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Drive Time
1h 25m
Distance
67.8 mi
109 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$11
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.
Morgantown, WV
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Elkins, WV
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If you are looking to travel from Morgantown to Elkins, you are in for a straightforward 67.8-mile journey that typically takes about 1 hour and 25 minutes. This route stays entirely within West Virginia and is perfectly suited for a single-day trip, meaning there is no need to worry about overnight lodging. You can expect to spend roughly $11 on fuel, making it a budget-friendly option for your itinerary. Because the drive is relatively short, you have plenty of flexibility to plan your departure whenever it suits your schedule best. It is a practical, no-nonsense path that connects these two Southeast locations without demanding too much of your time behind the wheel.
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
33.9 miles from Morgantown, WV
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 42m into the drive .
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Expect a turn-heavy local drive rather than a monotonous interstate cruise, as only 2% of this route consists of highways. You will spend your time navigating via Don Knotts Boulevard, Barbour County Highway, and Webster Road. The longest uninterrupted stretch you will encounter is 14.8 miles on Webster Road, so stay alert as the road configuration shifts frequently. Because the route relies heavily on local roads, you should prepare for a more hands-on driving experience compared to a standard highway haul. The technical nature of these turns keeps the drive engaging from start to finish.
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.
Very easy - short and simple to drive
The drive from Morgantown, WV to Elkins, WV is easy. At 1h 25m 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 Elkins, WV is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Kirk Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| University Avenue | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Don Knotts Boulevard | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Victory Avenue | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Lincoln Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| East Main Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Webster Road | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Mansfield Drive | Unavailable | Refreshing |
Per-road distance and duration are being refreshed from OSRM for this route.
Step-by-step road directions between Morgantown, WV and Elkins, WV.
Start on High Street
Turn right onto Kirk Street
At the end of the road, turn left onto University Avenue
Continue on Don Knotts Boulevard
Continue on Victory Avenue
Continue on Lincoln Street
Continue on East Main Street
Turn right onto Webster Road
Continue on Mansfield Drive
Turn left onto Blue & Gray Expressway
At the end of the road, turn right onto South Main Street
Continue on Barbour County Highway
Continue on North Crim Avenue
Continue on Barbour County Highway
Continue on Row Avenue North
Continue on Beech Avenue
Continue on Barbour County Highway
At the end of the road, turn left onto Corridor H
Take the exit slight right
Turn right onto Beverly & Morgantown Turnpike
Continue on North Randolph Avenue
Continue on Randolph Avenue
Turn right onto Henry Avenue
Arrive at your destination
Since this is a quick 1-hour and 25-minute trip, you have the advantage of total flexibility regarding your departure time. You won't need to worry about planning formal stops along the way, as the relatively short distance allows you to power through in one go. Keep in mind that the road is turn-heavy, so plan to drive during daylight hours to better navigate the local road segments comfortably. With a fuel budget of $11, it is wise to fill up before you leave Morgantown to avoid any unnecessary stops. Focus on maintaining a steady pace, especially on the winding sections of Webster Road, to ensure a smooth arrival in Elkins.
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 67.8 miles or 1h 25m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 33.9 miles or 42m 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 12m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Elkins, WV than in the middle of the route.
Open the route before leaving Morgantown, 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 Morgantown, WV
This is one driving day of about 67.8 miles and 1h 25m.
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 33.9 mi from Morgantown, WV · 42m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
34 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.
A short stop after about 67.8 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 33.9 miles from Morgantown, WV, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
The final approach into Elkins, 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 Elkins, WV.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Regular Gas
$10.60 one way
$21.20 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.34 | $11.59 | $23.19 |
| premium | $4.70 | $12.55 | $25.10 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $14.97 | $29.94 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$11
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$36–$61
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 23.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $7 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 20.3 | 0 | $7.12 | $3.25 |
| Efficient EV | 17 | 0 | $5.93 | $2.71 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 27.1 | 0 | $9.49 | $4.34 |
Gas CO2
24 kg
EV CO2
8 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 Morgantown on Tuesday
Local time
6:01 PM
EDT
Current temp
44°F
Partly Cloudy
Destination
Evening in Elkins on Tuesday
Local time
6:01 PM
EDT
Current temp
37°F
Mostly Clear
74°F
Newtown, PA
34 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
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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