How far is Wheeling, WV from Stanaford, WV?
The driving distance from Wheeling, WV to Stanaford, WV is about 219.8 miles (353.7 km), with a travel time of about 04h 18m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 157 miles (252.7 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 08h 37m 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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This drive is better planned with a longer stop or an overnight stay.
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Halfway Point
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Wheeling and Stanaford.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Wheeling and Stanaford.
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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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Continue on 3rd Street
11.7 mi · 13 min · 3rd Street
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Continue on Emerson Avenue
5.1 mi · 6 min · Emerson Avenue
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Take the exit right
76.6 mi · 1 hr 22 min
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Continue straight
56 mi · 1 hr 7 min
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Take the exit slight right toward US 19: North Beckley, Summersville
1.7 mi · 3 min
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Take the exit slight right toward US 19 South, WV 16: Bradley, North Beckley
1879 ft · 46 sec
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Turn right onto Robert C. Byrd Drive
3 mi · 5 min · Robert C. Byrd Drive
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Turn left onto Joe L. Smith Drive
2178 ft · 47 sec · Joe L. Smith Drive
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Turn left onto Ragland Road
1.5 mi · 4 min · Ragland Road
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At the end of the road, turn left onto Stanaford Road
2267 ft · 45 sec · Stanaford Road
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Turn slight right onto Hoist Road
26 m · 4 sec · Hoist Road
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Hoist Road
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Wheeling and Stanaford.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
Emerson Avenue
Take the exit right
76.6 mi · 01h 22m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
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.
Sunny leaving Wheeling and Slight Chance Rain Showers near Stanaford.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Wheeling to Stanaford?
The road trip is about 219.8 miles (353.7 km) and usually takes 04h 18m 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?
Ravenswood is a useful midpoint, sitting about 109.9 miles from Wheeling and 109.9 miles from Stanaford.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 157 miles (252.7 km), while the road route adds roughly 62.8 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 8:22 AM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $30.74 one way or $61.47 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 69 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Wheeling and Slight Chance Rain Showers near Stanaford.
Stop Ideas Near Ravenswood
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 Ravenswood.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Wheeling and Stanaford. Straight-line distance: 157.05 mi (252.74 km).
#1 Wheeling
City in West Virginia
| Population | 26,283 |
| Coordinates | 40.0639600, -80.7209100 |
| Altitude | 203 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Stanaford
Census-designated place (CDP) and coal town in Raleigh County, West Virginia, United States
| Population | 1,350 |
| Coordinates | 37.8159500, -81.1523200 |
| Altitude | 734 |
| Country | United States |
End: Stanaford (-81.15232, 37.81595)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 354 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 07h 19m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 05h 29m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 04h 23m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 03h 39m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 03h 08m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 02h 44m |
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 | $30.74 | $61.47 |
| Mid-grade | $4.43 | $34.37 | $68.74 |
| Premium | $4.78 | $37.08 | $74.15 |
| Diesel | $5.62 | $43.64 | $87.28 |
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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