This 111.5-mile journey from Parkersburg, WV to Morgantown, WV takes approximately 2 hours and 13 minutes to complete. Primarily utilizing Corridor D and Senator Jennings Randolph Highway, this drive is best suited as a single-day trip, with an estimated fuel cost of $17. The route offers a turn-heavy local driving experience, so plan for a more engaged drive rather than a simple highway cruise. As both your origin and destination are within the Southeast region, you'll be exploring the varied landscapes of West Virginia throughout your adventure. No specific stops are noted, so you can tailor your breaks as needed.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
55.8 miles from Parkersburg, WV
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 1h 7m into the drive
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Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 13m. Total distance: 111.5 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 13m drive, comfortable solo distance.
Scenic Drive
Turn-heavy local drive route profile.
Drive Character
Expect a turn-heavy local drive for this 111.5-mile route, with a significant portion on main roads like Corridor D and Senator Jennings Randolph Highway. While the highway share is 100%, the character leans towards a more engaged driving experience rather than a monotonous interstate grind. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 75.3 miles on Corridor D, offering a solid period of consistent travel. As you progress, the road will likely transition through various local terrains, requiring your attention.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 19 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 75.3 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. You will hit about 14 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 0.1 miles in near 6th Street.
Driving Effort6/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 111.5 miles you will encounter 14 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: at 0.1 miles (6th Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.3 miles (Green Street): Complex interchange - multiple decisions in a short stretch; at 0.4 miles (WV 14 / 5th Street): Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 14 key points
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
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0.1 mi into trip|~0m in|6th Street
Turn right onto 6th Street
Navigation decision point
6
0.3 mi into trip|~1m in|Green Street
At end of road, turn right onto Green Street
Complex interchange - multiple decisions in a short stretch
5
0.4 mi into trip|~1m in|WV 14 / 5th Street
Turn left onto WV 14 / 5th Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
5
107.4 mi into trip|~2h 6m in
Keep slight left at fork
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
5
111.5 mi into trip|~2h 13m in|WV 7 / Walnut Street
Turn left onto WV 7 / Walnut Street
Navigation decision point
Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
Corridor D
75.3 mi
1h 28m
Senator Jennings Randolph Highway
29 mi
31m
Grafton Road
2.2 mi
3m
University Avenue
1.5 mi
2m
I 68
0.7 mi
<1m
5th Street
0.5 mi
1m
6th Street
0.2 mi
<1m
Kirk Street
0.2 mi
<1m
Longest stretch:
Corridor D
— 75.3 mi, about 1h 28m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Parkersburg, WV and Morgantown, WV.
1
Start on WV 68; WV 618
449 ft·21 sec·Juliana Street
Use the straight / left lanes.
2
Turn right onto 6th Street
0.2 mi·50 sec·6th Street
3
At end of road, turn right onto Green Street
363 ft·19 sec·Green Street
4
Turn left onto WV 14
0.5 mi·1 min·5th Street
Use the left lane.
5
Take the ramp
0.2 mi·24 sec
6
Merge onto US 50
75 mi·1 hr 28 min·Corridor D
7
Take the exit
0.6 mi·1 min
Toward I 79 North
8
Merge onto I 79
29 mi·31 min·Senator Jennings Randolph Highway
9
Take the exit
0.3 mi·43 sec
Toward I 68 East: Cumberland
10
Continue on I 68
0.7 mi·45 sec·I 68
11
Take the exit
0.3 mi·45 sec
Toward US 119: Downtown
12
Keep slight left at fork
106 ft·4 sec
13
Turn left onto US 119
2.2 mi·3 min·Grafton Road
14
Continue on US 119
1.5 mi·2 min·University Avenue
15
Turn right onto Kirk Street
0.2 mi·32 sec·Kirk Street
16
Continue on Spruce Street
0.2 mi·34 sec·Spruce Street
17
Turn left onto WV 7
300 ft·12 sec·Walnut Street
18
Turn left onto High Street
64 ft·2 sec·High Street
19
Arrive at destination
High Street
Trip Plan
With a total duration of just over 2 hours, this 111.5-mile drive from Parkersburg to Morgantown is easily manageable in a single day. Flexibility is your advantage here; you can depart at your convenience without feeling rushed. Given the estimated fuel cost of $17, it's wise to ensure your tank is full before you leave Parkersburg to avoid needing an early top-off. Pay attention to the 'turn-heavy local drive' profile, as this suggests frequent changes in direction or road type, so stay alert and consult your navigation.
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 55.8 miles from Parkersburg, WV, or about 1h 7m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 75.3 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 25 miles or 31m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 55.8 miles or 1h 7m 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 48m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Morgantown, WV than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Parkersburg, 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 Parkersburg, WV
This is one driving day of about 111.5 miles and 2h 13m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 25 miles from Parkersburg, WV.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on Corridor D for about 75.3 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 55.8 mi from Parkersburg, WV
· 1h 7m into the drive
Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$17.44 one way
$34.87 round trip
$3.97/gal25.4 MPG avg39 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.34
$19.06
$38.13
premium
$4.70
$20.64
$41.27
diesel
$5.61
$24.62
$49.24
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: 39 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
33.4
0
$11.71
$5.35
Efficient EV
27.9
0
$9.76
$4.46
EV Truck/SUV
44.6
0
$15.61
$7.14
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.
Forecast as of Apr 15, 2026
Origin
Parkersburg, WV
Afternoon
in Parkersburg on Friday
Local time
3:40 PM
EDT
Current temp
67°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Morgantown, WV
Afternoon
in Morgantown on Friday
Local time
3:40 PM
EDT
Current temp
62°F
Unavailable
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
5 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
2h 13m 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 Parkersburg, WV to Morgantown, WV covers 111.5 miles and takes about 2h 13m 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, Grafton Road. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 55.8 miles from Parkersburg, WV. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $17.44 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 drive requires moderate attention. Across 111.5 miles you will encounter 14 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: at 0.1 miles (6th Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.3 miles (Green Street): Complex interchange - multiple decisions in a short stretch; at 0.4 miles (WV 14 / 5th Street): Lane positioning matters here.
The route from Parkersburg, WV to Morgantown, WV does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
