Bluefield
in Mercer County of West Virginia, United States

Noteable things around
Location Summary
Decimal Coordinates (Latitude, Longitude):
37.270 and -81.222 (Lat./Lng.)
Coordinates by Time:
N 37° 16' 11" and W -81° 13' 20"
Currency and Currency Code:
Dollar - USD
Spoken languages:
English, Spanish, French
Local electricity:
230 V - 50 Hz (plugs: G)
Mobile phone / cellular frequencies (MHz):
900 MHz, 1800 MHz, 3G, 4G
Local Time: 12:36 AM (Friday)
Timezone: America/New_York
UTC/GMT offset: -10 hours
Sunrise and Sunset:
6:26 am and 8:17 pm
Antipode Coordinates:
-34.226 and 115.057 (Lat./Lng.)
Closest place to antipode coordinates:
Hamelin Bay
References
This place on Wikipedia
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Current travel safety evaluation for United States in Northern America

Safety Score: 2,7 of 5.0 based on data from 9 authorites. Meaning we advice caution when travelling to United States.

Travel warnings are updated daily. Source: Travel Warning United States. Last Update: 2024-05-02 08:23:34

Discover Bluefield

Bluefield in Mercer County (West Virginia) with it's 10,323 citizens is a city in United States about 254 mi (or 408 km) south-west of Washington DC, the country's capital city.

Local time in Bluefield is now 12:36 AM (Friday). The local timezone is named America / New York with an UTC offset of -4 hours. We know of 9 airports in the vicinity of Bluefield, of which 5 are larger airports. The closest airport in United States is Mercer County Airport in a distance of 2 mi (or 3 km), North-East. Besides the airports, there are other travel options available (check left side).

There is one Unesco world heritage site nearby. It's Great Smoky Mountains National Park in a distance of 138 mi (or 222 km), South-West. Also, if you like golfing, there are a few options in driving distance. Looking for a place to stay? we compiled a list of available hotels close to the map centre further down the page.

When in this area, you might want to pay a visit to some of the following locations: Princeton, Bland, Tazewell, Wytheville and Welch. To further explore this place, just scroll down and browse the available info.

Local weather forecast

Todays Local Weather Conditions & Forecast: 25°C / 77 °F

Morning Temperature 14°C / 58 °F
Evening Temperature 18°C / 64 °F
Night Temperature 16°C / 61 °F
Chance of rainfall 0%
Air Humidity 40%
Air Pressure 1015 hPa
Wind Speed Light breeze with 5 km/h (3 mph) from North
Cloud Conditions Overcast clouds, covering 100% of sky
General Conditions Light rain

Friday, 3rd of May 2024

17°C (63 °F)
15°C (59 °F)
Moderate rain, gentle breeze, overcast clouds.

Saturday, 4th of May 2024

26°C (78 °F)
15°C (59 °F)
Light rain, gentle breeze, few clouds.

Sunday, 5th of May 2024

19°C (67 °F)
15°C (59 °F)
Moderate rain, light breeze, overcast clouds.

Hotels and Places to Stay

Econo Lodge Near Bluefield College

Address
1,7 mi
3400 East Cumberland Rd.
24701 Bluefield
United States

Time Information

Checkout: 11:00 - Checkin: 15:00
Reception
Weekday: -
Weekend: closed


Economy Inn

Address
1,6 mi
3206 East Cumberland Road
24701 Bluefield
United States

Time Information

Checkout: - Checkin:
Reception
Weekday: -
Weekend: closed


KNIGHTS INN BLUEFIELD

Address
1,5 mi
3144 EAST CUMBERLAND RD I-77 EXIT #1 & RT 52 NORTH
24701 Bluefield
United States

Time Information

Checkout: 11:00 - Checkin: 14:00
Reception
Weekday: -
Weekend: closed


Quality Hotel and Conference Center

Address
2,0 mi
3350 Big Laurel Highway,
24701 Bluefield
United States

Time Information

Checkout: 11:00 - Checkin: 16:00
Reception
Weekday: -
Weekend: closed


Videos from this area

These are videos related to the place based on their proximity to this place.

Winter Warmer 2012 Bluefield West Virginia.wmv

Published: February 18, 2012
Length: 02:03 min
Rating: 5 of 5
Author: bluefieldview

The Bluefield Beautification Commission in Mercer County West Virginia held their 1st annual West Virginia Winter Warmer Festival. The event took place at the Cole Harley Davidson Garages...


Bluefield Amtrak Excursion

Published: April 24, 2010
Length: 50:59 min
Rating: 5 of 5
Author: str33tfir3

A sight not seen in many years came to be on November 7, 2009 as Amtrak units made their way from Roanoke, VA to Bluefield, WV and back. This train was a special excursion that was sponsored...


Bluefield WV Rt. 52, Bluefield Ave Snow 02-17-10

Published: February 18, 2010
Length: 04:11 min
Rating: 5 of 5
Author: bluefieldview

The snow has been relentless and here is the video of downtown Bluefield for 02-17-10.


1920's Chicago/Short film shots from downtown Bluefield West Virginia.

Published: July 17, 2010
Length: 04:58 min
Rating: 5 of 5
Author: Terry Rowe

Witness some scenes from a short film shoot in downtown Bluefield West Virginia on 07-17-10. Director Mark Warner. This is a short video of the days experience.


Opening soon tHE OLD RAMSEY SCHOOL BAR AND COFFEE HOUSE' Bluefield West Virginia

Published: October 20, 2009
Length: 57:31 min
Rating: 5 of 5
Author: bluefieldview

The Newly Renovated and created Old Ramsey School Bar and Coffee House will probably be finished by the last day of this Month. This film was made 10-19-09. Thus it will open soon. The next...


Crying Wolf Challenge Bluefield Scenes

Published: May 17, 2010
Length: 45:39 min
Rating: 0 of 5
Author: bluefieldview

Fun scenes of the actual race in Bluefield West Virginia on May 16, 2010. Enjoy the rough trails as you watch from a spectators view point.


Pedro Frazillio Goal : Bluefield College x Virginia Intermont College

Published: May 01, 2012
Length: 19:54 min
Rating: 5 of 5
Author: Pedro Frazillio

Pedro Frazillio #10 scores a upper 90 hit for Bluefield College against Virginia Intermont College.


Plumber Bluefield WV | 304-935-5154 | Plumbing Services West Virginia

Published: March 16, 2015
Length: 14:06 min
Rating: 0 of 5
Author: Judith Jones

Plumber South Charleston WV | 304-935-5154 | Plumbing Services West Virginia Looking for the Best Plumber in West Virginia? We offer a complete plumbing service for new installations, repairs,...


11-07-10 Amtrak Excursion Leaves Bluefield WV.

Published: November 07, 2010
Length: 29:22 min
Rating: 0 of 5
Author: bluefieldview

Amtrak trains are amazing. This is a video from a bridge in Bluefield WV as the Amtrak train leaves on 11-07-10.


Bramwell WV Snow 02-17-10

Published: February 18, 2010
Length: 51:39 min
Rating: 5 of 5
Author: bluefieldview

Bramwell West Virginia after the snow. 02-17-10, a nice country drive.


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Attractions and noteworthy things

Distances are based on the centre of the city/town and sightseeing location. This list contains brief abstracts about monuments, holiday activities, national parcs, museums, organisations and more from the area as well as interesting facts about the region itself. Where available, you'll find the corresponding homepage. Otherwise the related wikipedia article.

Bluefield, West Virginia

Bluefield is a city in Mercer County, West Virginia, United States. The population was 10,447 at the 2010 census. It is the core city of the Bluefield WV-VA micropolitan area, which has a population of 107,342.

Located at 37.2622, -81.2186 (Lat. / Lng.), about 1 miles away.
Wikipedia Article, Homepage
Cities in West Virginia, Populated places in Mercer County, West Virginia, Bluefield micropolitan area, Twin cities

Bluefield College

Bluefield College is a small, Christian liberal arts college in Bluefield, Virginia, United States, in Tazewell County. It offers 22 majors, and is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools. The 82-acre campus is about 150 ft from the state line between Virginia and West Virginia.

Located at 37.2395, -81.252 (Lat. / Lng.), about 3 miles away.
Wikipedia Article, Homepage
Bluefield College, Universities and colleges affiliated with the Southern Baptist Convention, Universities and colleges in Virginia, Educational institutions established in 1922, Council of Independent Colleges, Universities and colleges accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools, Education in Tazewell County, Virginia, Baptists in Virginia, Buildings and structures in Tazewell County, Virginia

Bowen Field

Bowen Field is a stadium in Bluefield, Virginia, United States. Primarily used for baseball, it is the home field of the Bluefield Blue Jays minor league baseball team, and of the Bluefield College baseball team. It was built in 1939 and holds 3,000 people. It is one of the few professional baseball venues that does not sell beer. The stadium is located in the city park of Bluefield, West Virginia, and is operated by the West Virginia city.

Located at 37.2494, -81.2464 (Lat. / Lng.), about 2 miles away.
Wikipedia Article
Minor league baseball venues, Baseball venues in West Virginia, Baseball venues in Virginia, Visitor attractions in Mercer County, West Virginia, Buildings and structures in Tazewell County, Virginia, College baseball venues in the United States, Buildings and structures completed in 1939

WHIS

WHIS is a Talk formatted broadcast radio station licensed to Bluefield, West Virginia, serving Bluefield in West Virginia and Bluefield in Virginia. WHIS is owned and operated by Triad Broadcasting Company, LLC.

Located at 37.2758, -81.2517 (Lat. / Lng.), about 2 miles away.
Wikipedia Article, Homepage
Radio stations in West Virginia, Radio stations established in 1929, Talk radio stations in the United States

WHAJ

WHAJ is a Hot Adult Contemporary formatted broadcast radio station licensed to Bluefield, West Virginia, serving Southern West Virginia and Southwestern Virginia. WHAJ is owned and operated by Triad Broadcasting Company, LLC.

Located at 37.2514, -81.1889 (Lat. / Lng.), about 2 miles away.
Wikipedia Article, Homepage
Radio stations established in 1963, Radio stations in West Virginia, Hot adult contemporary radio stations in the United States

WHKX

WHKX (106.3 FM, "Kicks Country") is a radio station licensed to serve Bluefield, Virginia, USA. The station is owned and operated by Triad Broadcasting Company, LLC. WHKX broadcasts a country music format serving Bluefield, Tazewell, and Bland in Virginia and Bluefield and Princeton in West Virginia. The station operates in conjunction with sister station WHQX as "Kicks Country". The station was assigned the WHKX call sign by the Federal Communications Commission on May 30, 1997.

Located at 37.2514, -81.1889 (Lat. / Lng.), about 2 miles away.
Wikipedia Article, Homepage
Radio stations established in 1970, Country radio stations in the United States, Radio stations in Virginia

WKEZ (AM)

WKEZ is a Classic Country formatted broadcast radio station licensed to Bluefield, West Virginia, serving Bluefield, West Virginia and Bluefield, Virginia. WKEZ is owned and operated by Triad Broadcasting Company, LLC.

Located at 37.2658, -81.1889 (Lat. / Lng.), about 2 miles away.
Wikipedia Article, Homepage
Radio stations established in 1948, Radio stations in West Virginia

WKOY-FM

WKOY-FM is an American classic rock formatted broadcast radio station licensed to Princeton, West Virginia, serving Princeton, West Virginia, Bluefield, Virginia and Bluefield, West Virginia. WKOY-FM is owned and operated by Triad Broadcasting Company, LLC

Located at 37.2514, -81.1889 (Lat. / Lng.), about 2 miles away.
Wikipedia Article, Homepage
Radio stations in West Virginia, Virginia Tech Radio Network, Classic rock radio stations in the United States


This place is known by different names. Here the ones we know:
Beaver Pond Spring, Beaver Pond Springs, بلوفيلد, Блуфийлд, Bluefield, بلوفیلد، ویرجینیای غربی, BLF, ブルーフィールド, Блуфилд