Trip from Brush Fork, WV to Morgantown, WV

Data updated 3 hours ago

Drive Time

4h 16m

Distance

218.5 mi

352 km

Drive Score

9/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$34

one way

EV Charging

None

0 DC fast

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 39 min

4 AM

4h 4m ★

6 AM

4h 17m

8 AM

4h 43m

10 AM

4h 26m

12 PM

4h 24m

3 PM

4h 27m

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.

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Brush Fork, WV

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city in and county seat of Monongalia County, West Virginia, United States

Morgantown, WV

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Trip Overview

The drive from Brush Fork, WV to Morgantown, WV covers 218.5 miles and takes about 4h 16m 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 $34.17 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

109.2 miles from Brush Fork, WV

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 13m into the drive .

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Drive Character

The drive from Brush Fork, WV to Morgantown, WV covers 218.5 miles and takes about 4h 16m, 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 24 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 15 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 0.2 miles in near Charcoal Street.

Route Complexity 6/10

Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing

This drive requires moderate attention. Across 218.5 miles you will encounter 15 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 0.2 miles (Charcoal Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.3 miles (WV 123 / Brushfork Road): Navigation decision point; at 15.5 miles (I 77 / West Virginia Turnpike): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.

Critical Maneuvers

5 of 15 key points

These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.

0.2 mi into trip | ~0m in | Charcoal Street

Turn right onto Charcoal Street

Navigation decision point

0.3 mi into trip | ~1m in | WV 123 / Brushfork Road

Turn right onto WV 123 / Brushfork Road

Navigation decision point

15.5 mi into trip | ~24m in | 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.

53.4 mi into trip | ~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

122.3 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

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 Brush Fork, WV to Morgantown, WV, road signs begin pointing toward Summersville along the way.

Summersville

53.4 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
Big Laurel Highway	7 mi	8m
Airport Road	6.1 mi	10m
Grafton Road	2.2 mi	3m
University Avenue	1.5 mi	2m
WV 123	1.5 mi	2m

Longest stretch: Senator Jennings Randolph Highway — 90.3 mi, about 1h 37m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Brush Fork, WV and Morgantown, WV.

Start on CR 11

0.2 mi · 32 sec · Old Bramwell Road

Turn right onto Charcoal Street

0.1 mi · 30 sec · Charcoal Street

Turn right onto WV 123

0.2 mi · 23 sec · Brushfork Road

Continue on WV 123

6.1 mi · 10 min · Airport Road

At end of road, turn left onto WV 123

1.4 mi · 2 min · WV 123

Turn right onto WV 123

449 ft · 11 sec · WV 123

Turn left onto US 19; US 460

7.0 mi · 8 min · Big Laurel Highway

Turn left

0.4 mi · 53 sec

Merge onto I 77

38 mi · 41 min · West Virginia Turnpike

Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Take the exit

2.1 mi · 2 min

Exit 48 Toward US 19: North Beckley, Summersville Use the slight right lane.

Continue on US 19

67 mi · 1 hr 21 min · US 19

Use the straight lane.

Take the exit

0.3 mi · 36 sec

Toward I 79, US 19 North: Clarksburg

Merge onto I 79; US 19

90 mi · 1 hr 37 min · Senator Jennings Randolph Highway

Take the exit

0.3 mi · 43 sec

Toward I 68 East: Cumberland

Continue on I 68

0.7 mi · 45 sec · I 68

Take the exit

0.3 mi · 45 sec

Toward US 119: Downtown

Keep slight left at fork

106 ft · 4 sec

Turn left onto US 119

2.2 mi · 3 min · Grafton Road

Continue on US 119

1.5 mi · 2 min · University Avenue

Turn right onto Kirk Street

0.2 mi · 32 sec · Kirk Street

Continue on Spruce Street

0.2 mi · 34 sec · Spruce Street

Turn left onto WV 7

300 ft · 12 sec · Walnut Street

Turn left onto High Street

64 ft · 2 sec · High Street

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 109.2 miles from Brush Fork, WV, or about 2h 13m 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 38m in

Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.

Halfway reset

Around 109.2 miles or 2h 13m 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 30m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Morgantown, WV than in the middle of the route.

Before You Leave

Open the route before leaving Brush Fork, WV so your first major turns are already loaded.

Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.

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 Brush Fork, WV

This is one driving day of about 218.5 miles and 4h 16m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Brush Fork, 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 109.2 mi from Brush Fork, WV · 2h 13m into the drive

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Newtown, PA

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

Meads, KY

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Newtown, PA

Meal break

The midpoint is around 109.2 miles from Brush Fork, WV, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Before the longest stretch

Fuel check

Top 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.

National Parks Near This Route

Worth a detour if your schedule allows.

Gauley River National Recreation Area

National Recreation Area

The 25 miles of free-flowing Gauley River and the six miles of the Meadow River pass through scenic gorges and valleys containing a wide variety of natural and cultural features. The Gauley River cont...

6 mi from route ~15 min detour Free near mile 82.9

View on nps.gov

Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$34.17 one way

$68.34 round trip

$3.97/gal 25.4 MPG avg 76 kg CO₂

Fuel Type	$/gal	One Way	Round Trip
midgrade	$4.34	$37.36	$74.72
premium	$4.70	$40.44	$80.88
diesel	$5.61	$48.24	$96.48

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

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$62–$87

Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.

Estimated CO2 emission: 76.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $23 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO₂

Vehicle Type	kWh	Stops	DC Fast	Home Charge
Average EV	65.6	0	$22.94	$10.49
Efficient EV	54.6	0	$19.12	$8.74
EV Truck/SUV	87.4	1	$30.59	$13.98

Gas CO2

76 kg

EV CO2

26 kg (66% 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.

Forecast data refreshed 3 days ago

Origin

Brush Fork, WV

Evening in Brush Fork on Tuesday

Local time

6:59 PM

EDT

Current temp

60°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Morgantown, WV

Evening in Morgantown on Tuesday

Local time

6:59 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

2 degrees warmer at arrival

A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.

Road read

4h 16m 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 Brush Fork, WV to Morgantown, WV covers 218.5 miles and takes about 4h 16m 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 109.2 miles from Brush Fork, WV. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.

At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $34.17 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.

On the drive from Brush Fork, WV to Morgantown, WV, road signs begin pointing toward Summersville along the way.

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Trip from Brush Fork, WV to Morgantown, WV

Best Time to Leave

Trip Overview

Drive Character

How Hard Is This Drive?

Critical Maneuvers

Towns Mentioned on Route Signs

Main Roads

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Trip Plan

Before You Leave

Where to Stop

Pacing Suggestions

Arriving in Morgantown, WV

National Parks Near This Route

Gauley River National Recreation Area

Fuel & Cost

Travel Intel

Brush Fork, WV

Morgantown, WV

Same local time

2 degrees warmer at arrival

4h 16m on the road

Frequently Asked Questions

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