Origin
Petersburg, WV
Evening in Petersburg on Tuesday
Local time
6:05 PM
EDT
Current temp
86°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Petersburg, WV to Morgantown, WV
Data updated 0 seconds ago
Drive Time
2h 9m
Distance
99.2 mi
160 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$16
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
2h 0m
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6 AM
2h 9m
8 AM
2h 28m
10 AM
2h 16m
12 PM
2h 14m
3 PM
2h 17m
5 PM
2h 27m
8 PM
2h 4m
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
Stretching 99.2 miles across West Virginia, this direct transit from Petersburg to Morgantown is a manageable journey that takes approximately 2 hours and 9 minutes. Because the entire route is comprised of local roads rather than major interstates, you should plan for a steady pace rather than high-speed cruising. A single day is plenty of time to complete the trip, making it an ideal candidate for a straightforward day trip. With an estimated fuel cost of $15, it remains an economical choice for travelers moving between these two Southeast locations. Whether you are heading north for business or a change of scenery, this route offers a practical connection without the need for an overnight stay.
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
49.6 miles from Petersburg, WV
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 4m into the drive .
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Drive Character
Expect a turn-heavy local drive as you navigate away from Petersburg and head toward Morgantown. You will spend your time on North Main Street, Keyser Avenue, and the George Washington Highway, with a highway share of 0%. Because this route avoids major interstates, there are no long, monotonous stretches; in fact, the longest uninterrupted segment is 0 miles on North Main Street. You should prepare for a hands-on driving experience that requires your full attention on the winding local roads. This path offers a consistent, technical driving feel that contrasts sharply with the typical wide-open interstate experience.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 23 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
North Main Street is one of the defining roads on this drive.
How Hard Is This Drive?
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.
Route Complexity
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
The drive from Petersburg, WV to Morgantown, WV is easy. At 2h 9m 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 Petersburg, WV to Morgantown, WV is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| North Main Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Keyser Avenue | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| George Washington Highway | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Gorman Road | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Lothian Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| East 3rd Avenue | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Paul Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Maryland Highway | Unavailable | Refreshing |
Per-road distance and duration are being refreshed from OSRM for this route.
Longest stretch:
North Main Street
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Petersburg, WV and Morgantown, WV.
1
Start on Virginia Avenue
69 ft
·
4 sec
·
Virginia Avenue
2
Turn right onto North Main Street
0.3 mi
·
31 sec
·
North Main Street
3
Continue on Keyser Avenue
0.5 mi
·
43 sec
·
Keyser Avenue
4
Turn slight right
25 mi
·
40 min
5
Turn left onto George Washington Highway
7.4 mi
·
11 min
·
George Washington Highway
6
Turn right onto Gorman Road
8.7 mi
·
15 min
·
Gorman Road
7
Continue on Lothian Street
0.2 mi
·
21 sec
·
Lothian Street
8
Continue on East 3rd Avenue
0.2 mi
·
18 sec
·
East 3rd Avenue
9
Turn right onto Paul Street
0.2 mi
·
25 sec
·
Paul Street
10
At the end of the road, turn left onto Maryland Highway
1.4 mi
·
2 min
·
Maryland Highway
11
Continue on East Oak Street
1.1 mi
·
2 min
·
East Oak Street
12
Continue on Hutton Road
5.6 mi
·
8 min
·
Hutton Road
13
Continue straight
22 mi
·
32 min
14
Turn right onto North Robert Stone Way
0.5 mi
·
40 sec
·
North Robert Stone Way
15
Continue on Veterans Memorial Highway
2.1 mi
·
3 min
·
Veterans Memorial Highway
16
Continue on South Main Street
12 mi
·
19 min
·
South Main Street
17
Continue on Powell Avenue
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Powell Avenue
18
Continue on Rogers Avenue
0.1 mi
·
22 sec
·
Rogers Avenue
19
Continue on Rogers Avenue
108 ft
·
4 sec
·
Rogers Avenue
20
Turn right onto East Brockway Avenue
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
East Brockway Avenue
21
Turn right onto South Walnut Street
0.2 mi
·
45 sec
·
South Walnut Street
22
Turn left onto High Street
62 ft
·
2 sec
·
High Street
23
Arrive at your destination
Trip Plan
Since this is a relatively short drive, you have the flexibility to depart whenever fits your schedule best. Given the turn-heavy nature of the route, try to avoid driving during peak congestion hours to ensure a smoother experience on the local roadways. You can easily complete the 99.2-mile journey in one go, but keep your $15 fuel budget in mind as you plan your departure from Petersburg. Because there are no scheduled stops provided for this route, make sure your vehicle is fueled and ready before you pull onto North Main Street. Staying alert and pacing yourself through the winding sections of the George Washington Highway will make the two-hour transit much more comfortable.
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 49.6 miles from Petersburg, WV, or about 1h 4m into the drive.
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 44m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 49.6 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 Morgantown, WV than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Petersburg, 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 Petersburg, WV
This is one driving day of about 99.2 miles and 2h 9m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Petersburg, 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.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 49.6 mi from Petersburg, WV · 1h 4m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
50 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 49.6 miles from Petersburg, WV, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Morgantown, WV
The final approach into Morgantown, 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 Morgantown, 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
$15.51 one way
$31.03 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
35 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.34 | $16.96 | $33.92 |
| premium | $4.70 | $18.36 | $36.72 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $21.90 | $43.80 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$16
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$41–$66
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 34.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $10 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 29.8 | 0 | $10.42 | $4.76 |
| Efficient EV | 24.8 | 0 | $8.68 | $3.97 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 39.7 | 0 | $13.89 | $6.35 |
Gas CO2
35 kg
EV CO2
12 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.
Travel Intel
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Destination
Morgantown, WV
Evening in Morgantown on Tuesday
Local time
6:05 PM
EDT
Current temp
38°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
48 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 9m 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 Petersburg, WV to Morgantown, WV covers 99.2 miles and takes about 2h 9m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are North Main Street, Keyser Avenue, George Washington Highway. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 49.6 miles from Petersburg, WV. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $15.51 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.
The drive from Petersburg, WV to Morgantown, WV is easy. At 2h 9m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Petersburg, WV to Morgantown, WV is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Petersburg, WV to Morgantown, WV does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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