Origin
Weston, WV
Afternoon in Weston on Tuesday
Local time
4:36 PM
EDT
Current temp
39°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Weston, WV to Morgantown, WV
Data updated 0 seconds ago
Drive Time
1h 8m
Distance
58.2 mi
94 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$9
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 3m
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6 AM
1h 8m
8 AM
1h 19m
10 AM
1h 12m
12 PM
1h 11m
3 PM
1h 13m
5 PM
1h 19m
8 PM
1h 5m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Weston, WV
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Morgantown, WV
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Trip Overview
Connecting Weston to Morgantown, this 58.2-mile journey is an straightforward trip that typically takes about 1 hour and 8 minutes. Because the distance is relatively short, you can easily complete this drive in a single day, making it an ideal choice for a quick regional excursion within West Virginia. You should plan for a fuel budget of approximately $9 to cover the distance comfortably. The route relies heavily on major thoroughfares, including the Senator Jennings Randolph Highway, East 3rd Street, and Grafton Road. Whether you are commuting or heading out for a day of exploration, this transit is efficient and requires no overnight stops to reach your destination.
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
29.1 miles from Weston, WV
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 34m into the drive .
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Drive Character
Expect a turn-heavy local drive that demands your full attention behind the wheel. The route is entirely highway-based, ensuring a consistent pace as you transition between the Senator Jennings Randolph Highway and local connectors. You will spend the bulk of your time on the highway, with a longest uninterrupted stretch of 49.5 miles that allows you to settle into the drive. As you navigate the winding sections of the road, the character of the journey shifts from high-speed highway travel to the more technical demands of local roads. It is a practical drive that favors functionality over the monotony of long-distance interstate cruising.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 17 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Center Street is one of the defining roads on this drive.
Elevation Profile
Mostly flat terrain
1,260 ft
886 ft
Total Climb
743 ft
Total Descent
876 ft
Highest Point
1,260 ft
~54 mi in
Elevation Range
373 ft
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 Weston, WV to Morgantown, WV is easy. At 1h 8m 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 Weston, WV to Morgantown, WV is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Center Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| East 3rd Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Corridor H | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Senator Jennings Randolph Highway | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| I 68 East | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| US 119 | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Grafton Road | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| University Avenue | Unavailable | Refreshing |
Per-road distance and duration are being refreshed from OSRM for this route.
Longest stretch:
Center Street
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Weston, WV and Morgantown, WV.
1
Start on 2nd Street
433 ft
·
16 sec
·
2nd Street
2
Turn left onto Center Street
0.1 mi
·
15 sec
·
Center Street
3
Turn right onto East 3rd Street
2.5 mi
·
3 min
·
East 3rd Street
4
Continue on Corridor H
0.2 mi
·
20 sec
·
Corridor H
5
Turn left
0.3 mi
·
36 sec
6
Merge slight left onto Senator Jennings Randolph Highway
50 mi
·
53 min
·
Senator Jennings Randolph Highway
7
Take the exit slight right toward I 68 East: Cumberland
0.3 mi
·
43 sec
·
I 68 East: Cumberland
8
Continue straight
0.7 mi
·
45 sec
9
Take the exit slight right toward US 119: Downtown
0.3 mi
·
46 sec
·
US 119: Downtown
10
Keep slight left
105 ft
·
5 sec
11
Turn left onto Grafton Road
2.2 mi
·
3 min
·
Grafton Road
12
Continue on University Avenue
1.5 mi
·
2 min
·
University Avenue
13
Turn right onto Kirk Street
0.2 mi
·
32 sec
·
Kirk Street
14
Continue on Spruce Street
0.2 mi
·
34 sec
·
Spruce Street
15
Turn left onto Walnut Street
299 ft
·
12 sec
·
Walnut Street
16
Turn left onto High Street
62 ft
·
2 sec
·
High Street
17
Arrive at your destination
Trip Plan
Since this is a compact trip, you have plenty of flexibility regarding your departure time, though planning to avoid peak local traffic is always a smart move. Because there are no scheduled stops along the 58.2-mile path, be sure to fuel up or grab supplies before you leave Weston to ensure a smooth, non-stop arrival in Morgantown. Keep a close watch on the road signs as you transition from the Senator Jennings Randolph Highway onto the local Grafton Road, as the change in speed limits and road conditions requires quick adjustments. Taking this drive in one go is very manageable, so use the time saved to enjoy your arrival rather than worrying about mid-trip logistics.
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 29.1 miles from Weston, WV, or about 34m 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 58.2 miles or 1h 8m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 29.1 miles or 34m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 58m
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 Weston, 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 Weston, WV
This is one driving day of about 58.2 miles and 1h 8m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Weston, 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 29.1 mi from Weston, WV · 34m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
29 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 58.2 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 29.1 miles from Weston, 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
$9.10 one way
$18.20 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
20 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.34 | $9.95 | $19.90 |
| premium | $4.70 | $10.77 | $21.54 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $12.85 | $25.70 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$9
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$34–$59
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 20.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $6 in charging · 0 stops · 65% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 17.5 | 0 | $6.11 | $2.79 |
| Efficient EV | 14.6 | 0 | $5.09 | $2.33 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 23.3 | 0 | $8.15 | $3.72 |
Gas CO2
20 kg
EV CO2
7 kg (65% 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
29 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
1 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 8m 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 Weston, WV to Morgantown, WV covers 58.2 miles and takes about 1h 8m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Center Street, East 3rd Street, Corridor H. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 29.1 miles from Weston, WV. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $9.10 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 Weston, WV to Morgantown, WV is easy. At 1h 8m 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 Weston, WV to Morgantown, WV is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Weston, WV to Morgantown, WV does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
Mostly flat terrain. The route ranges from 886 ft to 1,260 ft elevation with about 743 ft of total climbing.
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