How far is Williamstown, WV from Clarksburg, WV?
The driving distance from Williamstown, WV to Clarksburg, WV is about 79.5 miles (128 km), with a travel time of about 01h 33m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 59.5 miles (95.8 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 03h 06m 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 33m.
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Halfway Point
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Town in West Virginia, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Williamstown and Clarksburg.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Williamstown and Clarksburg.
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Start on East 5th Street
17 m · 10 sec · East 5th Street
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Turn left onto Highland Avenue
1.5 km · 1 min · Highland Avenue
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward the route
50 m · 3 sec
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Exit the roundabout
80 m · 5 sec
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Take the ramp straight toward I 77: Parkersburg
1087 ft · 27 sec
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Merge slight left
8.9 mi · 10 min
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Take the exit slight right toward US 50: Downtown Parkersburg
1937 ft · 49 sec
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Turn left onto Corridor D
68.7 mi · 1 hr 20 min · Corridor D
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Take the exit slight right toward Chestnut Street
567 ft · 14 sec
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Turn slight right onto North Chestnut Street
1360 ft · 42 sec · North Chestnut Street
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Turn left onto West Main Street
19 m · 1 sec · West Main Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · West Main Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Williamstown and Clarksburg.
Interchange-aware route
The drive includes several ramps, exits, or merges, so checking the next few maneuvers before busy interchanges is useful.
Corridor D
Turn left onto Corridor D
68.7 mi · 01h 20m
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.
Mostly Sunny then Showers And Thunderstorms Likely leaving Williamstown and Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Clarksburg.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Williamstown to Clarksburg?
The road trip is about 79.5 miles (128 km) and usually takes 01h 33m 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?
Ellenboro is a useful midpoint, sitting about 39.7 miles from Williamstown and 39.8 miles from Clarksburg.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 59.5 miles (95.8 km), while the road route adds roughly 20 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 3:24 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $11.98 one way or $23.96 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 25 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny then Showers And Thunderstorms Likely around Williamstown and Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Clarksburg.
Stop Ideas Near Ellenboro
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 Ellenboro.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Williamstown and Clarksburg. Straight-line distance: 59.55 mi (95.84 km).
#1 Williamstown
City in Wood County, West Virginia, United States of America
| Population | 2,860 |
| Coordinates | 39.4006300, -81.4481800 |
| Altitude | 193 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Clarksburg
City in West Virginia, United States
| Population | 15,424 |
| Coordinates | 39.2806500, -80.3445300 |
| Altitude | 303 |
| Country | United States |
End: Clarksburg (-80.34453, 39.28065)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 128 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 02h 39m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 59m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 35m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 19m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 08m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 59m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $4.26 | $11.98 | $23.96 |
| Mid-grade | $4.70 | $13.22 | $26.44 |
| Premium | $5.15 | $14.47 | $28.94 |
| Diesel | $6.39 | $17.96 | $35.92 |
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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