Origin
Morgantown, WV
Evening in Morgantown on Tuesday
Local time
6:01 PM
EDT
Current temp
38°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Morgantown, WV to Ohio County, WV
Data updated 3 hours ago
Drive Time
1h 35m
Distance
72.7 mi
117 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$11
one way
EV Charging
Excellent
18 DC fast
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 28m
★
6 AM
1h 36m
8 AM
1h 50m
10 AM
1h 41m
12 PM
1h 39m
3 PM
1h 41m
5 PM
1h 49m
8 PM
1h 31m
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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Trip Overview
This 72.7-mile journey from Morgantown, WV to Ohio County, WV is best tackled in a single day, taking approximately 1 hour and 35 minutes to complete. With a fuel cost estimated at $11, this drive is an affordable option for a quick excursion. You'll primarily travel on Senator Jennings Randolph Highway and USS West Virginia Memorial Highway, experiencing a route with many turns rather than high-speed highway cruising. Given its relatively short duration and local road focus, this trip is ideal for a leisurely day out without the need for an overnight stay. Both the origin and destination are within the Southeast region of West Virginia, keeping the scenery consistent throughout.
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
36.4 miles from Morgantown, WV
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 45m into the drive .
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Drive Character
Expect a 'turn-heavy local drive' for this 72.7-mile route, as indicated by its 0% highway share. The road personality leans towards navigating local byways and winding paths, rather than long, straight highway stretches. Your longest continuous segment of driving will be 62.5 miles along the Senator Jennings Randolph Highway, offering a substantial period on a single road before transitions occur. This profile suggests a more engaging driving experience, requiring your attention as you navigate numerous curves and changes in direction throughout the 1 hour and 35 minute journey.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 16 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. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near Chancery Row.
Route Complexity
3/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
This is a straightforward 1h 35m drive. You will face about 11 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (Chancery Row): Navigation decision point; at 0.1 miles (Chestnut Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.1 miles (US 119; WV 7 / Walnut Street): Navigation decision point.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 11 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
4
0 mi into trip
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Chancery Row
Turn right onto Chancery Row
Navigation decision point
5
0.1 mi into trip
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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
4
0.2 mi into trip
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~0m in
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US 19; US 119; WV 7 / University Avenue
Turn left onto US 19; US 119; WV 7 / University Avenue
Navigation decision point
5
2.5 mi into trip
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~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.
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 Ohio County, WV, road signs begin pointing toward Cr 41 along the way.
Cr 41
68.2 mi in
|
~1h 21m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Senator Jennings Randolph Highway | 62.5 mi | 1h 11m |
| USS West Virginia Memorial Highway | 3.2 mi | 3m |
| Point Run Road | 2.2 mi | 8m |
| Dallas Pike | 1.9 mi | 4m |
| Fairmont Road | 1.2 mi | 2m |
| Pleasant Street | 0.8 mi | 2m |
| Chapel Hill Road | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| University Avenue | <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 Ohio County, WV.
1
Start on High Street
134 ft
·
6 sec
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High Street
2
Turn right onto Chancery Row
288 ft
·
14 sec
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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
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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
3.2 mi
·
3 min
·
USS West Virginia Memorial Highway
11
Take the exit
0.1 mi
·
18 sec
Toward CR 41
12
Turn right onto CR 41
1.9 mi
·
4 min
·
Dallas Pike
13
At end of road, turn right onto US 40
31 ft
·
5 sec
·
National Road
14
Turn left onto CR 27
2.2 mi
·
8 min
·
Point Run Road
15
At end of road, turn right onto CR 8
0.3 mi
·
59 sec
·
Chapel Hill Road
16
Arrive at destination
CR 8
Trip Plan
For this 1 hour and 35 minute drive covering 72.7 miles, flexibility is your best asset. Since there are no designated stops, plan your own breaks as needed, perhaps at one of the many points where the Senator Jennings Randolph Highway offers opportunities to pull over. The estimated fuel cost of $11 means you won't need to worry extensively about refueling, but it's always wise to start with a full tank. Given the 'turn-heavy local drive' profile, pay close attention to your navigation, especially on the longer 62.5-mile stretch of Senator Jennings Randolph Highway, to ensure you're on the right path towards Ohio County.
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 36.4 miles from Morgantown, WV, or about 45m 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 72.7 miles or 1h 35m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 36.4 miles or 45m 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 14m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Ohio County, 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 72.7 miles and 1h 35m.
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 36.4 mi from Morgantown, WV · 45m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
36 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 72.7 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 36.4 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 Ohio County, WV
The final approach into Ohio County, 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 Ohio County, 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
$11.37 one way
$22.74 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
25 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.34 | $12.43 | $24.86 |
| premium | $4.70 | $13.46 | $26.91 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $16.05 | $32.10 |
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: 25.4 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
Non-Networked: 1
NAYAX_ENERGY: 1
FORD_CHARGE: 1
Station data from NREL Alternative Fuel Stations database.
Driving Electric?
About $8 in charging · 0 stops · 64% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 21.8 | 0 | $7.63 | $3.49 |
| Efficient EV | 18.2 | 0 | $6.36 | $2.91 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 29.1 | 0 | $10.18 | $4.65 |
Gas CO2
25 kg
EV CO2
9 kg (64% 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
Ohio County, WV
Evening in Ohio County on Tuesday
Local time
6:01 PM
EDT
Current temp
78°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
52°F
Mina, NY
36 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
40 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
1h 35m 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 Ohio County, WV covers 72.7 miles and takes about 1h 35m 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, Point Run Road. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 36.4 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 $11.37 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 is a straightforward 1h 35m drive. You will face about 11 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (Chancery Row): Navigation decision point; at 0.1 miles (Chestnut Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.1 miles (US 119; WV 7 / Walnut Street): Navigation decision point.
On the drive from Morgantown, WV to Ohio County, WV, road signs begin pointing toward Cr 41 along the way.
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