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Drive Time
2h 52m
Distance
151.5 mi
244 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$24
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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Martinsburg, WV
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Spanning 151.5 miles across West Virginia, this drive connects Morgantown to Martinsburg in roughly 2 hours and 52 minutes. Given the manageable duration, this route is perfectly suited for a single-day trip, allowing you to reach your destination without the need for an overnight stay. You can expect to spend approximately $24 on fuel, making it a budget-friendly option for your travel plans. Since both cities are located within the Southeast region, the journey offers a consistent geographic experience. Whether you are commuting or heading out for a weekend getaway, the trip is straightforward and efficient.
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
75.7 miles from Morgantown, WV
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 26m into the drive .
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This trip is a highway-focused drive, with 72% of your travel taking place on major thoroughfares. You will spend a significant portion of your time on I-68, which features the route’s longest uninterrupted stretch of 105.1 miles. As you navigate the Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway and the Maryland Veterans Memorial Highway, expect a consistent pace that favors speed over winding local roads. The personality of this drive is functional and direct, prioritizing time-saving interstate travel. You can settle in for a steady, predictable experience behind the wheel.
Hilly terrain with moderate elevation changes
Total Climb
3,188 ft
Total Descent
3,623 ft
Highest Point
2,616 ft
~56.8 mi in
Elevation Range
2,182 ft
Notable High Points
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 Martinsburg, WV is easy. At 2h 52m 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 Martinsburg, WV is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Pleasant Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Spruce Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Willey Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Mileground Road | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Easton Hill Road | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Cheat Road | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Dwight D Eisenhower Highway | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| I 70 | Unavailable | Refreshing |
Per-road distance and duration are being refreshed from OSRM for this route.
Step-by-step road directions between Morgantown, WV and Martinsburg, WV.
Start on High Street
Turn left onto Pleasant Street
Turn left onto Spruce Street
Turn right onto Willey Street
Continue on Mileground Road
Enter the roundabout and take exit 1 toward Mileground Road
Exit the roundabout onto Mileground Road
Continue on Easton Hill Road
Continue on Cheat Road
Turn left
Merge slight left
Continue on Dwight D Eisenhower Highway
Continue on I 70, US 40 (Dwight D Eisenhower Highway)
Continue on Dwight D Eisenhower Highway
Take the exit slight right toward I 81: Roanoke, Harrisburg
Keep slight right to continue on I 81 South: Roanoke
Merge slight left onto Maryland Veterans Memorial Highway
Take the exit slight right toward WV 9 East
Turn straight onto Hedgesville Road
Continue on Edwin Miller Boulevard
Continue on North Queen Street
Turn left onto East King Street
Arrive at your destination
To keep your travel efficient, plan for at least one stop during your 151.5-mile journey to stretch your legs. Because the route relies heavily on major interstates, keep a close eye on traffic reports before you depart to avoid potential delays on high-speed sections. Since the total drive time is under three hours, you have the flexibility to leave in the morning or afternoon without feeling rushed. Always top off your tank before hitting the road to stay within your $24 fuel budget. A helpful tip for this specific route is to prepare for the long 105.1-mile stretch on I-68 by ensuring you have your preferred music or podcasts ready before you merge.
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 80 miles or 1h 31m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 75.7 miles or 1h 26m 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 21m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Martinsburg, 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 151.5 miles and 2h 52m.
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 75.7 mi from Morgantown, WV · 1h 26m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
76 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 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 75.7 miles from Morgantown, WV, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
The final approach into Martinsburg, 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 Martinsburg, WV.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Regular Gas
$23.69 one way
$47.38 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.34 | $25.90 | $51.81 |
| premium | $4.70 | $28.04 | $56.08 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $33.45 | $66.90 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$24
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$49–$74
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 53 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $16 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 45.4 | 0 | $15.91 | $7.27 |
| Efficient EV | 37.9 | 0 | $13.26 | $6.06 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 60.6 | 0 | $21.21 | $9.70 |
Gas CO2
53 kg
EV CO2
18 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.
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Origin
Afternoon in Morgantown on Tuesday
Local time
4:35 PM
EDT
Current temp
44°F
Partly Cloudy
Destination
Afternoon in Martinsburg on Tuesday
Local time
4:35 PM
EDT
Current temp
41°F
Mostly Clear
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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