Origin
Morgantown, WV
Night in Morgantown on Tuesday
Local time
10:55 PM
EDT
Current temp
62°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Morgantown, WV to Bethlehem, WV
Data updated 2 hours ago
Drive Time
1h 31m
Distance
76.6 mi
123 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$12
one way
EV Charging
Excellent
18 DC fast
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 25m
★
6 AM
1h 32m
8 AM
1h 46m
10 AM
1h 37m
12 PM
1h 35m
3 PM
1h 37m
5 PM
1h 45m
8 PM
1h 28m
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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Bethlehem, WV
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Trip Overview
The drive from Morgantown, WV to Bethlehem, WV covers 76.6 miles and takes about 1h 31m 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, USS West Virginia Memorial Highway, Fairmont Road for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 62.5 miles on Senator Jennings Randolph Highway. At current regular gas prices, budget about $11.98 one way before food or hotel costs.
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
38.3 miles from Morgantown, WV
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 47m into the drive .
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Drive Character
Expect a 1h 31m drive with frequent turns across 76.6 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 17 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 62.5 miles.
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 10 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 0.1 miles in near Chestnut Street.
Route Complexity
5/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 76.6 miles you will encounter 10 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 (Chestnut Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.1 miles (US 119; WV 7 / Walnut Street): Navigation decision point; at 2.5 miles (I 79 / Senator Jennings Randolph Highway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 10 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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Chestnut Street
Turn right onto Chestnut Street
Navigation decision point
5
0.1 mi into trip
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~0m in
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US 119; WV 7 / Walnut Street
Turn left onto US 119; WV 7 / Walnut Street
Navigation decision point
5
2.5 mi into trip
|
~6m in
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I 79 / Senator Jennings Randolph Highway
Merge onto I 79 / Senator Jennings Randolph Highway
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
5
74.2 mi into trip
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~1h 28m in
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I 470 / USS West Virginia Memorial Highway
Keep slight left at fork onto I 470 / USS West Virginia Memorial Highway toward I 470 West: Columbus OH
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Toward I 470 West: Columbus OH
5
76.1 mi into trip
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~1h 30m in
Keep slight left at fork
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Senator Jennings Randolph Highway | 62.5 mi | 1h 11m |
| USS West Virginia Memorial Highway | 10.8 mi | 12m |
| Fairmont Road | 1.2 mi | 2m |
| Pleasant Street | 0.8 mi | 2m |
| West Bethlehem Boulevard | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| Spruce Street | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| University Avenue | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| Walnut Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Senator Jennings Randolph Highway
— 62.5 mi, about 1h 11m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Morgantown, WV and Bethlehem, WV.
1
Start on High Street
134 ft
·
6 sec
·
High Street
2
Turn right onto Chancery Row
288 ft
·
14 sec
·
Chancery Row
3
Turn right onto Chestnut Street
200 ft
·
14 sec
·
Chestnut Street
4
Turn left onto US 119; WV 7
291 ft
·
17 sec
·
Walnut Street
5
Turn left onto US 19; US 119; WV 7
312 ft
·
5 sec
·
University Avenue
6
Turn right onto US 19
0.8 mi
·
2 min
·
Pleasant Street
7
Turn straight onto US 19
1.2 mi
·
2 min
·
Fairmont Road
8
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
27 sec
9
Merge onto I 79
63 mi
·
1 hr 11 min
·
Senator Jennings Randolph Highway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10
Continue on I 70
9.2 mi
·
10 min
·
USS West Virginia Memorial Highway
11
Keep slight left at fork onto I 470
1.6 mi
·
2 min
·
USS West Virginia Memorial Highway
Toward I 470 West: Columbus OH
12
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
31 sec
Toward Bethlehem
13
Keep slight left at fork
71 ft
·
5 sec
14
Turn left onto CR 91/1
0.2 mi
·
17 sec
·
Spruce Street
15
Continue on West Bethlehem Boulevard
0.3 mi
·
27 sec
·
West Bethlehem Boulevard
16
Turn slight right onto Ridgecrest Road
282 ft
·
12 sec
·
Ridgecrest Road
17
Arrive at destination
Ridgecrest Road
Trip Plan
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 38.3 miles from Morgantown, WV, or about 47m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 62.5 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 76.6 miles or 1h 31m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 38.3 miles or 47m 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 17m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Bethlehem, 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 76.6 miles and 1h 31m.
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 62.5 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 38.3 mi from Morgantown, WV · 47m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
38 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 76.6 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 38.3 miles from Morgantown, 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 62.5 miles.
Arriving in Bethlehem, WV
The final approach into Bethlehem, 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 Bethlehem, 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
$11.98 one way
$23.96 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
27 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.34 | $13.10 | $26.19 |
| premium | $4.70 | $14.18 | $28.35 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $16.91 | $33.82 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$12
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$37–$62
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 26.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
EV Charging Along Route
18 DC fast chargers · Coverage: excellent
Sheetz - Tesla Supercharger
Morgantown, WV
Tesla
8 DCFC
Sheetz - Tesla Supercharger
Morgantown, WV
Tesla
8 DCFC
Washington Giant Eagle - Tesla Supercharger
Washington, PA
Tesla
8 DCFC
Sheetz - Tesla Supercharger
Triadelphia, WV
Tesla
8 DCFC
Washington Ford
Washington, PA
FORD_CHARGE
6 DCFC
Hampton Inn & Suites Wheeling- The Highlands - Tesla Supercharger
Triadelphia, WV
Tesla
4 DCFC
Fox Ford (DCFC)
Waynesburg, PA
Blink Network
2 DCFC
John Sisson Motors - Nayax Energy
Washington, PA
NAYAX_ENERGY
2 DCFC
ChargePoint Network: 6
Tesla: 5
Blink Network: 3
EV Connect: 1
NAYAX_ENERGY: 1
Non-Networked: 1
FORD_CHARGE: 1
Station data from NREL Alternative Fuel Stations database.
Driving Electric?
About $8 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 23 | 0 | $8.04 | $3.68 |
| Efficient EV | 19.2 | 0 | $6.70 | $3.06 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 30.6 | 0 | $10.72 | $4.90 |
Gas CO2
27 kg
EV CO2
9 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.
Travel Intel
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Destination
Bethlehem, WV
Night in Bethlehem on Tuesday
Local time
10:55 PM
EDT
Current temp
58°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
52°F
Mina, NY
38 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
4 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
1h 31m 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 Bethlehem, WV covers 76.6 miles and takes about 1h 31m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Senator Jennings Randolph Highway, USS West Virginia Memorial Highway, Fairmont Road. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 38.3 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 $11.98 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 76.6 miles you will encounter 10 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 (Chestnut Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.1 miles (US 119; WV 7 / Walnut Street): Navigation decision point; at 2.5 miles (I 79 / Senator Jennings Randolph Highway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
The route from Morgantown, WV to Bethlehem, WV does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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