Origin
Morgantown, WV
Evening in Morgantown on Tuesday
Local time
8:12 PM
EDT
Current temp
62°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Morgantown, WV to Bluefield, WV
Data updated 36 minutes ago
Drive Time
4h 10m
Distance
217 mi
349 km
Drive Score
10/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$34
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
3h 58m
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6 AM
4h 11m
8 AM
4h 37m
10 AM
4h 20m
12 PM
4h 17m
3 PM
4h 21m
5 PM
4h 36m
8 PM
4h 3m
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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Bluefield, WV
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Trip Overview
This 217-mile journey from Morgantown, WV, to Bluefield, WV, is a solid day trip, taking approximately 4 hours and 10 minutes. You'll primarily travel on the Senator Jennings Randolph Highway, US 19, and the West Virginia Turnpike, with about 45% of the drive being on highways. The estimated fuel cost for this trip is around $34. Given its manageable length and the mixed driving profile, it’s well-suited for a single day of travel, allowing you to reach your destination without needing an overnight stop. This route stays within the Southeast region, offering a consistent feel throughout your drive.
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
108.5 miles from Morgantown, WV
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 1m into the drive .
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Drive Character
Expect a mixed driving experience on this route, blending highway speeds with more local road conditions. With 45% of the drive on highways, you'll encounter some faster stretches, but also periods on roads like the Senator Jennings Randolph Highway. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll navigate is 90.3 miles on the Senator Jennings Randolph Highway, so be prepared for a significant segment of consistent driving. This varied terrain means you'll experience different road personalities as you progress from Morgantown to Bluefield.
Expect a mix of faster highway mileage and slower local approaches near the beginning or end.
There are about 18 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 13 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 217 miles you will encounter 13 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 13 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
|
~7m in
Keep slight left at fork toward I-79 S: Fairmont
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Toward I-79 S: Fairmont
6
164.9 mi into trip
|
~3h 10m in
Keep slight left at fork toward I 64 East, I 77 South: Bluefield
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward I 64 East, I 77 South: Bluefield
6
203.5 mi into trip
|
~3h 52m in
Take the exit toward US 460: Princeton, Pearisburg VA
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 9
Toward US 460: Princeton, Pearisburg VA
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 Bluefield, WV, road signs begin pointing toward Pearisburg along the way.
Pearisburg
203.5 mi in
|
~3h 52m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Senator Jennings Randolph Highway | 90.3 mi | 1h 37m |
| US 19 | 60.4 mi | 1h 14m |
| West Virginia Turnpike | 37.5 mi | 40m |
| Big Laurel Highway | 9.9 mi | 11m |
| Upper Millcreek Telsa Road | 8.6 mi | 9m |
| Chicory Road | 3.2 mi | 5m |
| Don Knotts Boulevard | 1.9 mi | 2m |
| University Avenue | 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 Morgantown, WV and Bluefield, WV.
1
Start on High Street
0.1 mi
·
29 sec
·
High Street
2
Turn right onto Kirk Street
0.1 mi
·
30 sec
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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
·
I 68
7
Keep slight left at fork
0.8 mi
·
53 sec
Toward I-79 S: Fairmont
8
Merge onto I 79
90 mi
·
1 hr 37 min
·
Senator Jennings Randolph Highway
9
Take the exit onto US 19
0.3 mi
·
41 sec
·
US 19
Toward US 19 South: Beckley
10
Keep slight left at fork
318 ft
·
8 sec
11
Turn right onto Upper Millcreek Telsa Road
8.6 mi
·
9 min
·
Upper Millcreek Telsa Road
12
Continue on US 19
60 mi
·
1 hr 13 min
·
US 19
Use the straight lane.
13
Keep slight left at fork
1.1 mi
·
2 min
Toward I 64 East, I 77 South: Bluefield
14
Merge onto I 64; I 77
38 mi
·
40 min
·
West Virginia Turnpike
15
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
1 min
Exit 9
Toward US 460: Princeton, Pearisburg VA
16
Turn right onto US 460
9.9 mi
·
11 min
·
Big Laurel Highway
17
Turn right onto US 19; US 52 Truck
3.2 mi
·
5 min
·
Chicory Road
18
Arrive at destination
US 19; US 52 Truck
Trip Plan
For this 4-hour, 10-minute drive, starting your trip in the morning will give you plenty of daylight to reach Bluefield. Since it's a one-day trip, you have flexibility with stops, but plan for at least one break to stretch your legs. Keep an eye on your fuel levels, especially during the 90.3-mile stretch on the Senator Jennings Randolph Highway, as services might be less frequent there. The $34 fuel estimate should help you budget, and it's always wise to have a little extra for unforeseen needs.
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 108.5 miles from Morgantown, WV, or about 2h 1m 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 28m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 108.5 miles or 2h 1m 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 25m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Bluefield, 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 217 miles and 4h 10m.
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.
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 108.5 mi from Morgantown, WV · 2h 1m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
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
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 108.5 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 90.3 miles.
Arriving in Bluefield, WV
The final approach into Bluefield, 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 Bluefield, 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
$33.93 one way
$67.87 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
76 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.34 | $37.10 | $74.21 |
| premium | $4.70 | $40.16 | $80.32 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $47.91 | $95.82 |
Estimated Tolls: $2.63
West Virginia Turnpike
(37.5 mi)
$2.63
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
$3
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$62–$87
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 75.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $23 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 65.1 | 0 | $22.78 | $10.42 |
| Efficient EV | 54.3 | 0 | $18.99 | $8.68 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 86.8 | 1 | $30.38 | $13.89 |
Gas CO2
76 kg
EV CO2
25 kg (67% 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.
Destination
Bluefield, WV
Evening in Bluefield on Tuesday
Local time
8:12 PM
EDT
Current temp
38°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
24 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
4h 10m 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 Morgantown, WV to Bluefield, WV covers 217 miles and takes about 4h 10m 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 108.5 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 $33.93 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.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 217 miles you will encounter 13 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 Bluefield, WV, road signs begin pointing toward Pearisburg along the way.
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