How far is Williamson, WV from Huntington, WV?
The driving distance from Williamson, WV to Huntington, WV is about 77.7 miles (125 km), with a travel time of about 01h 34m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 52.3 miles (84.1 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 03h 08m 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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Drive time stays fixed at 01h 34m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
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.
City in Wayne County, West Virginia, United States of America
Route Weather Snapshot
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Partly Sunny
Patchy Fog then Mostly Sunny
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Williamson and Huntington.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Williamson and Huntington.
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Start on Harvey Street
1194 ft · 19 sec · Harvey Street
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Turn right
1854 ft · 26 sec
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Continue straight
7.4 mi · 8 min
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Turn right
51 m · 3 sec
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Turn left
5 mi · 7 min
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Turn left
34.4 mi · 51 min
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Turn left
1.4 km · 1 min
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Turn left onto East Madison Street
1.2 km · 1 min · East Madison Street
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At the end of the road, turn right onto Old US Hwy 23
1.5 mi · 2 min · Old US Hwy 23
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Turn right
21.1 mi · 24 min
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Take the exit slight right
1312 ft · 32 sec
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Merge slight left
7 mi · 8 min
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Take the exit slight right toward US 52 North: West Huntington, Ironton
1.4 km · 2 min
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Take the exit slight right
735 ft · 19 sec
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Turn straight onto Adams Avenue
1.4 mi · 3 min · Adams Avenue
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Continue on 5th Avenue
1.1 km · 2 min · 5th Avenue
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Turn left onto 8th Street
12 m · 1 sec · 8th Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · 8th Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Williamson and Huntington.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
Longest stretch
Turn left
34.4 mi · 00h 51m
Route Summary
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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.
Partly Sunny leaving Williamson and Patchy Fog then Mostly Sunny near Huntington.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Williamson to Huntington?
The road trip is about 77.7 miles (125 km) and usually takes 01h 34m 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?
Fort Gay is a useful midpoint, sitting about 41 miles from Williamson and 36.7 miles from Huntington.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 52.3 miles (84.1 km), while the road route adds roughly 25.4 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 3:22 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $10.85 one way or $21.71 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 24.4 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Partly Sunny around Williamson and Patchy Fog then Mostly Sunny near Huntington.
Stop Ideas Near Fort Gay
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 Fort Gay.
Huntington
Ashland Transportation Center
South Portsmouth–South Shore station
Charleston
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Williamson and Huntington. Straight-line distance: 52.28 mi (84.13 km).
#1 Williamson
County seat of Mingo County, West Virginia, United States
| Population | 2,616 |
| Coordinates | 37.6742700, -82.2773600 |
| Altitude | 200 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Huntington
The second-most populous city in West Virginia.
| Population | 44,934 |
| Coordinates | 38.4192500, -82.4451500 |
| Altitude | 173 |
| Country | United States |
End: 8th Street (-82.445238, 38.419235)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 125 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 02h 35m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 56m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 33m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 17m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 06m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 58m |
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 | $10.85 | $21.71 |
| Mid-grade | $4.43 | $12.14 | $24.27 |
| Premium | $4.78 | $13.09 | $26.18 |
| Diesel | $5.62 | $15.41 | $30.82 |
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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