Getting Around Fairmont: Winding mountain roads and easy commutes
Commutes, congestion, transit, and parking: what getting around Fairmont really takes.
Hannah, Our Local Expert Guiding Your Move
Hannah is a born and raised West Virginian who briefly tested life across state lines before realizing the pull of the hills is undefeated. She has lived in both northern and south central West Virginia, moved more times than she can count during college, and knows Charleston well enough to give directions using landmarks instead of street names. She writes fiction, spins yarn into sweaters, drinks Charleston coffee like its a personality trait, and somehow keeps four pets fed. Editing West Virginia guides comes naturally when you know the people shine... even when the sun does not.
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How Do You Get Around Fairmont?
Commutes, congestion, transit, and parking: the daily logistics nobody puts on the listing.
The time I spend getting to/from work every day is
Roughly 20 minutes by car, unless I'm unlucky enough to hit red lights
Traffic congestion areas to avoid
Anywhere on I-79 when construction is happening
Ability to get around without a car
It's technically possible if you enjoy uphill walks and explaining why you're late, and there is a local bus system, but otherwise it's not a super walkable place
Locals dream of driving around in a
Lifted F-250 with a WVU decal covering the rear window or a brand new Jeep for off-roading weekends
The reality is that most locals drive
A sensible Subaru with mystery dents from parking at Kroger, hand-me-down Toyota Corollas
Quirky local driving habit
Waving in other cars who need to merge (it is the friendly city after all!)
The likelihood of finding parking
It's actually pretty easy, unless there's a big high school football game happening
#1 driving tip you should know
Learn how to navigate by landmarks because street signs are suggestions, and this is how real locals get around
Where I Go for a Quiet Escape
Coffee is my go-to for relaxing and having time to myself. This is why I like to go to local coffee shops. In Fairmont, I suggest checking out Stone Tower Brews, where you can get some of the best coffee in WV. As a bonus, their food is great, too.
— Hannah Wyatt
West Virginia Local Expert
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