How far is Weirton, WV from Benwood, WV?
The driving distance from Weirton, WV to Benwood, WV is about 31.1 miles (50 km), with a travel time of about 00h 47m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 28.7 miles (46.2 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 35m 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.
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Halfway Point
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Human settlement in Brooke County, West Virginia, United States of America
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Weirton and Benwood.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Weirton and Benwood.
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Start on Main Street
2.5 mi · 5 min · Main Street
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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
2.8 mi · 3 min
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Take the exit slight right
1187 ft · 31 sec
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Turn right onto McMechen Street
931 ft · 28 sec · McMechen Street
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Turn right onto 4th Street
78 m · 17 sec · 4th Street
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Turn left onto Main Street
571 ft · 30 sec · Main Street
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Turn left onto 5th Street
7 m · 1 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 and Benwood.
Turn-heavy local drive
The route has frequent decision points for its length, so lane choice and turn timing will matter more than cruising speed.
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.
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms leaving Weirton and Chance Rain Showers near Benwood.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Weirton to Benwood?
The road trip is about 31.1 miles (50 km) and usually takes 00h 47m 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?
Beech Bottom is a useful midpoint, sitting about 15.5 miles from Weirton and 15.5 miles from Benwood.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 28.7 miles (46.2 km), while the road route adds roughly 2.4 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 4:54 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $4.36 one way or $8.71 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 9.8 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Chance Showers And Thunderstorms around Weirton and Chance Rain Showers near Benwood.
Stop Ideas Near Beech Bottom
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 Beech Bottom.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Weirton and Benwood. Straight-line distance: 28.73 mi (46.23 km).
#1 Weirton
City in West Virginia, United States
| Population | 18,068 |
| Coordinates | 40.4189600, -80.5895200 |
| Altitude | 230 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Benwood
City in Marshall County, West Virginia, United States of America
| Population | 1,257 |
| Coordinates | 40.0181300, -80.7342500 |
| Altitude | 197 |
| Country | United States |
End: Benwood (-80.73425, 40.01813)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 50 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 02m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 46m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 37m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 31m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 26m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 23m |
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 | $4.36 | $8.71 |
| Mid-grade | $4.43 | $4.87 | $9.74 |
| Premium | $4.78 | $5.26 | $10.51 |
| Diesel | $5.62 | $6.19 | $12.37 |
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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