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 Elkview, WV
Data updated 0 seconds ago
Drive Time
2h 40m
Distance
144.9 mi
233 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$23
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
2h 29m
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6 AM
2h 40m
8 AM
3h 1m
10 AM
2h 47m
12 PM
2h 45m
3 PM
2h 48m
5 PM
3h 0m
8 PM
2h 34m
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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Elkview, WV
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Trip Overview
Traveling from Morgantown to Elkview covers 144.9 miles and typically takes about 2 hours and 40 minutes. Because this is a relatively short distance within West Virginia, you can easily complete the trip in a single day without needing an overnight stay. Expect to spend roughly $23 on fuel for the journey, making it a manageable addition to your travel budget. You will navigate through local roads like University Avenue and Don Knotts Boulevard before transitioning onto the Senator Jennings Randolph Highway. Whether you are heading out for work or a local excursion, this route offers a straightforward path between the 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
72.4 miles from Morgantown, WV
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 20m into the drive .
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Drive Character
Expect a turn-heavy local drive rather than a monotonous interstate cruise, as this route contains no highway-share segments. You will spend the vast majority of your time—137.8 miles to be exact—on the Senator Jennings Randolph Highway. The experience behind the wheel is technical and requires your full attention due to the frequent turns. While you won't encounter long stretches of high-speed interstate, the consistent nature of the highway provides a steady rhythm for the journey. Be prepared for a winding path that demands active driving from start to finish.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 12 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.
Elevation Profile
Gently rolling terrain
1,454 ft
599 ft
Total Climb
2,070 ft
Total Descent
2,357 ft
Highest Point
1,454 ft
~96.6 mi in
Elevation Range
855 ft
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 Elkview, WV is easy. At 2h 40m 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 Elkview, 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 |
| Route 43 | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Frame Road | 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 Elkview, WV.
1
Start on High Street
0.1 mi
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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
138 mi
·
2 hr 27 min
·
Senator Jennings Randolph Highway
9
Take the exit slight right toward County Route 43: Elkview, Frame Road
0.3 mi
·
43 sec
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County Route 43: Elkview, Frame Road
10
Turn left onto Frame Road
1.3 mi
·
2 min
·
Frame Road
11
Turn slight right
108 ft
·
5 sec
12
Arrive at your destination
Trip Plan
Since this 144.9-mile trip is well-suited for a single day, you have the flexibility to depart whenever fits your schedule best. Plan for at least one stop to break up the 2-hour and 40-minute duration, especially given the technical, turn-heavy nature of the roads. Keep your $23 fuel budget in mind when planning your refueling stops, as the local roads may impact your overall efficiency. Prioritize comfort by taking a break during your longest stretch on the Senator Jennings Randolph Highway to stay alert. A smart tip for this route is to check your tire pressure before leaving Morgantown, as the winding local roads will put more consistent lateral pressure on your vehicle than a standard straight highway.
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.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 72.4 miles from Morgantown, WV, or about 1h 20m 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 28m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 72.4 miles or 1h 20m 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 11m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Elkview, 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 144.9 miles and 2h 40m.
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 72.4 mi from Morgantown, WV · 1h 20m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
72 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 72.4 miles from Morgantown, WV, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Elkview, WV
The final approach into Elkview, 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 Elkview, 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
$22.66 one way
$45.32 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
51 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.34 | $24.78 | $49.55 |
| premium | $4.70 | $26.82 | $53.64 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $31.99 | $63.98 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$23
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$48–$73
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 50.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $15 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 43.5 | 0 | $15.21 | $6.96 |
| Efficient EV | 36.2 | 0 | $12.68 | $5.80 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 58 | 0 | $20.29 | $9.27 |
Gas CO2
51 kg
EV CO2
17 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
Elkview, WV
Afternoon in Elkview on Tuesday
Local time
4:33 PM
EDT
Current temp
63°F
Mostly Cloudy
S 9 mph
6% chance
Live forecast
Special Weather Statement
Special Weather Statement issued April 12 at 1:43PM EDT by NWS Baltimore MD/Washington DC
74°F
Newtown, PA
72 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
25 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
2h 40m on the road
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.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Morgantown, WV to Elkview, WV covers 144.9 miles and takes about 2h 40m 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 72.4 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 $22.66 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.
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 Elkview, WV is easy. At 2h 40m 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 Elkview, WV is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Morgantown, WV to Elkview, WV does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
Gently rolling terrain. The route ranges from 599 ft to 1,454 ft elevation with about 2,070 ft of total climbing.
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