How far is Weirton Heights, WV from Moundsville, WV?
The driving distance from Weirton Heights, WV to Moundsville, WV is about 43.6 miles (70.2 km), with a travel time of about 00h 55m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 35.4 miles (57 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 50m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EDT.
Reverse, save, or send this route
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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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Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
Human settlement in Brooke County, West Virginia, United States of America
Route Weather Snapshot
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Widespread Frost then Sunny
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Weirton Heights and Moundsville.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Weirton Heights and Moundsville.
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Start on Pennsylvania Avenue
14 m · 8 sec · Pennsylvania Avenue
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Turn sharp right onto Cove Road
1 km · 2 min · Cove Road
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Turn left onto Three Springs Drive
2747 ft · 1 min · Three Springs Drive
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Take the ramp slight right
2172 ft · 53 sec
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Merge slight left
3.1 mi · 4 min
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Keep slight right to continue on WV 2 South: Follansbee, Wheeling
25 mi · 37 min
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Turn left onto 16th Street
677 ft · 18 sec · 16th Street
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Turn right onto Chapline Street
156 m · 11 sec · Chapline Street
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Take the ramp straight
9.7 mi · 13 min
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Turn left onto Jefferson Avenue
1.1 mi · 2 min · Jefferson Avenue
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Turn right onto 5th Street
12 m · 2 sec · 5th Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · 5th Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Weirton Heights and Moundsville.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
WV 2 South
Keep slight right to continue on WV 2 South: Follansbee, Wheeling
25 mi · 00h 37m
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.
Widespread Frost then Sunny leaving Weirton Heights and Sunny near Moundsville.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Weirton Heights to Moundsville?
The road trip is about 43.6 miles (70.2 km) and usually takes 00h 55m 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?
Windsor Heights is a useful midpoint, sitting about 20.3 miles from Weirton Heights and 23.3 miles from Moundsville.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 35.4 miles (57 km), while the road route adds roughly 8.2 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 EDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 4:40 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $6.10 one way or $12.20 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 13.7 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Widespread Frost then Sunny around Weirton Heights and Sunny near Moundsville.
Stop Ideas Near Windsor Heights
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Windsor Heights.
Union Station
Alliance
Connellsville station
Greensburg
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Weirton Heights and Moundsville. Straight-line distance: 35.4 mi (56.97 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 Moundsville
City in Marshall County, West Virginia, United States
| Population | 8,117 |
| Coordinates | 39.9203500, -80.7431400 |
| Altitude | 212 |
| Country | United States |
End: 5th Street (-80.743145, 39.920279)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 70 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 27m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 05m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 52m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 43m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 37m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 32m |
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 | $6.10 | $12.20 |
| Mid-grade | $4.43 | $6.82 | $13.64 |
| Premium | $4.78 | $7.36 | $14.72 |
| Diesel | $5.62 | $8.66 | $17.32 |
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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