Origin
Saint Marys, WV
Evening in Saint Marys on Tuesday
Local time
6:02 PM
EDT
Current temp
59°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Saint Marys, WV to Morgantown, WV
Data updated 0 seconds ago
Drive Time
1h 58m
Distance
94.9 mi
153 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$15
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 50m
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6 AM
1h 58m
8 AM
2h 15m
10 AM
2h 4m
12 PM
2h 2m
3 PM
2h 5m
5 PM
2h 14m
8 PM
1h 53m
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
Connecting Saint Marys to Morgantown, this 94.9-mile journey across West Virginia typically takes about 1 hour and 58 minutes. Because the trip is relatively short, it is perfectly suited for a single-day excursion, meaning you won't need to worry about booking overnight accommodations. Budget approximately $15 for fuel to cover the distance between these two southeastern West Virginia locations. You will spend the entirety of the trip on highways, primarily utilizing Corridor D and the Senator Jennings Randolph Highway. Expect a straightforward transition between these two points, making it a reliable route for those looking to reach Morgantown efficiently.
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
47.4 miles from Saint Marys, WV
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 59m into the drive .
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Drive Character
Expect a drive that is entirely highway-based, providing a consistent pace from start to finish. You will spend a significant portion of your time on Corridor D, which features a 44.9-mile stretch that serves as the longest uninterrupted segment of the trip. While the route is fully paved and highway-focused, be prepared for a turn-heavy experience as you navigate the local terrain. The road character shifts as you transition onto the Senator Jennings Randolph Highway and eventually approach High Street. Maintaining focus is key, as the winding nature of these roads requires a bit more engagement behind the wheel than a standard, flat interstate.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 21 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Clay 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 Saint Marys, WV to Morgantown, WV is easy. At 1h 58m 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 Saint Marys, WV to Morgantown, WV is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Clay Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| 3rd Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| 2nd Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| High Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Main Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Corridor D | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| I 79 North | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Senator Jennings Randolph Highway | Unavailable | Refreshing |
Per-road distance and duration are being refreshed from OSRM for this route.
Longest stretch:
Clay Street
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Saint Marys, WV and Morgantown, WV.
1
Start on 2nd Street
30 ft
·
5 sec
·
2nd Street
2
Turn right onto Clay Street
351 ft
·
10 sec
·
Clay Street
3
Turn left onto 3rd Street
0.3 mi
·
28 sec
·
3rd Street
4
Continue on 2nd Street
390 ft
·
9 sec
·
2nd Street
5
Turn right onto High Street
14 mi
·
20 min
·
High Street
6
Continue on Main Street
0.3 mi
·
31 sec
·
Main Street
7
Take the ramp left
0.3 mi
·
39 sec
8
Merge slight left onto Corridor D
45 mi
·
53 min
·
Corridor D
9
Take the exit slight right toward I 79 North
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
I 79 North
10
Merge slight left onto Senator Jennings Randolph Highway
29 mi
·
31 min
·
Senator Jennings Randolph Highway
11
Take the exit slight right toward I 68 East: Cumberland
0.3 mi
·
43 sec
·
I 68 East: Cumberland
12
Continue straight
0.7 mi
·
45 sec
13
Take the exit slight right toward US 119: Downtown
0.3 mi
·
46 sec
·
US 119: Downtown
14
Keep slight left
105 ft
·
5 sec
15
Turn left onto Grafton Road
2.2 mi
·
3 min
·
Grafton Road
16
Continue on University Avenue
1.5 mi
·
2 min
·
University Avenue
17
Turn right onto Kirk Street
0.2 mi
·
32 sec
·
Kirk Street
18
Continue on Spruce Street
0.2 mi
·
34 sec
·
Spruce Street
19
Turn left onto Walnut Street
299 ft
·
12 sec
·
Walnut Street
20
Turn left onto High Street
62 ft
·
2 sec
·
High Street
21
Arrive at your destination
Trip Plan
Since this is a sub-two-hour trip, you have plenty of flexibility regarding your departure time, though leaving in the morning will help you avoid any potential congestion as you near the city. You won't need to plan for any formal stops given the manageable duration, but keep an eye on your fuel gauge before leaving Saint Marys to ensure you stay within your $15 budget. Because the route relies heavily on Corridor D, check local traffic reports for that specific stretch before you head out. Use the lack of required stops to your advantage by keeping your gear organized in the car, allowing for a quick and seamless arrival once you reach High Street.
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 47.4 miles from Saint Marys, WV, or about 59m 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 39m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 47.4 miles or 59m 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 36m
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 Saint Marys, 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 Saint Marys, WV
This is one driving day of about 94.9 miles and 1h 58m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Saint Marys, 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 47.4 mi from Saint Marys, WV · 59m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
47 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 47.4 miles from Saint Marys, 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
$14.84 one way
$29.68 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
33 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.34 | $16.23 | $32.45 |
| premium | $4.70 | $17.56 | $35.13 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $20.95 | $41.91 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$15
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$40–$65
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 33.2 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $10 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 28.5 | 0 | $9.96 | $4.56 |
| Efficient EV | 23.7 | 0 | $8.30 | $3.80 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 38 | 0 | $13.29 | $6.07 |
Gas CO2
33 kg
EV CO2
11 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
Morgantown, WV
Evening in Morgantown on Tuesday
Local time
6:02 PM
EDT
Current temp
38°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
74°F
Newtown, PA
47 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
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
1h 58m 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 Saint Marys, WV to Morgantown, WV covers 94.9 miles and takes about 1h 58m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Clay Street, 3rd Street, 2nd Street. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 47.4 miles from Saint Marys, WV. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $14.84 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 Saint Marys, WV to Morgantown, WV is easy. At 1h 58m 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 Saint Marys, WV to Morgantown, WV is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Saint Marys, WV to Morgantown, WV does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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