How far is Weirton Heights, WV from Spencer, WV?

The driving distance from Weirton Heights, WV to Spencer, WV is about 160.9 miles (258.9 km), with a travel time of about 03h 30m by car.

  • The straight-line flight distance is about 119.1 miles (191.7 km).
  • For a round trip, plan for roughly 07h 01m 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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Reverse Route
Quick Snapshot
Road
160.89 mi
03h 30m
Flight
119.1 mi
191.68 km direct

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

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Flight Distance

Direct air line
119.1 mi
Kilometers
191.68 km
Flight Time
00h 14m

Driving Distance

Road route
160.89 mi
Kilometers
258.93 km
Drive Time
03h 30m

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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 03h 30m.

Arrival Snapshot
Arrive in Spencer
Sat, May 30, 10:07 AM EDT
Return by in Weirton Heights
Sat, May 30, 1:38 PM EDT
Useful when you're deciding between a quick errand, a day trip, or a longer stop.
Leave Weirton Heights
2026-05-30T06:37
Arrive Spencer
Sat, May 30, 10:07 AM EDT
Route Timing
03h 30m
One way by road
Best Departure Window
6:00 AM to 8:00 AM EDT
Leave early for more breathing room
Arrive between
9:31 AM to 11:31 AM EDT

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

Leave by
9:58 AM EDT
Keeps a same-day return open with about 04h 00m at the destination.
Back in Weirton Heights
9:00 PM EDT
Early departure recommended

This departure sits inside the recommended comfort window for the route.

Halfway Point

A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.

Mid-route stop
Friendly
WV

Human settlement in Tyler County, West Virginia, United States of America

From Weirton Heights
80.5 mi
01h 45m
To Spencer
80.5 mi
01h 45m

Route Weather Snapshot

Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.

Origin
54°F
Overnight

Clear

Starts
Sat, May 30 12:00 AM EDT
Wind
2 to 7 mph NW
Destination
78°F
Saturday

Mostly Sunny

Starts
Sat, May 30 6:00 AM EDT
Wind
0 to 8 mph N

Driving Route Map

The map below follows the saved road route between Weirton Heights and Spencer.

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Weirton Heights and Spencer.

  1. 1

    Start on Pennsylvania Avenue

    14 m · 8 sec · Pennsylvania Avenue

  2. 2

    Turn sharp right onto Cove Road

    1 km · 2 min · Cove Road

  3. 3

    Turn left onto Three Springs Drive

    2747 ft · 1 min · Three Springs Drive

  4. 4

    Take the ramp slight right

    2172 ft · 53 sec

  5. 5

    Merge slight left

    3.1 mi · 4 min

  6. 6

    Keep slight left

    1.1 mi · 2 min

  7. 7

    Take the exit slight right

    773 ft · 19 sec

  8. 8

    Merge slight left onto Dean Martin Boulevard

    2057 ft · 52 sec · Dean Martin Boulevard

  9. 9

    Take the exit slight right

    111 m · 12 sec

  10. 10

    Continue on North 4th Street

    1.1 mi · 2 min · North 4th Street

  11. 11

    Turn left onto Slack Street

    69 m · 7 sec · Slack Street

  12. 12

    Turn right onto South Court Street

    72 m · 7 sec · South Court Street

  13. 13

    Turn right onto Dean Martin Boulevard

    34 mi · 44 min · Dean Martin Boulevard

  14. 14

    Take the exit straight

    1453 ft · 48 sec

  15. 15

    Turn left onto Ferry Landing Road

    2461 ft · 32 sec · Ferry Landing Road

  16. 16

    Continue straight

    2318 ft · 35 sec

  17. 17

    Turn right onto Lafayette Avenue

    1.3 km · 1 min · Lafayette Avenue

  18. 18

    Continue on Energy Road

    21.6 mi · 26 min · Energy Road

  19. 19

    Continue on North State Route 2

    1.3 mi · 2 min · North State Route 2

  20. 20

    Continue on 3rd Street

    2 mi · 2 min · 3rd Street

  21. 21

    Continue on Vine Street

    4.3 mi · 5 min · Vine Street

  22. 22

    Continue on North 4th Avenue

    5 mi · 6 min · North 4th Avenue

  23. 23

    Turn left onto Elizabeth Street

    82 m · 4 sec · Elizabeth Street

  24. 24

    Turn right onto Chelsea Street

    16.8 mi · 19 min · Chelsea Street

  25. 25

    Continue on 3rd Street

    11.7 mi · 13 min · 3rd Street

  26. 26

    Continue on Emerson Avenue

    5.1 mi · 6 min · Emerson Avenue

  27. 27

    Take the exit right

    9.9 mi · 11 min

  28. 28

    Take the exit slight right toward WV 14: Mineral Wells

    1857 ft · 31 sec

  29. 29

    Turn left onto Old 21

    13.3 mi · 21 min · Old 21

  30. 30

    Turn right onto Court Street

    25.6 mi · 38 min · Court Street

  31. 31

    Continue on Locust Avenue

    983 ft · 25 sec · Locust Avenue

  32. 32

    At the end of the road, turn left onto Main Street

    1170 ft · 27 sec · Main Street

  33. 33

    Turn left onto Market Street

    11 m · 2 sec · Market Street

  34. 34

    Arrive at your destination

    0 m · 1 sec · Market Street

Car Route Details

A richer read on the saved driving route between Weirton Heights and Spencer.

OSRM road route
Drive Character

Interchange-aware route

The drive includes several ramps, exits, or merges, so checking the next few maneuvers before busy interchanges is useful.

Directions
34 steps
13 turns on the saved route
Ramps & Exits
8
2 merges, 6 ramps or exits
Navigation Density
21.1 / 100 mi
Decision points by distance
Main Roads
Dean Martin Boulevard
34.7 mi · 22%
Court Street
25.6 mi · 16%
Energy Road
21.6 mi · 13%
Chelsea Street
16.8 mi · 10%
Emerson Avenue
15 mi · 9%
3rd Street
13.7 mi · 9%
Longest Stretch

Dean Martin Boulevard

Turn right onto Dean Martin Boulevard

34 mi · 00h 44m

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
03h 30m
Long day trip
Same-Day Return
07h 02m
Round-trip wheel time
Road vs Air
+41.8 mi
119.1 mi direct line
Halfway Stop
Friendly
01h 45m from Weirton Heights
Leave By
9:58 AM EDT
Early departure recommended
Weather Watch

Clear leaving Weirton Heights and Mostly Sunny near Spencer.

Trip Questions

Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.

How long does it take to drive from Weirton Heights to Spencer?

The road trip is about 160.9 miles (258.9 km) and usually takes 03h 30m 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?

Friendly is a useful midpoint, sitting about 80.5 miles from Weirton Heights and 80.5 miles from Spencer.

How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?

The direct path is about 119.1 miles (191.7 km), while the road route adds roughly 41.8 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 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM EDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 9:58 AM EDT.

How much will gas cost for this route?

Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $22.50 one way or $45.00 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 50.5 kg one way.

What should you check before leaving?

Before you leave, expect Clear around Weirton Heights and Mostly Sunny near Spencer.

Flight Path Map

This map shows the direct air route between Weirton Heights and Spencer. Straight-line distance: 119.1 mi (191.68 km).

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#1 Weirton Heights

City in Hancock County, West Virginia, United States of America

Population19,450
Coordinates40.4084000, -80.5392400
Altitude365
CountryUnited States
Spencer

#2 Spencer

City in West Virginia

Population1,989
Coordinates38.8020300, -81.3509500
Altitude228
CountryUnited States
Start: Weirton Heights (-80.53924, 40.4084)
End: Spencer (-81.35095, 38.80203)

Estimated Travel Time

Distance: 259 km by road

SpeedTime
30 mph (48.3 km/h)05h 21m
40 mph (64.37 km/h)04h 01m
50 mph (80.47 km/h)03h 13m
60 mph (96.56 km/h)02h 40m
70 mph (112.65 km/h)02h 17m
80 mph (129 km/h)02h 00m

Fuel, Round Trip and CO2

Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.

One-way fuel
5.68 gal
21.49 L · about $22.50
Round trip
$45.00
11.36 gal · 42.98 L
Estimated CO2
50.5 kg one way
Round trip: 101 kg / 223 lb CO2, using regular gasoline.
Fuel$/galOne wayRound trip
Regular gas $3.96 $22.50 $45.00
Mid-grade $4.43 $25.16 $50.31
Premium $4.78 $27.14 $54.28
Diesel $5.62 $31.94 $63.89

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 · May 30, 2026

There is no time difference between Weirton Heights and Spencer. The current time is 06:37:09.

Distance to Other Cities

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