Origin
Morgantown, WV
Evening in Morgantown on Tuesday
Local time
6:02 PM
EDT
Current temp
38°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Morgantown, WV to Barrackville, WV
Data updated 0 seconds ago
Drive Time
30m
Distance
22.1 mi
36 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$3
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 28m
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6 AM
0h 31m
8 AM
0h 36m
10 AM
0h 32m
12 PM
0h 32m
3 PM
0h 33m
5 PM
0h 35m
8 PM
0h 29m
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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Barrackville, WV
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Trip Overview
If you are looking for a quick excursion within West Virginia, this 22.1-mile trip from Morgantown to Barrackville is an ideal candidate for a one-day outing. Expect to spend about 30 minutes behind the wheel, making it a very manageable drive that requires no overnight stops. Your route will primarily utilize Don Knotts Boulevard, the Senator Jennings Randolph Highway, and Cleveland Avenue. With an estimated fuel cost of just $4, this trip is highly budget-friendly for a short-distance journey. Since both locations are situated within the Southeast region, you will experience a consistent regional feel throughout the entire transit.
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
11 miles from Morgantown, WV
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 14m into the drive .
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Drive Character
Prepare for a turn-heavy local drive rather than a monotonous interstate cruise. The route features a low highway share of only 2%, meaning you will spend the vast majority of your time on local roads navigating curves and intersections. Your longest uninterrupted stretch occurs during the 12.4-mile portion on the Senator Jennings Randolph Highway. Because of the frequent turns, you will need to stay alert and ready for changes in the road's pace. This drive offers a dynamic experience that keeps you engaged with the local landscape from start to finish.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 20 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 12.4 miles.
Elevation Profile
Mostly flat terrain
1,278 ft
837 ft
Total Climb
845 ft
Total Descent
788 ft
Highest Point
1,278 ft
~9.2 mi in
Elevation Range
441 ft
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. You will hit about 12 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 0.1 miles in near Kirk Street.
Route Complexity
6/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 22.1 miles you will encounter 12 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 0.1 miles (Kirk Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.3 miles (US 119 / University Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 4.6 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 12 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
0.1 mi into trip
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~0m in
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Kirk Street
Turn right onto Kirk Street
Navigation decision point
4
0.3 mi into trip
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~1m in
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US 119 / University Avenue
At end of road, turn left onto US 119 / University Avenue
Navigation decision point
5
4.6 mi into trip
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~7m in
Keep slight left at fork toward I-79 S: Fairmont
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Toward I-79 S: Fairmont
5
17.8 mi into trip
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~22m in
Take the exit toward WV 273 North: Downtown, Fairmont
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward WV 273 North: Downtown, Fairmont
5
18.9 mi into trip
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~24m in
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WV 273 / Fairmont Gateway Connector
Enter roundabout onto WV 273 / Fairmont Gateway Connector
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
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 Morgantown, WV to Barrackville, WV, road signs begin pointing toward Fairmont along the way.
Fairmont
17.8 mi in
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~22m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Senator Jennings Randolph Highway | 12.4 mi | 13m |
| Don Knotts Boulevard | 1.9 mi | 2m |
| Cleveland Avenue | 1.7 mi | 1m |
| University Avenue | 1.5 mi | 2m |
| Fairmont Gateway Connector | 0.8 mi | 1m |
| Pike Street | 0.6 mi | 1m |
| I 68 | 0.4 mi | <1m |
| Jefferson Street | 0.4 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
Senator Jennings Randolph Highway
— 12.4 mi, about 13m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Morgantown, WV and Barrackville, WV.
1
Start on High Street
0.1 mi
·
29 sec
·
High Street
2
Turn right onto Kirk Street
0.1 mi
·
30 sec
·
Kirk Street
3
At end of road, turn left onto US 119
1.5 mi
·
2 min
·
University Avenue
4
Continue on US 119
1.9 mi
·
2 min
·
Don Knotts Boulevard
5
Take the ramp
0.5 mi
·
1 min
Toward I 68 West
6
Merge onto I 68
0.4 mi
·
27 sec
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I 68
7
Keep slight left at fork
0.8 mi
·
53 sec
Toward I-79 S: Fairmont
8
Merge onto I 79
12 mi
·
13 min
·
Senator Jennings Randolph Highway
9
Take the exit
0.5 mi
·
1 min
Toward WV 273 North: Downtown, Fairmont
10
Turn left onto WV 273
0.4 mi
·
59 sec
·
Fairmont Gateway Connector
11
Enter roundabout onto WV 273
122 ft
·
2 sec
·
Fairmont Gateway Connector
12
Continue on WV 273
0.2 mi
·
23 sec
·
Fairmont Gateway Connector
13
Enter roundabout onto WV 273
128 ft
·
3 sec
·
Fairmont Gateway Connector
14
Continue on WV 273
0.2 mi
·
24 sec
·
Fairmont Gateway Connector
15
Continue on Jefferson Street
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
Jefferson Street
16
Turn left onto US 19
0.1 mi
·
22 sec
·
Jackson Street
17
Turn right onto US 250
1.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Cleveland Avenue
18
Turn right onto CR 250/32
0.2 mi
·
28 sec
·
Barrackville Road
19
Continue on CR 250/32
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Pike Street
20
Arrive at destination
CR 250/32
Trip Plan
Since this is a short 30-minute trip, you have the advantage of total scheduling flexibility, allowing you to depart whenever it best suits your plans. There are no mandatory stops required for this distance, so you can easily complete the drive in one go without needing to build in rest breaks. Keep in mind that with such a short duration, you should ensure your vehicle is fueled up before you leave, as you will likely reach your destination long before needing a pit stop. Given the turn-heavy nature of the route, prioritize checking your tire pressure before heading out to ensure optimal handling on the winding sections of Cleveland Avenue.
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.
You may only need one short stretch break if traffic stays light.
The halfway point lands around 11 miles from Morgantown, WV, or about 14m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 12.4 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 22.1 miles or 30m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 11 miles or 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 24m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Barrackville, WV than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Morgantown, 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 Morgantown, WV
This is one driving day of about 22.1 miles and 30m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Morgantown, WV.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
You may only need one short stretch stop if conditions stay smooth.
The longest stretch is on Senator Jennings Randolph Highway for about 12.4 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 11 mi from Morgantown, WV · 14m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
Municipality of Bethel Park, PA
11 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 22.1 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 11 miles from Morgantown, WV, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Barrackville, WV
The final approach into Barrackville, 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 Barrackville, 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
$3.46 one way
$6.91 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
8 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.34 | $3.78 | $7.56 |
| premium | $4.70 | $4.09 | $8.18 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $4.88 | $9.76 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$3
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$28–$53
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 7.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $2 in charging · 0 stops · 63% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 6.6 | 0 | $2.32 | $1.06 |
| Efficient EV | 5.5 | 0 | $1.93 | $0.88 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 8.8 | 0 | $3.09 | $1.41 |
Gas CO2
8 kg
EV CO2
3 kg (63% 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
Barrackville, WV
Evening in Barrackville on Tuesday
Local time
6:02 PM
EDT
Current temp
62°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
24 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
30m 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 Morgantown, WV to Barrackville, WV covers 22.1 miles and takes about 30m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Senator Jennings Randolph Highway, Don Knotts Boulevard, Cleveland Avenue. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 11 miles from Morgantown, WV. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $3.46 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.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 22.1 miles you will encounter 12 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 0.1 miles (Kirk Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.3 miles (US 119 / University Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 4.6 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully.
On the drive from Morgantown, WV to Barrackville, WV, road signs begin pointing toward Fairmont along the way.
Mostly flat terrain. The route ranges from 837 ft to 1,278 ft elevation with about 845 ft of total climbing.
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