Origin
Belle, WV
Afternoon in Belle on Tuesday
Local time
4:34 PM
EDT
Current temp
84°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Belle, WV to Morgantown, WV
Data updated 0 seconds ago
Drive Time
2h 37m
Distance
167.2 mi
269 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$26
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
2h 27m
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6 AM
2h 37m
8 AM
2h 58m
10 AM
2h 45m
12 PM
2h 42m
3 PM
2h 46m
5 PM
2h 57m
8 PM
2h 31m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Belle, WV
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Morgantown, WV
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Trip Overview
If you are planning a trip from Belle to Morgantown, expect a journey spanning 167.2 miles that typically takes about 2 hours and 37 minutes to complete. This drive functions perfectly as a single-day excursion, meaning you won't need to worry about booking an overnight stay. Budgeting approximately $27 for fuel will cover your transit costs as you navigate from the southeastern part of West Virginia toward your destination. Since you will be utilizing local roads like US 60, West Dupont Avenue, and Simmons Creek Road, you should prepare for a slower, more deliberate pace compared to an interstate route. It is a straightforward trip that rewards drivers who prefer staying off the major highways.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
83.6 miles from Belle, WV
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 18m into the drive .
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Drive Character
Expect a turn-heavy local drive that demands your full attention behind the wheel. Because this route involves zero highway driving, you will spend the entire 167.2-mile journey navigating smaller, winding roads rather than cruising at high speeds. The experience is best described as a series of constant adjustments, making it a more technical drive than a standard interstate commute. You will not encounter any long, uninterrupted stretches, so be prepared for a drive that changes constantly as you transition through various local road segments. This is a hands-on driving experience that keeps you engaged with the road throughout the entire duration.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 18 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
US 60 is one of the defining roads on this drive.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. Navigation is very simple — set it and forget it for most of the drive.
Route Complexity
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
The drive from Belle, WV to Morgantown, WV is easy. At 2h 37m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Belle, WV to Morgantown, WV is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| US 60 | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| West Dupont Avenue | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Simmons Creek Road | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| I 77 North | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Senator Jennings Randolph Highway | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| I 68 East | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| US 119 | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Grafton Road | Unavailable | Refreshing |
Per-road distance and duration are being refreshed from OSRM for this route.
Longest stretch:
US 60
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Belle, WV and Morgantown, WV.
1
Start on Old US 60
0.3 mi
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1 min
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Old US 60
2
Continue on West Dupont Avenue
0.7 mi
·
1 min
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West Dupont Avenue
3
Turn right onto Simmons Creek Road
0.2 mi
·
25 sec
·
Simmons Creek Road
4
Turn straight
5.5 mi
·
7 min
5
Take the ramp straight
5.0 mi
·
6 min
6
Keep slight right to continue on I 77 North: Parkersburg
1.9 mi
·
2 min
·
I 77 North: Parkersburg
7
Keep slight right to continue on Senator Jennings Randolph Highway
148 mi
·
2 hr 38 min
·
Senator Jennings Randolph Highway
8
Take the exit slight right toward I 68 East: Cumberland
0.3 mi
·
43 sec
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I 68 East: Cumberland
9
Continue straight
0.7 mi
·
45 sec
10
Take the exit slight right toward US 119: Downtown
0.3 mi
·
46 sec
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US 119: Downtown
11
Keep slight left
105 ft
·
5 sec
12
Turn left onto Grafton Road
2.2 mi
·
3 min
·
Grafton Road
13
Continue on University Avenue
1.5 mi
·
2 min
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University Avenue
14
Turn right onto Kirk Street
0.2 mi
·
32 sec
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Kirk Street
15
Continue on Spruce Street
0.2 mi
·
34 sec
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Spruce Street
16
Turn left onto Walnut Street
299 ft
·
12 sec
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Walnut Street
17
Turn left onto High Street
62 ft
·
2 sec
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High Street
18
Arrive at your destination
Trip Plan
Given the turn-heavy nature of this 2-hour and 37-minute route, it is best to depart during daylight hours to ensure you have maximum visibility on the local roads. Since you only have one scheduled stop, plan your break strategically to maximize your comfort during the drive. Keep in mind that your $27 fuel budget is an estimate, so it is wise to top off your tank before leaving Belle to avoid searching for stations along the more rural stretches. Because you are staying entirely on local routes like US 60 and Simmons Creek Road, be patient with lower speed limits and potential traffic fluctuations. Flexibility is your best asset here, so don't feel pressured to rush through the winding sections of the drive.
Morning Departure
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch.
Evening Departure
Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 83.6 miles from Belle, WV, or about 1h 18m into the drive.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
Departure
Before you leave
Start with fuel, water, and navigation already sorted so the first hour feels easy.
First stop
Around 80 miles or 1h 15m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 83.6 miles or 1h 18m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 2h 8m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Morgantown, WV than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Belle, WV so your first major turns are already loaded.
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Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
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Check your fuel range against the first long segment, especially if you are starting outside city service areas.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Belle, WV
This is one driving day of about 167.2 miles and 2h 37m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Belle, WV.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Plan about 1 real break rather than only quick fuel stops.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 83.6 mi from Belle, WV · 1h 18m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
84 mi into the route
Best for: Lunch, fuel, and a longer reset
This sits close to the middle of the route, so it works well for the longest stop of the day.
Pacing Suggestions
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 83.6 miles from Belle, WV, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Morgantown, WV
The final approach into Morgantown, WV usually feels slower than the middle of the drive, so avoid planning your tightest schedule at the very end.
Try to arrive with enough fuel left to skip an immediate station stop unless you already know the area around Morgantown, WV.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$26.15 one way
$52.29 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
59 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.34 | $28.59 | $57.18 |
| premium | $4.70 | $30.95 | $61.89 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $36.92 | $73.83 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$26
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$51–$76
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 58.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $18 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 50.2 | 0 | $17.56 | $8.03 |
| Efficient EV | 41.8 | 0 | $14.63 | $6.69 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 66.9 | 0 | $23.41 | $10.70 |
Gas CO2
59 kg
EV CO2
20 kg (66% less)
This trip is well within single-charge range for most EVs. No charging stops needed if you start fully charged.
DC fast charging avg $0.35/kWh. Home charging avg $0.16/kWh. US grid CO2: 0.39 kg/kWh.
Travel Intel
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Destination
Morgantown, WV
Afternoon in Morgantown on Tuesday
Local time
4:34 PM
EDT
Current temp
38°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
74°F
Newtown, PA
84 mi in
Seasonal Notes
Summer travel usually means heavier construction, hotter rest stops, and busier weekend traffic around major cities.
Winter travel shortens daylight, so a route that looks manageable on paper can feel much longer after dark.
Holiday weekends tend to make both departure and arrival windows slower than the raw route time suggests.
Time zone
Same local time
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
46 degrees cooler at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
2h 37m on the road
Use the two city cards together: check the sky where you start, then compare it with the local time and temperature at arrival.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Belle, WV to Morgantown, WV covers 167.2 miles and takes about 2h 37m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are US 60, West Dupont Avenue, Simmons Creek Road. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 83.6 miles from Belle, WV. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $26.15 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch. Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
Plan about 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, or rest. A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
The drive from Belle, WV to Morgantown, WV is easy. At 2h 37m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Belle, WV to Morgantown, WV is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Belle, WV to Morgantown, WV does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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