Origin
Bluewell, WV
Evening in Bluewell on Tuesday
Local time
7:00 PM
EDT
Current temp
73°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Bluewell, WV to Morgantown, WV
Data updated 0 seconds ago
Drive Time
4h 17m
Distance
217.4 mi
350 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$34
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
4h 4m
★
6 AM
4h 17m
8 AM
4h 44m
10 AM
4h 27m
12 PM
4h 24m
3 PM
4h 28m
5 PM
4h 42m
8 PM
4h 9m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Morgantown, WV
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Trip Overview
The drive from Bluewell, WV to Morgantown, WV covers 217.4 miles and takes about 4h 17m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on Senator Jennings Randolph Highway, US 19, West Virginia Turnpike for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is mixed drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 90.3 miles on Senator Jennings Randolph Highway. At current regular gas prices, budget about $34.00 one way before food or hotel costs.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is possible, but it will make for a full day on the road.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
Midpoint
108.7 miles from Bluewell, WV
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 14m into the drive .
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Drive Character
The drive from Bluewell, WV to Morgantown, WV covers 217.4 miles and takes about 4h 17m, using a mix of highways and local roads.
Expect a mix of faster highway mileage and slower local approaches near the beginning or end.
There are about 26 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Senator Jennings Randolph Highway is the longest continuous segment at about 90.3 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. You will hit about 17 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 14.4 miles in near I 77 / West Virginia Turnpike.
Route Complexity
6/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 217.4 miles you will encounter 17 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 14.4 miles (I 77 / West Virginia Turnpike): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 52.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 121.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 17 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
14.4 mi into trip
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~24m in
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I 77 / West Virginia Turnpike
Merge onto I 77 / West Virginia Turnpike
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
52.3 mi into trip
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~1h 5m in
Take the exit toward US 19: North Beckley, Summersville
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 48
Toward US 19: North Beckley, Summersville
7
121.2 mi into trip
|
~2h 29m in
Take the exit toward I 79, US 19 North: Clarksburg
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward I 79, US 19 North: Clarksburg
5
213.2 mi into trip
|
~4h 9m in
Keep slight left at fork
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
5
217.3 mi into trip
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~4h 17m in
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WV 7 / Walnut Street
Turn left onto WV 7 / Walnut Street
Navigation decision point
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
On the drive from Bluewell, WV to Morgantown, WV, road signs begin pointing toward Summersville along the way.
Summersville
52.3 mi in
|
~1h 5m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Senator Jennings Randolph Highway | 90.3 mi | 1h 37m |
| US 19 | 66.8 mi | 1h 21m |
| West Virginia Turnpike | 37.9 mi | 41m |
| New Hope Road | 9.5 mi | 16m |
| Big Laurel Highway | 2.9 mi | 3m |
| Grafton Road | 2.2 mi | 3m |
| University Avenue | 1.5 mi | 2m |
| I 68 | 0.7 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Senator Jennings Randolph Highway
— 90.3 mi, about 1h 37m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Bluewell, WV and Morgantown, WV.
1
Start on CR 20/8
107 ft
·
5 sec
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Old Wv 20
2
Turn right onto US 52
0.1 mi
·
16 sec
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US 52
3
Turn right onto WV 20
9.5 mi
·
16 min
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New Hope Road
4
Turn right onto WV 104
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Morrison Drive
5
At end of road, turn left onto US 19; WV 104
416 ft
·
9 sec
·
Bluefield Road
6
Turn right onto WV 104
0.4 mi
·
40 sec
·
Stafford Drive
7
Turn right onto CR 27
0.2 mi
·
30 sec
·
Ingleside Road
8
Continue on CR 27
372 ft
·
9 sec
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Princeton-Ingleside Road
9
Turn sharp left onto US 460
2.9 mi
·
3 min
·
Big Laurel Highway
10
Turn left
0.4 mi
·
53 sec
11
Merge onto I 77
38 mi
·
41 min
·
West Virginia Turnpike
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
12
Take the exit
2.1 mi
·
2 min
Exit 48
Toward US 19: North Beckley, Summersville
Use the slight right lane.
13
Continue on US 19
67 mi
·
1 hr 21 min
·
US 19
Use the straight lane.
14
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
36 sec
Toward I 79, US 19 North: Clarksburg
15
Merge onto I 79; US 19
90 mi
·
1 hr 37 min
·
Senator Jennings Randolph Highway
16
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
43 sec
Toward I 68 East: Cumberland
17
Continue on I 68
0.7 mi
·
45 sec
·
I 68
18
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
45 sec
Toward US 119: Downtown
19
Keep slight left at fork
106 ft
·
4 sec
20
Turn left onto US 119
2.2 mi
·
3 min
·
Grafton Road
21
Continue on US 119
1.5 mi
·
2 min
·
University Avenue
22
Turn right onto Kirk Street
0.2 mi
·
32 sec
·
Kirk Street
23
Continue on Spruce Street
0.2 mi
·
34 sec
·
Spruce Street
24
Turn left onto WV 7
300 ft
·
12 sec
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Walnut Street
25
Turn left onto High Street
64 ft
·
2 sec
·
High Street
26
Arrive at destination
High Street
Trip Plan
Morning Departure
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Evening Departure
A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 108.7 miles from Bluewell, WV, or about 2h 14m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 90.3 miles.
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 39m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 108.7 miles or 2h 14m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 3h 31m
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 Bluewell, 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 Bluewell, WV
This is one driving day of about 217.4 miles and 4h 17m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Bluewell, 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.
The longest stretch is on Senator Jennings Randolph Highway for about 90.3 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 108.7 mi from Bluewell, WV · 2h 14m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
109 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 108.7 miles from Bluewell, WV, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before Senator Jennings Randolph Highway if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 90.3 miles.
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
$34.00 one way
$67.99 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
76 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.34 | $37.17 | $74.34 |
| premium | $4.70 | $40.24 | $80.47 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $48.00 | $96.00 |
Estimated Tolls: $2.65
West Virginia Turnpike
(37.9 mi)
$2.65
Toll estimates based on average 2024-2025 rates. EZ-Pass/SunPass discounts may lower the actual cost.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$34
Tolls
$3
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$62–$87
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 76.1 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $23 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 65.2 | 0 | $22.83 | $10.44 |
| Efficient EV | 54.4 | 0 | $19.02 | $8.70 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 87 | 1 | $30.44 | $13.91 |
Gas CO2
76 kg
EV CO2
25 kg (67% less)
Plan for 0 charging stops, roughly every 270 miles. Allow 25-40 minutes per stop at a DC fast charger.
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
Evening in Morgantown on Tuesday
Local time
7:00 PM
EDT
Current temp
62°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
62°F
Newtown, PA
109 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
11 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
4h 17m on the road
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Bluewell, WV to Morgantown, WV covers 217.4 miles and takes about 4h 17m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Senator Jennings Randolph Highway, US 19, West Virginia Turnpike. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 108.7 miles from Bluewell, WV. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $34.00 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left. A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
Plan about 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, or rest. Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 217.4 miles you will encounter 17 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
The main spots that need attention: at 14.4 miles (I 77 / West Virginia Turnpike): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 52.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 121.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
On the drive from Bluewell, WV to Morgantown, WV, road signs begin pointing toward Summersville along the way.
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