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Drive Time
1h 47m
Distance
86.7 mi
139 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$14
one way
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Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Keyser, WV
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Morgantown, WV
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Connecting Keyser to Morgantown, this 86.7-mile journey typically takes about 1 hour and 47 minutes behind the wheel. Because of the manageable duration, it functions perfectly as a straightforward day trip, meaning you won't need to worry about booking an overnight stay. Expect to spend approximately $14 on fuel, making this an economical choice for a quick regional transit. The route remains entirely within West Virginia, keeping your travel logistics simple and consistent. Whether you are traveling for business or a brief getaway, the drive offers a reliable link between these two points in the Southeast region.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
0 planned breaks
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
43.3 miles from Keyser, WV
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 57m into the drive .
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This trip is heavily highway-focused, with 73% of your travel time spent on major thoroughfares. You will navigate a mix of roads including the National Freeway, McMullen Highway Southwest, and Winchester Road to reach your destination. The most significant portion of your journey involves a 63.2-mile stretch on the National Freeway, which provides a steady, uninterrupted rhythm for the bulk of your travel. While the start and finish involve local transitions, the experience is defined by these fast, efficient highway segments that keep your momentum consistent throughout the drive.
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on National Freeway and McMullen Highway Southwest. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 0.3 miles in near WV 46 / West Piedmont Street.
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
This is a straightforward 1h 47m drive. You will face about 10 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.3 miles (WV 46 / West Piedmont Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.3 miles (US 220; WV 46 Truck / Mineral Street): Navigation decision point; at 15 miles (MD 53 / Winchester Road): Navigation decision point.
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
Turn left onto WV 46 / West Piedmont Street
Navigation decision point
Turn left onto US 220; WV 46 Truck / Mineral Street
Navigation decision point
At end of road, turn right onto MD 53 / Winchester Road
Navigation decision point
Turn sharp right onto US 40 Alternate / National Highway
Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach
Merge onto I 68; US 40 / National Freeway
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
On the drive from Keyser, WV to Morgantown, WV, road signs begin pointing toward Cr-857: Airport along the way.
Cr-857: Airport
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| National Freeway | 63.2 mi | 1h 7m |
| McMullen Highway Southwest | 14 mi | 22m |
| Winchester Road | 3.1 mi | 5m |
| Cheat Road | 1.5 mi | 2m |
| North Willey Street | 1.3 mi | 2m |
| Mileground Road | 1.3 mi | 2m |
| National Highway | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| Armstrong Street | 0.3 mi | <1m |
Step-by-step road directions between Keyser, WV and Morgantown, WV.
Start on WV 46
Turn left onto WV 46
Turn left onto US 220; WV 46 Truck
Continue on US 220
Continue on US 220
Turn left onto MD 636
At end of road, turn right onto MD 53
Turn sharp right onto US 40 Alternate
Take the ramp
Merge onto I 68; US 40
Take the exit
Keep slight right at fork
Turn straight onto CR 857
Continue on US 119; CR 857
Enter roundabout onto US 119
Continue on US 119
Continue on US 119
Continue on US 119
Turn left onto US 119
Arrive at destination
Since this is a relatively short trip with no required stops, you have the flexibility to depart whenever fits your schedule best. While you can easily complete the entire 86.7 miles in one go, keeping an eye on your fuel gauge before leaving Keyser is a smart move to ensure you stay within your $14 budget. Because the route relies heavily on the National Freeway, check for any traffic updates on that specific corridor before you pull out of your driveway. Enjoy the advantage of a direct route that allows you to arrive in Morgantown without the need for complex planning or mid-route breaks.
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.
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 36m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 43.3 miles or 57m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 1h 29m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Morgantown, WV than in the middle of the route.
Open the route before leaving Keyser, 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 Keyser, WV
This is one driving day of about 86.7 miles and 1h 47m.
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 43.3 mi from Keyser, WV · 57m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
43 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.
Municipality of Bethel Park, PA
Fuel and coffeeA short stop after about 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 43.3 miles from Keyser, WV, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before National Freeway if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 63.2 miles.
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.
Regular Gas
$13.56 one way
$27.12 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.34 | $14.82 | $29.65 |
| premium | $4.70 | $16.05 | $32.09 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $19.14 | $38.28 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$14
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$39–$64
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 30.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $9 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 26 | 0 | $9.10 | $4.16 |
| Efficient EV | 21.7 | 0 | $7.59 | $3.47 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 34.7 | 0 | $12.14 | $5.55 |
Gas CO2
30 kg
EV CO2
10 kg (67% 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.
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Origin
Evening in Keyser on Tuesday
Local time
6:00 PM
EDT
Current temp
42°F
Mostly Clear
Destination
Evening in Morgantown on Tuesday
Local time
6:00 PM
EDT
Current temp
44°F
Partly Cloudy
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
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
The weather snapshot is not static. If you are leaving later, give both cities one more quick forecast check before departure.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
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