Origin
Moundsville, WV
Afternoon in Moundsville on Tuesday
Local time
4:36 PM
EDT
Current temp
62°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Moundsville, WV to Martinsburg, WV
Data updated 0 seconds ago
Drive Time
4h 25m
Distance
234 mi
377 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$37
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
4h 12m
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6 AM
4h 25m
8 AM
4h 52m
10 AM
4h 35m
12 PM
4h 32m
3 PM
4h 36m
5 PM
4h 51m
8 PM
4h 17m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Moundsville, WV
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Martinsburg, WV
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Trip Overview
Connecting Moundsville to Martinsburg requires a 234-mile trek that spans roughly 4 hours and 25 minutes of driving time. This route stays entirely within West Virginia, transitioning across the state's diverse landscape. Because the journey is manageable within a single day, you likely won't need an overnight stay, though you should budget approximately $37 for fuel. You will primarily utilize I-68, the Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway, and the Dragon Highway to complete the crossing. Whether you are commuting or road-tripping, this straightforward path provides a reliable connection between these two regions.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is possible, but it will make for a full day on the road.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
Midpoint
117 miles from Moundsville, WV
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 14m into the drive .
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Drive Character
Expect a varied experience behind the wheel, as this is a mixed-drive profile that balances highway efficiency with local routing. With about 55% of the trip occurring on highways, you will encounter both high-speed stretches and more deliberate driving segments. The most significant portion of your time will be spent on I-68, which accounts for your longest uninterrupted stretch of 112.3 miles. As you transition between these road types, the pace of the drive shifts, offering a blend of fast-paced interstate travel and the more nuanced character of the Dragon Highway.
Expect a mix of faster highway mileage and slower local approaches near the beginning or end.
There are about 32 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
I 68 is the longest continuous segment at about 112.3 miles.
Elevation Profile
Hilly terrain with moderate elevation changes
2,448 ft
442 ft
Total Climb
3,229 ft
Total Descent
3,472 ft
Highest Point
2,448 ft
~136.5 mi in
Elevation Range
2,006 ft
How Hard Is This Drive?
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. You will hit about 13 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near CH 250/88 / Jefferson Avenue.
Route Complexity
6/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 234 miles you will encounter 13 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (CH 250/88 / Jefferson Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 1.2 miles (US 250 / Waynesburg Pike Road): Navigation decision point; at 216.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 13 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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~0m in
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CH 250/88 / Jefferson Avenue
Turn left onto CH 250/88 / Jefferson Avenue
Navigation decision point
5
1.2 mi into trip
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~1m in
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US 250 / Waynesburg Pike Road
At end of road, turn left onto US 250 / Waynesburg Pike Road
Navigation decision point
8
216.8 mi into trip
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~4h 3m in
Take the exit toward I 81: Roanoke, Harrisburg
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 26
Toward I 81: Roanoke, Harrisburg
7
217 mi into trip
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~4h 4m in
Keep slight right at fork toward I 81 South: Roanoke
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Toward I 81 South: Roanoke
5
217.4 mi into trip
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~4h 4m in
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I 81 / Maryland Veterans Memorial Highway
Merge onto I 81 / Maryland Veterans Memorial 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 Moundsville, WV to Martinsburg, WV, road signs begin pointing toward Harrisburg along the way.
Harrisburg
216.8 mi in
|
~4h 3m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 68 | 112.3 mi | 2h 3m |
| Dwight D Eisenhower Highway | 20.9 mi | 22m |
| Dragon Highway | 15.2 mi | 17m |
| Waynesburg Pike Road | 14.8 mi | 16m |
| Maryland Veterans Memorial Highway | 13.2 mi | 14m |
| United States Highway 250 | 12.4 mi | 14m |
| Senator Jennings Randolph Highway | 11.9 mi | 12m |
| Hornet Highway | 11.1 mi | 12m |
Longest stretch:
I 68
— 112.3 mi, about 2h 3m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Moundsville, WV and Martinsburg, WV.
1
Start on 5th Street
38 ft
·
7 sec
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5th Street
2
Turn left onto CH 250/88
0.3 mi
·
42 sec
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Jefferson Avenue
3
Turn right onto US 250
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
1st Street
4
At end of road, turn left onto US 250
15 mi
·
16 min
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Waynesburg Pike Road
5
Continue on US 250
11 mi
·
12 min
·
Dragon Highway
6
Continue on US 250
0.6 mi
·
41 sec
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Dragon Highway
7
Continue on US 250
3.5 mi
·
4 min
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Dragon Highway
8
Continue on US 250
11 mi
·
12 min
·
Hornet Highway
9
Continue on US 250
9.3 mi
·
10 min
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Husky Highway
10
Continue on US 250
1.7 mi
·
1 min
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Main Street
11
Continue on US 250
12 mi
·
14 min
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United States Highway 250
12
Turn left onto US 19; US 250
0.1 mi
·
16 sec
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Adams Street
13
Turn right onto Jefferson Street
0.3 mi
·
59 sec
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Jefferson Street
14
Turn left onto WV 310
0.2 mi
·
33 sec
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Merchant Street
15
Continue on WV 310
1.0 mi
·
2 min
·
East Park Avenue
16
Turn right onto WV 310
0.4 mi
·
56 sec
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Grafton Road
17
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
24 sec
18
Merge onto I 79
12 mi
·
12 min
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Senator Jennings Randolph Highway
19
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
43 sec
Toward I 68 East: Cumberland
20
Continue on I 68
112 mi
·
2 hr 3 min
·
I 68
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
21
Continue on I 70; US 40
4.7 mi
·
5 min
·
Dwight D Eisenhower Highway
22
Continue on I 70; US 40
3.3 mi
·
3 min
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I 70, US 40 (Dwight D Eisenhower Highway)
23
Continue on I 70
16 mi
·
17 min
·
Dwight D Eisenhower Highway
24
Take the exit
0.1 mi
·
15 sec
Exit 26
Toward I 81: Roanoke, Harrisburg
Use the slight right lane.
25
Keep slight right at fork
0.5 mi
·
53 sec
Toward I 81 South: Roanoke
Use the slight right lane.
26
Merge onto I 81
13 mi
·
14 min
·
Maryland Veterans Memorial Highway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
27
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
46 sec
Toward WV 9 East
28
Turn straight onto WV 9
0.4 mi
·
41 sec
·
Hedgesville Road
29
Continue on WV 9
1.4 mi
·
2 min
·
Edwin Miller Boulevard
30
Continue on US 11; WV 9
1.2 mi
·
2 min
·
North Queen Street
31
Turn left onto East King Street
17 ft
·
0 sec
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East King Street
32
Arrive at destination
East King Street
Trip Plan
Since this is a one-day trip, your best bet is to plan for at least one dedicated stop to break up the 4-hour-and-25-minute duration. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, as the $37 estimated cost can fluctuate based on your vehicle's efficiency and local station pricing. Flexibility is a major advantage here, allowing you to depart whenever suits your schedule without the pressure of an overnight itinerary. Before heading out, ensure you are comfortable with the transition from the long, 112.3-mile stretch on I-68 to the local roads that follow. Pacing yourself during that long interstate segment will help you stay sharp for the remainder of the drive into Martinsburg.
Morning Departure
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Evening Departure
A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 117 miles from Moundsville, WV, or about 2h 14m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 112.3 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 117 miles or 2h 14m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 3h 37m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Martinsburg, WV than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Moundsville, 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 Moundsville, WV
This is one driving day of about 234 miles and 4h 25m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Moundsville, 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.
The longest stretch is on I 68 for about 112.3 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 117 mi from Moundsville, WV · 2h 14m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
Municipality of Bethel Park, PA
117 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
Municipality of Bethel Park, PA
Fuel and coffeeA short stop after about 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 117 miles from Moundsville, WV, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before I 68 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 112.3 miles.
Arriving in Martinsburg, WV
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.
After long uninterrupted mileage, take five minutes before the last urban segment to reset and refocus on exits, merges, and city traffic.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$36.59 one way
$73.18 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
82 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.34 | $40.01 | $80.02 |
| premium | $4.70 | $43.31 | $86.62 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $51.66 | $103.33 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$37
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$62–$87
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 81.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $25 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 70.2 | 0 | $24.57 | $11.23 |
| Efficient EV | 58.5 | 0 | $20.47 | $9.36 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 93.6 | 1 | $32.76 | $14.98 |
Gas CO2
82 kg
EV CO2
27 kg (67% less)
Plan for 0 charging stops, roughly every 270 miles. Allow 25-40 minutes per stop at a DC fast charger.
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
Martinsburg, WV
Afternoon in Martinsburg on Tuesday
Local time
4:36 PM
EDT
Current temp
41°F
Mostly Clear
N 3 mph
0% chance
Live forecast
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
21 degrees cooler at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
4h 25m on the road
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Moundsville, WV to Martinsburg, WV covers 234 miles and takes about 4h 25m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 68, Dwight D Eisenhower Highway, Dragon Highway. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 117 miles from Moundsville, WV. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $36.59 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left. A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
Plan about 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, or rest. Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 234 miles you will encounter 13 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (CH 250/88 / Jefferson Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 1.2 miles (US 250 / Waynesburg Pike Road): Navigation decision point; at 216.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
On the drive from Moundsville, WV to Martinsburg, WV, road signs begin pointing toward Harrisburg along the way.
Hilly terrain with moderate elevation changes. The route ranges from 442 ft to 2,448 ft elevation with about 3,229 ft of total climbing.
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