How far is Wheeling, WV from Boaz, WV?

The driving distance from Wheeling, WV to Boaz, WV is about 87 miles (140 km), with a travel time of about 01h 49m by car.

  • The straight-line flight distance is about 63.9 miles (102.8 km).
  • For a round trip, plan for roughly 03h 38m 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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Reverse Route
Quick Snapshot
Road
86.99 mi
01h 49m
Flight
63.87 mi
102.79 km direct

This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.

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Flight Distance

Direct air line
63.87 mi
Kilometers
102.79 km
Flight Time
00h 07m

Driving Distance

Road route
86.99 mi
Kilometers
139.99 km
Drive Time
01h 49m

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Drive time stays fixed at 01h 49m.

Arrival Snapshot
Arrive in Boaz
Tue, Apr 14, 8:58 PM EDT
Return by in Wheeling
Tue, Apr 14, 10:48 PM EDT
Useful when you're deciding between a quick errand, a day trip, or a longer stop.
Leave Wheeling
2026-04-14T19:09
Arrive Boaz
Tue, Apr 14, 8:58 PM EDT
Route Timing
01h 49m
One way by road
Best Departure Window
8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EDT
Aim for a morning departure
Arrive between
9:49 AM to 11:49 AM EDT

A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.

Leave by
2:52 PM EDT
Keeps a same-day return open with about 03h 00m at the destination.
Back in Wheeling
9:30 PM EDT
Morning start is best

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.

Mid-route stop
Paden City
WV

City in West Virginia, United States of America

From Wheeling
43.5 mi
00h 54m
To Boaz
43.5 mi
00h 54m

Route Weather Snapshot

Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.

Origin
67°F
Tonight

Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Starts
Tue, Apr 14 6:00 PM EDT
Wind
12 mph SW
Destination
85°F
Tuesday

Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Starts
Tue, Apr 14 6:00 AM EDT
Wind
6 to 13 mph SW

Driving Route Map

The map below follows the saved road route between Wheeling and Boaz.

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Wheeling and Boaz.

  1. 1

    Start on Chapline Street

    146 m · 10 sec · Chapline Street

  2. 2

    Take the ramp straight

    45.9 mi · 57 min

  3. 3

    Turn left onto Elizabeth Street

    82 m · 4 sec · Elizabeth Street

  4. 4

    Turn right onto Chelsea Street

    16.8 mi · 19 min · Chelsea Street

  5. 5

    Continue on 3rd Street

    11.7 mi · 13 min · 3rd Street

  6. 6

    Continue on Emerson Avenue

    1.9 mi · 2 min · Emerson Avenue

  7. 7

    Turn right onto Williamstown Pike

    4.5 mi · 8 min · Williamstown Pike

  8. 8

    Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward the route

    79 m · 4 sec

  9. 9

    Exit the roundabout

    1.2 mi · 2 min

  10. 10

    Turn left onto West 3rd Street

    4.5 mi · 7 min · West 3rd Street

  11. 11

    Turn right

    152 m · 27 sec

  12. 12

    Turn left

    23 m · 3 sec

  13. 13

    Arrive at your destination

    0 m · 1 sec

Car Route Details

A richer read on the saved driving route between Wheeling and Boaz.

OSRM road route
Drive Character

Straightforward drive

The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.

Directions
13 steps
8 turns on the saved route
Ramps & Exits
3
0 merges, 3 ramps or exits
Navigation Density
14.9 / 100 mi
Decision points by distance
Main Roads
Chapline Street
46 mi · 53%
Chelsea Street
16.8 mi · 19%
3rd Street
11.7 mi · 13%
Williamstown Pike
5.82 mi · 7%
West 3rd Street
4.52 mi · 5%
Emerson Avenue
1.87 mi · 2%
Longest Stretch

Chapline Street

Take the ramp straight

45.9 mi · 00h 57m

Route Summary

A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.

Trip Read

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.

Drive Time
01h 49m
Day trip friendly
Same-Day Return
03h 38m
Round-trip wheel time
Road vs Air
+23.1 mi
63.9 mi direct line
Halfway Stop
Paden City
00h 54m from Wheeling
Leave By
2:52 PM EDT
Morning start is best
Weather Watch

Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms leaving Wheeling and Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Boaz.

Trip Questions

Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.

How long does it take to drive from Wheeling to Boaz?

The road trip is about 87 miles (140 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?

Paden City is a useful midpoint, sitting about 43.5 miles from Wheeling and 43.5 miles from Boaz.

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

The direct path is about 63.9 miles (102.8 km), while the road route adds roughly 23.1 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 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 2:52 PM EDT.

How much will gas cost for this route?

Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $12.16 one way or $24.32 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 27.3 kg one way.

What should you check before leaving?

Before you leave, expect Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms around Wheeling and Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Boaz.

Flight Path Map

This map shows the direct air route between Wheeling and Boaz. Straight-line distance: 63.87 mi (102.79 km).

Wheeling

#1 Wheeling

City in West Virginia

Population26,283
Coordinates40.0639600, -80.7209100
Altitude203
CountryUnited States
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#2 Boaz

Boaz is a place in West Virginia, United States.

Population0
Coordinates39.3614600, -81.5020700
Altitude198
CountryUnited States
Start: Wheeling (-80.72091, 40.06396)
End: Boaz (-81.50207, 39.36146)

Estimated Travel Time

Distance: 140 km by road

SpeedTime
30 mph (48.3 km/h)02h 53m
40 mph (64.37 km/h)02h 10m
50 mph (80.47 km/h)01h 44m
60 mph (96.56 km/h)01h 26m
70 mph (112.65 km/h)01h 14m
80 mph (129 km/h)01h 05m

Fuel, Round Trip and CO2

Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.

One-way fuel
3.07 gal
11.62 L · about $12.16
Round trip
$24.32
6.14 gal · 23.24 L
Estimated CO2
27.3 kg one way
Round trip: 54.6 kg / 120 lb CO2, using regular gasoline.
Fuel$/galOne wayRound trip
Regular gas $3.96 $12.16 $24.32
Mid-grade $4.43 $13.60 $27.19
Premium $4.78 $14.67 $29.34
Diesel $5.62 $17.27 $34.53

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 · Apr 14, 2026

There is no time difference between Wheeling and Boaz. The current time is 19:09:29.

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.