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Bluefield, West Virginia

Bluefield is a city in Mercer County, West Virginia, United States. Its population was 9,658 at the 2020 census.

Type CityPopulation 9,658

Why go

  • City in West Virginia, United States.
  • Served by Mercer County Airport (BLF).

History

Bluefield is a city in Mercer County, West Virginia, United States. Its population was 9,658 at the 2020 census. It is the principal city of the Bluefield micropolitan area extending into Virginia, which had a population of 106,363 in 2020. The city is home to Bluefield State University, a public, historically black university serving nearly 1,300 students.

Airports

Mercer County Airport (BLF) 2.2 mi to the centre
Bluefield, WV, US — Indoor waiting areas, but some gates board by bus or on foot across the apron — plan for the weather on the day.
Indoor | Outdoor
Mountain Empire Airport 27 mi to the centre
Rural Retreat, VA, US
Outdoor
Twin County Airport 41 mi to the centre
Hillsville, VA, US
Outdoor
Burkes Garden Airport 14 mi to the centre
Tazewell, VA, US
Outdoor

Where things are

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When to go

Tourist season
May – September

The warmer, longer-day half of the year is the safest bet for a first visit.

Shoulder season
April, October

Cooler and quieter, with fewer visitors and better value.

Worth avoiding
Deep winter

Short days and the coldest weather — check local conditions before travelling.

Getting there & around

Getting there. The nearest airport on record is Mercer County Airport (BLF); 3 other airports serve the wider area. Check rail and road links from the tourism sources below.

Getting around. Use the map above to orient yourself; nearby hotels, attractions and places to eat are listed from the live Ultimate data for Bluefield, West Virginia. Local transit details will be added as the guide is expanded.

Local transit

Public transit · Schedules & GTFS data
Public transit · Schedules & GTFS data

Trains & rail

National rail

Coaches & shuttles

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