Origin
Terra Alta, WV
Night in Terra Alta on Wednesday
Local time
10:26 PM
EDT
Current temp
46°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Terra Alta, WV to Morgantown, WV
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
53m
Distance
33.5 mi
54 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$5
one way
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 49m
★
6 AM
0h 53m
8 AM
1h 2m
10 AM
0h 56m
12 PM
0h 55m
3 PM
0h 57m
5 PM
1h 2m
8 PM
0h 51m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Terra Alta, WV
Jason Sherrod
Morgantown, WV
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Trip Overview
If you are looking for a quick excursion through West Virginia, the 33.5-mile journey from Terra Alta to Morgantown is a straightforward option. Expect to spend about 53 minutes behind the wheel, making this a perfect candidate for a single-day trip that requires no overnight stay. You will navigate primarily via South Main Street, State Route 7, and Morgantown Street to complete the trek. With a fuel budget of approximately $5, it is an incredibly economical route to traverse. Since both towns reside within the Southeast region, you will experience a consistent local feel throughout the entire drive.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
0 planned breaks
This drive is short enough that no stops are needed.
Midpoint
16.8 miles from Terra Alta, WV
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 26m into the drive .
Drive Character
Prepare for a turn-heavy local drive that demands your full attention rather than a mindless highway cruise. Only about 28% of this trip consists of highway travel, meaning you will spend the majority of your time navigating local roads. The longest uninterrupted section is an 11.8-mile stretch on South Main Street, which serves as the primary backbone of your journey. Because the route is technical and winding, you should anticipate a drive that feels much more personal and engaged than a standard interstate commute. Enjoy the steady transition as you move from the quieter streets of Terra Alta toward your destination in Morgantown.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 16 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
West State Avenue 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 Terra Alta, WV to Morgantown, WV is easy. At 53m 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 Terra Alta, WV to Morgantown, WV is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| West State Avenue | — | — |
| State Route 7 | — | — |
| Morgantown Street | — | — |
| Veterans Memorial Highway | — | — |
| Kingwood Pike | — | — |
| North Robert Stone Way | — | — |
| South Main Street | — | — |
| Powell Avenue | — | — |
Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.
Longest stretch:
West State Avenue
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Terra Alta, WV and Morgantown, WV.
1
Start on North Main Street
26 ft
·
5 sec
·
North Main Street
2
Turn left onto West State Avenue
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
West State Avenue
3
Continue on State Route 7
9.3 mi
·
13 min
·
State Route 7
4
Continue on Morgantown Street
6.3 mi
·
9 min
·
Morgantown Street
5
Continue on Veterans Memorial Highway
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
Veterans Memorial Highway
6
Continue on Kingwood Pike
0.3 mi
·
27 sec
·
Kingwood Pike
7
Turn right onto North Robert Stone Way
0.5 mi
·
40 sec
·
North Robert Stone Way
8
Continue on Veterans Memorial Highway
2.1 mi
·
3 min
·
Veterans Memorial Highway
9
Continue on South Main Street
12 mi
·
19 min
·
South Main Street
10
Continue on Powell Avenue
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Powell Avenue
11
Continue on Rogers Avenue
0.1 mi
·
22 sec
·
Rogers Avenue
12
Continue on Rogers Avenue
108 ft
·
4 sec
·
Rogers Avenue
13
Turn right onto East Brockway Avenue
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
East Brockway Avenue
14
Turn right onto South Walnut Street
0.2 mi
·
45 sec
·
South Walnut Street
15
Turn left onto High Street
62 ft
·
2 sec
·
High Street
16
Arrive at your destination
Trip Plan
Since this is a short trip, you have the flexibility to depart whenever suits your schedule best without worrying about mid-trip fatigue. You can easily complete the entire 53-minute duration in one go, as there are no official stops required along the way. Keep in mind that the road’s turn-heavy nature means your speed will fluctuate; plan your timing accordingly if you have a strict arrival window in Morgantown. Given the modest $5 fuel cost, fill up your tank before you leave Terra Alta to avoid any last-minute stress. Use the 11.8-mile stretch on South Main Street to find your rhythm early in the drive, as the later portions will require more frequent adjustments to your steering.
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 16.8 miles from Terra Alta, WV, or about 26m 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 33.5 miles or 53m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 16.8 miles or 26m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 45m
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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Have your navigation ready before leaving Terra Alta, WV.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Terra Alta, WV
This is one driving day of about 33.5 miles and 53m.
At 33.5 miles this is a quick drive — no planned stops needed.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 16.8 mi from Terra Alta, WV · 26m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
17 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 33.5 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 16.8 miles from Terra Alta, WV, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Morgantown, WV
Allow a few extra minutes for the final approach into Morgantown, WV if you are unfamiliar with the area.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$5.24 one way
$10.48 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
12 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.34 | $5.73 | $11.46 |
| premium | $4.70 | $6.20 | $12.40 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $7.40 | $14.79 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$5
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$30–$55
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 11.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $4 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 10 | 0 | $3.52 | $1.61 |
| Efficient EV | 8.4 | 0 | $2.93 | $1.34 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 13.4 | 0 | $4.69 | $2.14 |
Gas CO2
12 kg
EV CO2
4 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
Night in Morgantown on Wednesday
Local time
10:26 PM
EDT
Current temp
62°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
16 degrees warmer at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
53m 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 Terra Alta, WV to Morgantown, WV covers 33.5 miles and takes about 53m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are West State Avenue, State Route 7, Morgantown Street. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 16.8 miles from Terra Alta, WV. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $5.24 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 Terra Alta, WV to Morgantown, WV is easy. At 53m 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 Terra Alta, WV to Morgantown, WV is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Terra Alta, WV to Morgantown, WV does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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