How far is Wheeling, WV from Glenville, WV?
The driving distance from Wheeling, WV to Glenville, WV is about 116.3 miles (187.1 km), with a travel time of about 02h 40m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 78.3 miles (126 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 05h 21m 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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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 02h 40m.
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City in West Virginia, USA
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Wheeling and Glenville.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Wheeling and Glenville.
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Start on Chapline Street
146 m · 10 sec · Chapline Street
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Take the ramp straight
45.9 mi · 57 min
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Turn left onto Elizabeth Street
82 m · 4 sec · Elizabeth Street
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Turn right onto Chelsea Street
16.8 mi · 19 min · Chelsea Street
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Turn left onto High Street
13.8 mi · 21 min · High Street
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Continue on Main Street
5.2 mi · 8 min · Main Street
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Turn left onto South Spring Street
1.6 km · 1 min · South Spring Street
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Continue on Smithville Road
11.7 mi · 18 min · Smithville Road
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At the end of the road, turn left onto Staunton Turnpike
721 ft · 12 sec · Staunton Turnpike
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Continue on Staunton-Parkersburg Turnpike
5.2 mi · 8 min · Staunton-Parkersburg Turnpike
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Continue on Staunton-Parkersburg Turnpike
1.7 mi · 2 min · Staunton-Parkersburg Turnpike
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Continue on Staunton & Parkersburg Turnpike
2759 ft · 58 sec · Staunton & Parkersburg Turnpike
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Turn right onto Tanner Road
1.6 mi · 3 min · Tanner Road
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Continue on Bull Fork Road
3.4 mi · 6 min · Bull Fork Road
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Continue on Newberne Road
1.6 km · 2 min · Newberne Road
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Turn left onto Third Run Road
3 mi · 5 min · Third Run Road
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At the end of the road, turn left onto Little Kanawha Parkway
4.4 mi · 8 min · Little Kanawha Parkway
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Continue on West Main Street
1.6 km · 2 min · West Main Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · East Main Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Wheeling and Glenville.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
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.
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.
Sunny leaving Wheeling and Sunny near Glenville.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Wheeling to Glenville?
The road trip is about 116.3 miles (187.1 km) and usually takes 02h 40m 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?
Saint Marys is a useful midpoint, sitting about 58.2 miles from Wheeling and 58.2 miles from Glenville.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 78.3 miles (126 km), while the road route adds roughly 38 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 1:08 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $16.24 one way or $32.48 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 36.4 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Wheeling and Sunny near Glenville.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Wheeling and Glenville. Straight-line distance: 78.31 mi (126.02 km).
#1 Wheeling
City in West Virginia
| Population | 26,283 |
| Coordinates | 40.0639600, -80.7209100 |
| Altitude | 203 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Glenville
County seat in West Virginia
| Population | 1,410 |
| Coordinates | 38.9342600, -80.8376000 |
| Altitude | 221 |
| Country | United States |
End: Glenville (-80.8376, 38.93426)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 187 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 03h 52m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02h 54m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 19m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 56m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 39m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 27m |
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 | $16.24 | $32.48 |
| Mid-grade | $4.43 | $18.16 | $36.32 |
| Premium | $4.78 | $19.59 | $39.18 |
| Diesel | $5.62 | $23.06 | $46.12 |
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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