Origin
Point Pleasant, WV
Afternoon in Point Pleasant on Tuesday
Local time
4:36 PM
EDT
Current temp
62°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Point Pleasant, WV to Morgantown, WV
Data updated 0 seconds ago
Drive Time
3h 16m
Distance
167.2 mi
269 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$26
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
3h 4m
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6 AM
3h 16m
8 AM
3h 40m
10 AM
3h 24m
12 PM
3h 22m
3 PM
3h 26m
5 PM
3h 39m
8 PM
3h 9m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Point Pleasant, WV
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Morgantown, WV
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Trip Overview
Spanning 167.2 miles, the journey from Point Pleasant to Morgantown is a manageable trek that takes approximately 2 hours and 53 minutes behind the wheel. Because the duration is relatively short, this route is perfectly suited for a single-day trip, meaning you won't need to worry about booking an overnight stay. You can expect to spend about $26 on fuel, making this a budget-friendly option for your West Virginia travel plans. Navigating through the Southeast region, you will rely primarily on 6th Street, US 50, and Corridor D to reach your destination. While the drive is straightforward, it is best to view this as a practical transit between two points rather than a leisurely sightseeing tour.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
83.6 miles from Point Pleasant, WV
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 38m into the drive .
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Drive Character
Expect a turn-heavy, local-road experience rather than a monotonous interstate cruise, as this route features a 0% highway share. You won't find any long, uninterrupted stretches here, as the longest segment on 6th Street is 0 miles, requiring your full attention on the winding path ahead. The character of the drive is defined by its technical nature, keeping you engaged with constant adjustments and local maneuvering. By avoiding major interstates, you gain a more intimate look at the regional landscape, though it comes at the cost of slower, more deliberate travel speeds. Prepare for a hands-on driving experience that demands focus throughout the entire 167.2-mile trip.
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.
6th 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 Point Pleasant, WV to Morgantown, WV is easy. At 3h 16m 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 Point Pleasant, WV to Morgantown, WV is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| 6th Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| US 50 | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Corridor D | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| I 79 North | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Senator Jennings Randolph Highway | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| I 68 East | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| US 119 | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Grafton Road | Unavailable | Refreshing |
Per-road distance and duration are being refreshed from OSRM for this route.
Longest stretch:
6th Street
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Point Pleasant, WV and Morgantown, WV.
1
Start on Viand Street
39 ft
·
8 sec
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Viand Street
2
Turn left onto 6th Street
4.5 mi
·
5 min
·
6th Street
3
Continue straight
25 mi
·
30 min
4
Turn left
30 mi
·
32 min
5
Take the exit slight right toward US 50: Downtown Parkersburg
0.3 mi
·
43 sec
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US 50: Downtown Parkersburg
6
Turn right onto Corridor D
72 mi
·
1 hr 24 min
·
Corridor D
7
Take the exit slight right toward I 79 North
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
I 79 North
8
Merge slight left onto Senator Jennings Randolph Highway
29 mi
·
31 min
·
Senator Jennings Randolph Highway
9
Take the exit slight right toward I 68 East: Cumberland
0.3 mi
·
43 sec
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I 68 East: Cumberland
10
Continue straight
0.7 mi
·
45 sec
11
Take the exit slight right toward US 119: Downtown
0.3 mi
·
46 sec
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US 119: Downtown
12
Keep slight left
105 ft
·
5 sec
13
Turn left onto Grafton Road
2.2 mi
·
3 min
·
Grafton Road
14
Continue on University Avenue
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
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Spruce Street
17
Turn left onto Walnut Street
299 ft
·
12 sec
·
Walnut Street
18
Turn left onto High Street
62 ft
·
2 sec
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High Street
19
Arrive at your destination
Trip Plan
Since this is a turn-heavy drive, plan to depart during daylight hours to ensure you can clearly navigate the local roads. We recommend building in at least one stop to stretch your legs and break up the technical nature of the route, which will help keep you alert. Budgeting $26 for gas is a good baseline, but keep an eye on your fuel levels early, as local roads may offer fewer service stations than a major interstate. Given the lack of high-speed highway segments, remain flexible with your arrival time to account for the slower pace. Most importantly, prioritize patience on the tighter turns and stay mindful of the road conditions as you transition between the various local segments.
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 83.6 miles from Point Pleasant, WV, or about 1h 38m 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 33m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 83.6 miles or 1h 38m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 2h 40m
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 Point Pleasant, 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 Point Pleasant, WV
This is one driving day of about 167.2 miles and 3h 16m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Point Pleasant, 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.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 83.6 mi from Point Pleasant, WV · 1h 38m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
84 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 83.6 miles from Point Pleasant, 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
$26.15 one way
$52.29 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
59 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.34 | $28.59 | $57.18 |
| premium | $4.70 | $30.95 | $61.89 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $36.92 | $73.83 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$26
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$51–$76
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 58.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $18 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 50.2 | 0 | $17.56 | $8.03 |
| Efficient EV | 41.8 | 0 | $14.63 | $6.69 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 66.9 | 0 | $23.41 | $10.70 |
Gas CO2
59 kg
EV CO2
20 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
Afternoon in Morgantown on Tuesday
Local time
4:36 PM
EDT
Current temp
38°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
74°F
Newtown, PA
84 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
24 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
3h 16m 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 Point Pleasant, WV to Morgantown, WV covers 167.2 miles and takes about 3h 16m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are 6th Street, US 50, Corridor D. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 83.6 miles from Point Pleasant, WV. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $26.15 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. A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
The drive from Point Pleasant, WV to Morgantown, WV is easy. At 3h 16m 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 Point Pleasant, WV to Morgantown, WV is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Point Pleasant, WV to Morgantown, WV does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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