Road Trips from Morgantown, WV
Morgantown offers a solid mix of short hops and longer hauls for your weekend escape. You've got quick, sub-hour drives to nearby towns with surface roads, perfect for a spontaneous afternoon outing. If you're looking to stretch your legs a bit more, there are options pushing three to four hours, some featuring more highway miles and access to significant natural areas. This variety means you can easily tailor your trip based on how much time you have and what kind of scenery you prefer.
Total Routes
8
Shortest
0.7h
With Parks Nearby
7
Under 2 hours
Full-day getaway
Huntington, WV
3h 50m206.1 mi one way
This is one of your longest options at 206.1 miles, taking 3.8 hours. The drive score is 9, and it uses mostly surface roads. While it doesn't list nearby parks, it's a substantial drive if you're looking to cover significant distance within the state.
Kenova, WV
3h 54m213 mi one way
Buffalo, WV
3h 31m188.6 mi one way
Weekend trip
Oceana, WV
4h 11m202.7 mi one way
This extensive 202.7-mile trip lasts 4.2 hours and earns a drive score of 10. It's a mix of highway and surface roads and offers proximity to Gauley River National Recreation Area. For a long drive with access to a notable natural area, this is a top choice.
Bluefield, WV
4h 10m217 mi one way
Covering 217 miles and taking 4.2 hours, this drive scores a 10 and uses a mix of highway and surface roads. It's a substantial trip within WV, offering a longer excursion without specific park access listed in the data.
Williamson, WV
4h 24m236.9 mi one way
This is your longest option at 236.9 miles, requiring 4.4 hours. It scores a 10 for its drive and is a mix of highway and surface roads, with access to Gauley River National Recreation Area. If a long journey with park access is your goal, this route delivers.
Gilbert Creek, WV
4h 44m231.6 mi one way
Browse by Mood
Oceana, WV
4h 11m202.7 mi one way
Bluefield, WV
4h 10m217 mi one way
Williamson, WV
4h 24m236.9 mi one way
Huntington, WV
3h 50m206.1 mi one way
When to Go
Spring
With parks accessible on longer drives, spring offers opportunities for scenic routes through gently rolling and hilly terrain as foliage begins to return.
Summer
The longer drives with access to areas like Gauley River National Recreation Area are ideal for summer exploration.
Fall
The hilly terrain options, particularly those leading to Harpers Ferry National Historical Park, would be excellent for fall color viewing.
Winter
Shorter trips on mostly surface roads offer manageable drives, though park access may be limited depending on conditions.
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