37.72595)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 424 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 08h 46m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 06h 35m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 05h 16m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 04h 23m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 03h 45m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 03h 17m |
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 | $36.84 | $73.67 |
| Mid-grade | $4.43 | $41.19 | $82.38 |
| Premium | $4.78 | $44.44 | $88.87 |
| Diesel | $5.62 | $52.30 | $104.61 |
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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