Origin
Morgantown, WV
Afternoon in Morgantown on Tuesday
Local time
4:33 PM
EDT
Current temp
38°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Morgantown, WV to Belle, WV
Data updated 0 seconds ago
Drive Time
3h 8m
Distance
167.3 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 56m
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6 AM
3h 8m
8 AM
3h 31m
10 AM
3h 16m
12 PM
3h 14m
3 PM
3h 17m
5 PM
3h 30m
8 PM
3h 1m
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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Belle, WV
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Trip Overview
If you are planning a trip from Morgantown to Belle, expect a journey covering 167.3 miles that typically takes about 3 hours and 8 minutes. This route is perfectly suited for a single-day excursion, meaning you won't need to worry about booking an overnight stay. You can anticipate a fuel budget of approximately $27 for the trip, making it a relatively affordable drive across West Virginia. Because this path relies on local roads rather than high-speed interstates, you should prepare for a slower, more deliberate pace. Both the origin and destination sit within the Southeast region, ensuring a consistent travel experience as you navigate between these two points.
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
83.7 miles from Morgantown, WV
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 34m into the drive .
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Drive Character
Forget about the standard interstate grind; this route is a turn-heavy local drive that demands your full attention. You will be navigating streets like Kirk Street, University Avenue, and Don Knotts Boulevard, which keeps the experience engaging rather than monotonous. Since the highway share is 0%, you are trading high-speed efficiency for a more hands-on driving experience. Expect constant changes in direction as you traverse the local network, requiring you to stay alert behind the wheel. It is a technical drive that feels more like a winding local tour than a simple point-to-point transit.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 15 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Kirk Street 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 Morgantown, WV to Belle, WV is easy. At 3h 8m 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 Morgantown, WV to Belle, WV is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Kirk Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| University Avenue | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Don Knotts Boulevard | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| I 68 West | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| I-79 S | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Senator Jennings Randolph Highway | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| US 60 East | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Midland Avenue | Unavailable | Refreshing |
Per-road distance and duration are being refreshed from OSRM for this route.
Longest stretch:
Kirk Street
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Morgantown, WV and Belle, WV.
1
Start on High Street
0.1 mi
·
29 sec
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High Street
2
Turn right onto Kirk Street
0.1 mi
·
30 sec
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Kirk Street
3
At the end of the road, turn left onto University Avenue
1.5 mi
·
2 min
·
University Avenue
4
Continue on Don Knotts Boulevard
1.9 mi
·
2 min
·
Don Knotts Boulevard
5
Take the ramp slight right toward I 68 West
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
I 68 West
6
Merge slight left
0.4 mi
·
27 sec
7
Keep slight left to continue on I-79 S: Fairmont
0.8 mi
·
54 sec
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I-79 S: Fairmont
8
Merge slight left onto Senator Jennings Randolph Highway
148 mi
·
2 hr 38 min
·
Senator Jennings Randolph Highway
9
Merge slight right
6.5 mi
·
8 min
10
Take the exit slight right toward US 60 East: Midland Trail, Belle
7.0 mi
·
10 min
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US 60 East: Midland Trail, Belle
11
Turn left onto Midland Avenue
154 ft
·
8 sec
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Midland Avenue
12
At the end of the road, turn right onto Midland Avenue
0.2 mi
·
49 sec
·
Midland Avenue
13
Continue on Midland Avenue
233 ft
·
13 sec
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Midland Avenue
14
Turn right onto Old US 60
0.3 mi
·
1 min
·
Old US 60
15
Arrive at your destination
Trip Plan
Since this is a straightforward 3-hour journey, you have plenty of flexibility regarding your departure time. Planning for at least one stop will help break up the technical nature of the drive and keep you refreshed. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge before you head out, as the $27 estimate is based on typical conditions and local road driving. Given the 167.3-mile distance, try to avoid peak local traffic hours on University Avenue to ensure a smoother transition out of Morgantown. Using your GPS is essential here, as the turn-heavy nature of the route means navigating local roads requires careful attention to signage.
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 83.7 miles from Morgantown, WV, or about 1h 34m 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 29m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 83.7 miles or 1h 34m 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 34m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Belle, 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 167.3 miles and 3h 8m.
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.
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 83.7 mi from Morgantown, WV · 1h 34m 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 83.7 miles from Morgantown, WV, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Belle, WV
The final approach into Belle, 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 Belle, 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
$26.16 one way
$52.32 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
59 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.34 | $28.61 | $57.21 |
| premium | $4.70 | $30.96 | $61.93 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $36.94 | $73.88 |
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 | $17.57 | $8.03 |
| Efficient EV | 41.8 | 0 | $14.64 | $6.69 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 66.9 | 0 | $23.42 | $10.71 |
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
Belle, WV
Afternoon in Belle on Tuesday
Local time
4:33 PM
EDT
Current temp
84°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 warmer at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
3h 8m 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 Belle, WV covers 167.3 miles and takes about 3h 8m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Kirk Street, University Avenue, Don Knotts Boulevard. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 83.7 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 $26.16 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. A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
The drive from Morgantown, WV to Belle, WV is easy. At 3h 8m 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 Morgantown, WV to Belle, WV is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Morgantown, WV to Belle, WV does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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