How far is Wheeling, WV from Mineral Wells, WV?

The driving distance from Wheeling, WV to Mineral Wells, WV is about 90.1 miles (145 km), with a travel time of about 01h 47m by car.

  • The straight-line flight distance is about 74.2 miles (119.4 km).
  • For a round trip, plan for roughly 03h 34m 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
90.08 mi
01h 47m
Flight
74.2 mi
119.42 km direct

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

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Flight Distance

Direct air line
74.2 mi
Kilometers
119.42 km
Flight Time
00h 08m

Driving Distance

Road route
90.08 mi
Kilometers
144.97 km
Drive Time
01h 47m

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Drive time stays fixed at 01h 47m.

Arrival Snapshot
Arrive in Mineral Wells
Sun, May 31, 8:12 AM EDT
Return by in Wheeling
Sun, May 31, 9:59 AM EDT
Useful when you're deciding between a quick errand, a day trip, or a longer stop.
Leave Wheeling
2026-05-31T06:25
Arrive Mineral Wells
Sun, May 31, 8:12 AM EDT
Route Timing
01h 47m
One way by road
Best Departure Window
8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EDT
Aim for a morning departure
Arrive between
9:47 AM to 11:47 AM EDT

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

Leave by
2:56 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
Sistersville
WV

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

From Wheeling
45 mi
00h 53m
To Mineral Wells
45 mi
00h 53m

Route Weather Snapshot

Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.

Origin
75°F
Sunday

Sunny

Starts
Sun, May 31 6:00 AM EDT
Wind
0 to 6 mph NE
Destination
77°F
Sunday

Sunny

Starts
Sun, May 31 6:00 AM EDT
Wind
5 mph NE

Driving Route Map

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

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Wheeling and Mineral Wells.

  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

    5.1 mi · 6 min · Emerson Avenue

  7. 7

    Take the exit right

    9.9 mi · 11 min

  8. 8

    Take the exit slight right toward WV 14: Mineral Wells

    1857 ft · 27 sec

  9. 9

    Turn right onto Old 21

    152 m · 13 sec · Old 21

  10. 10

    Continue on Old 21

    7 m · 1 sec · Old 21

  11. 11

    Arrive at your destination

    0 m · 1 sec · Old 21

Car Route Details

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

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
11 steps
3 turns on the saved route
Ramps & Exits
3
0 merges, 3 ramps or exits
Navigation Density
12.2 / 100 mi
Decision points by distance
Main Roads
Chapline Street
46 mi · 51%
Chelsea Street
16.8 mi · 19%
Emerson Avenue
15 mi · 17%
3rd Street
11.7 mi · 13%
WV 14
0.35 mi
Old 21
0.1 mi
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 47m
Day trip friendly
Same-Day Return
03h 34m
Round-trip wheel time
Road vs Air
+15.9 mi
74.2 mi direct line
Halfway Stop
Sistersville
00h 53m from Wheeling
Leave By
2:56 PM EDT
Morning start is best
Weather Watch

Sunny leaving Wheeling and Sunny near Mineral Wells.

Trip Questions

Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.

How long does it take to drive from Wheeling to Mineral Wells?

The road trip is about 90.1 miles (145 km) and usually takes 01h 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?

Sistersville is a useful midpoint, sitting about 45 miles from Wheeling and 45 miles from Mineral Wells.

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

The direct path is about 74.2 miles (119.4 km), while the road route adds roughly 15.9 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 2:56 PM EDT.

How much will gas cost for this route?

Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $12.60 one way or $25.19 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 28.3 kg one way.

What should you check before leaving?

Before you leave, expect Sunny around Wheeling and Sunny near Mineral Wells.

Flight Path Map

This map shows the direct air route between Wheeling and Mineral Wells. Straight-line distance: 74.2 mi (119.42 km).

Wheeling

#1 Wheeling

City in West Virginia

Population26,283
Coordinates40.0639600, -80.7209100
Altitude203
CountryUnited States
Mineral Wells

#2 Mineral Wells

Census-designated place in Wood County, West Virginia

Population1,950
Coordinates39.1903500, -81.5320700
Altitude202
CountryUnited States
Start: Wheeling (-80.72091, 40.06396)
End: Mineral Wells (-81.53207, 39.19035)

Estimated Travel Time

Distance: 145 km by road

SpeedTime
30 mph (48.3 km/h)03h 00m
40 mph (64.37 km/h)02h 15m
50 mph (80.47 km/h)01h 48m
60 mph (96.56 km/h)01h 30m
70 mph (112.65 km/h)01h 17m
80 mph (129 km/h)01h 07m

Fuel, Round Trip and CO2

Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.

One-way fuel
3.18 gal
12.03 L · about $12.60
Round trip
$25.19
6.36 gal · 24.06 L
Estimated CO2
28.3 kg one way
Round trip: 56.5 kg / 125 lb CO2, using regular gasoline.
Fuel$/galOne wayRound trip
Regular gas $3.96 $12.60 $25.19
Mid-grade $4.43 $14.08 $28.17
Premium $4.78 $15.19 $30.39
Diesel $5.62 $17.88 $35.77

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 31, 2026

There is no time difference between Wheeling and Mineral Wells. The current time is 06:25:39.

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.