Origin
Morgantown, WV
Evening in Morgantown on Tuesday
Local time
6:05 PM
EDT
Current temp
38°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Morgantown, WV to Parkersburg, WV
Data updated 0 seconds ago
Drive Time
2h 12m
Distance
110.9 mi
179 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$17
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
2h 3m
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6 AM
2h 12m
8 AM
2h 31m
10 AM
2h 19m
12 PM
2h 17m
3 PM
2h 19m
5 PM
2h 30m
8 PM
2h 7m
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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Parkersburg, WV
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Trip Overview
Connecting Morgantown to Parkersburg, this 113-mile journey takes approximately 1 hour and 50 minutes to complete. Because the route stays entirely within West Virginia, you can easily manage the trip in a single day without needing an overnight stay. Expect to budget around $18 for fuel, making this a budget-friendly excursion between the two cities. You will navigate through local roads rather than high-speed interstates, which keeps the experience grounded in the regional landscape. Whether you are heading out for business or a quick change of scenery, this straightforward drive offers a practical way to traverse the state.
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
55.5 miles from Morgantown, WV
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 4m into the drive .
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Drive Character
Prepare for a turn-heavy local drive that demands your full attention behind the wheel. Unlike a monotonous interstate slog, this route relies on local thoroughfares like Kirk Street, University Avenue, and Don Knotts Boulevard. With a highway share of 0%, you won’t find any long, high-speed stretches to zone out on; in fact, the longest stretch on Kirk Street is 0 miles. The road’s personality is defined by constant adjustments and local navigation rather than rapid transit. You should anticipate a hands-on driving experience that keeps you engaged with the road from start to finish.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 18 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Corridor D is the longest continuous segment at about 75.2 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 0.1 miles in near Kirk Street.
Route Complexity
7/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
This is a demanding drive. With 14 significant decision points across 110.9 miles, you will need to stay alert — especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (Kirk Street): Navigation decision point; at 4.6 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 34.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 14 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
5
4.6 mi into trip
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~7m in
Keep slight left at fork toward I-79 S: Fairmont
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Toward I-79 S: Fairmont
5
34.3 mi into trip
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~39m in
Take the exit toward US 50: Clarksburg, Bridgeport
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward US 50: Clarksburg, Bridgeport
6
110.6 mi into trip
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~2h 10m in
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Market Street
Turn left onto Market Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / left lanes.
7
110.8 mi into trip
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~2h 11m in
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WV 68 / Juliana Street
Turn right onto WV 68 / Juliana Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
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 Parkersburg, WV, road signs begin pointing toward Bridgeport along the way.
Bridgeport
34.3 mi in
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~39m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Corridor D | 75.2 mi | 1h 28m |
| Senator Jennings Randolph Highway | 28.9 mi | 31m |
| Don Knotts Boulevard | 1.9 mi | 2m |
| University Avenue | 1.5 mi | 2m |
| WV 14 | 0.5 mi | 1m |
| I 68 | 0.4 mi | <1m |
| High Street | 0.1 mi | <1m |
| Juliana Street | 0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Corridor D
— 75.2 mi, about 1h 28m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Morgantown, WV and Parkersburg, 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 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
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I 68
7
Keep slight left at fork
0.8 mi
·
53 sec
Toward I-79 S: Fairmont
8
Merge onto I 79
29 mi
·
31 min
·
Senator Jennings Randolph Highway
9
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
25 sec
Toward US 50: Clarksburg, Bridgeport
10
Keep slight right at fork
357 ft
·
8 sec
11
Merge onto US 50
75 mi
·
1 hr 28 min
·
Corridor D
12
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
37 sec
Toward WV 14: Downtown
13
Turn right onto WV 14
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
WV 14
Use the straight lane.
14
Turn left onto Market Street
0.1 mi
·
28 sec
·
Market Street
Use the straight / left lanes.
15
Turn right onto North 3rd Street
237 ft
·
12 sec
·
North 3rd Street
16
Continue on 3rd Street
224 ft
·
12 sec
·
3rd Street
17
Turn right onto WV 68
0.1 mi
·
27 sec
·
Juliana Street
Use the straight lane.
18
Arrive at destination
WV 68; WV 618
Trip Plan
Since this is a relatively short trip, you have the flexibility to depart whenever suits your schedule best. Keep in mind that because the entire route consists of local roads, travel times can fluctuate based on local traffic patterns, so check your GPS for real-time updates before heading out. There are no mandatory stops included in this 113-mile itinerary, but you may want to stretch your legs given the technical nature of the turns. Since your fuel budget is capped at about $18, topping off your tank in Morgantown before you depart is a smart way to avoid searching for stations along the more winding segments. Prioritize comfort, as the continuous turning requires more physical engagement than a typical highway cruise.
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 55.5 miles from Morgantown, WV, or about 1h 4m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 75.2 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 33m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 55.5 miles or 1h 4m 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 46m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Parkersburg, 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 110.9 miles and 2h 12m.
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 Corridor D for about 75.2 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 55.5 mi from Morgantown, WV · 1h 4m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
55 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 55.5 miles from Morgantown, WV, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before Corridor D if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 75.2 miles.
Arriving in Parkersburg, WV
The final approach into Parkersburg, 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 Parkersburg, 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
$17.34 one way
$34.68 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
39 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.34 | $18.96 | $37.92 |
| premium | $4.70 | $20.53 | $41.05 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $24.49 | $48.97 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$17
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$42–$67
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 38.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $12 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 33.3 | 0 | $11.64 | $5.32 |
| Efficient EV | 27.7 | 0 | $9.70 | $4.44 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 44.4 | 0 | $15.53 | $7.10 |
Gas CO2
39 kg
EV CO2
13 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
Parkersburg, WV
Evening in Parkersburg on Tuesday
Local time
6:05 PM
EDT
Current temp
38°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
74°F
Newtown, PA
55 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
Very similar conditions
Both ends of the route are sitting at about the same temperature right now.
Road read
2h 12m 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 Parkersburg, WV covers 110.9 miles and takes about 2h 12m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Corridor D, Senator Jennings Randolph Highway, Don Knotts Boulevard. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 55.5 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 $17.34 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 demanding drive. With 14 significant decision points across 110.9 miles, you will need to stay alert — especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (Kirk Street): Navigation decision point; at 4.6 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 34.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
On the drive from Morgantown, WV to Parkersburg, WV, road signs begin pointing toward Bridgeport along the way.
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