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Trip from Morgantown, WV to Huntington, WV

Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards

Drive Time

3h 50m

Distance

206.1 mi

332 km

Drive Score

9/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$32

one way

EV Charging

Good

8 stations

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 38 min
4 AM
3h 38m ★
6 AM
3h 50m
8 AM
4h 16m
10 AM
3h 59m
12 PM
3h 57m
3 PM
4h 1m
5 PM
4h 15m
8 PM
3h 43m

Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.

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city in and county seat of Monongalia County, West Virginia, United States

Morgantown, WV

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city in Cabell County, West Virginia, United States

Huntington, WV

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Trip Overview

Planning a trip from Morgantown, WV, to Huntington, WV? This 210-mile journey takes about 3 hours and 11 minutes, making it a manageable one-day drive. You'll be sticking to local roads for the entire trip, with no highway driving involved. The estimated fuel cost for this route is around $34. Given the relatively short duration and the nature of the drive, it's perfectly suited for a single day's adventure, allowing for flexibility in your timing. Both locations are situated within the Southeast region, so you won't be crossing any major regional boundaries.

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

103 miles from Morgantown, WV

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 53m into the drive .

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
Senator Jennings Randolph Highway 147.8 mi 2h 38m
I 64 47 mi 51m
Don Knotts Boulevard 1.9 mi 2m
University Avenue 1.5 mi 2m
I 77 1.4 mi 1m
Troy Brown Way 1.4 mi 2m
Hal Greer Boulevard 0.8 mi 2m
8th Avenue 0.6 mi 1m
Longest stretch: Senator Jennings Randolph Highway — 147.8 mi, about 2h 38m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Morgantown, WV and Huntington, WV.

1

Start on High Street

0.1 mi · 29 sec · High Street
2

Turn right onto Kirk Street

0.1 mi · 30 sec · Kirk Street
3

At end of road, turn left onto US 119

1.5 mi · 2 min · University Avenue
4

Continue on US 119

1.9 mi · 2 min · Don Knotts Boulevard
5

Take the ramp

0.5 mi · 1 min
Toward I 68 West
6

Merge onto I 68

0.4 mi · 27 sec · I 68
7

Keep slight left at fork

0.8 mi · 53 sec
Toward I-79 S: Fairmont
8

Merge onto I 79

148 mi · 2 hr 38 min · Senator Jennings Randolph Highway
9

Merge onto I 77

1.4 mi · 1 min · I 77
10

Take the exit

0.2 mi · 12 sec
Toward I 64 West, US 119 South: Huntington
11

Keep slight left at fork

0.5 mi · 34 sec
12

Merge onto I 64

47 mi · 51 min · I 64
13

Take the exit

0.3 mi · 41 sec
Toward WV 10: Downtown Huntington
14

Keep slight right at fork

0.1 mi · 13 sec
Toward WV 10: Downtown Huntington
15

Turn straight onto WV 10

1.4 mi · 2 min · Troy Brown Way
Use the straight lane.
16

Continue on WV 10

0.3 mi · 35 sec · Hal Greer Boulevard
Use the left / straight lanes.
17

Keep slight left at fork onto WV 10

0.5 mi · 1 min · Hal Greer Boulevard
Use the straight lane.
18

Turn left onto 9th Avenue

0.1 mi · 24 sec · 9th Avenue
Use the left lane.
19

Turn right onto 15th Street

481 ft · 23 sec · 15th Street
20

At end of road, turn left onto 8th Avenue

0.6 mi · 1 min · 8th Avenue
21

Turn right onto WV 527

0.3 mi · 53 sec · 8th Street
Use the right lane.
22

Arrive at destination

8th Street

Trip Plan

For this 210-mile drive, consider departing Morgantown in the morning to take advantage of daylight hours and avoid potential evening traffic. Since this is a turn-heavy local drive with no highway stretches, plan for your single recommended stop to be a convenient point for a quick break rather than a long rest. The estimated fuel cost is $34, so ensure your tank is adequately filled before you depart. Keep an eye on your GPS for the frequent turns, especially as you navigate through the local roads on Kirk Street, University Avenue, and Don Knotts Boulevard in the early stages of your journey.

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 103 miles from Morgantown, WV, or about 1h 53m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 147.8 miles.

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 45 miles or 51m in

Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.

Halfway reset

Around 103 miles or 1h 53m in

This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.

Final approach

Final hour starts around 3h 5m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Huntington, WV than in the middle of the route.

Before You Leave

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Open the route before leaving Morgantown, 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 Morgantown, WV

This is one driving day of about 206.1 miles and 3h 50m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 45 miles from Morgantown, 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.
The longest stretch is on Senator Jennings Randolph Highway for about 147.8 miles.

Where to Stop

Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.

Downtown Oak Hill, WV, WV

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Oak Hill, WV

103 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

Clarksburg, WV

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 45 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Oak Hill, WV

Meal break

The midpoint is around 103 miles from Morgantown, WV, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Before the longest stretch

Fuel check

Top up before Senator Jennings Randolph Highway if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 147.8 miles.

These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.

Nearby Places

Restaurants, cafes, gas stations and more along your route.

Top Restaurant

Taste of Asia hibachi in Huntington

4.3 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Huntington, West Virginia

Near the end, right off the route

0.2 mi from route $20 to $30 mile 206.1

Hours: 10:30 am–9:30 pm

+13047812222

Visit website

Gumbo Stop Cafe

4.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Huntington, West Virginia

0.4 mi

Marshall Hall of Fame Cafe

4.1 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Huntington, West Virginia

0.2 mi

Top Coffee Stop

The Old Village Roaster

4.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Huntington, West Virginia

Near the end, right off the route

0.2 mi from route $1 to $10 mile 206.1

Hours: 6:30 am–5 pm

+13046971944

Visit website

Taste of Asia hibachi in Huntington

4.3 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, right off the route

0.2 mi from route $20 to $30 mile 206.1

Huntington, West Virginia

Hours: 10:30 am–9:30 pm

+13047812222

Visit website

Gumbo Stop Cafe

4.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, right off the route

0.4 mi from route ~1 min detour $10 to $20 mile 206.1

Huntington, West Virginia

Hours: 11 am–8 pm

+13046542240

Visit website

Marshall Hall of Fame Cafe

4.1 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, right off the route

0.2 mi from route $10 to $20 mile 206.1

Huntington, West Virginia

Hours: 11 am–11 pm

+13046979800

Visit website

Luigi’s Italian restaurant

4.1 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, right off the route

0.2 mi from route $10 to $20 mile 206.1

Huntington, West Virginia

Hours: 10 am–9 pm

+16812045222

Visit website

Ridge View BBQ

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Later in the drive, short detour

1.4 mi from route ~4 min detour $10 to $20 mile 161.9

Dunbar, West Virginia

Hours: 11 am–7 pm

+13044004650

Visit website

Casa García Mexican Restaurant

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Later in the drive, short detour

1.3 mi from route ~3 min detour $10 to $20 mile 161.9

South Charleston, West Virginia

Hours: 11 am–9 pm

+13047201587

Stancati's Family Restaurant

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

1.4 mi from route ~3 min detour $10 to $20 mile 88.3

Sutton, West Virginia

Hours: 11 am–6 pm

+13047655000

Visit website

Bridge Cafe & Bistro

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

1.5 mi from route ~4 min detour $10 to $20 mile 176.6

Hurricane, West Virginia

Hours: 5–9 pm

+13045622255

Visit website

The Old Village Roaster

4.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, right off the route

0.2 mi from route $1 to $10 mile 206.1

Huntington, West Virginia

Hours: 6:30 am–5 pm

+13046971944

Visit website

Tesla Supercharger

4.2 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the start, short detour

1.8 mi from route ~5 min detour

Morgantown, West Virginia

Hours: Open 24 hours

Visit website

Tesla Supercharger

4.1 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Around the midpoint, short detour

1.6 mi from route ~4 min detour mile 88.3

Sutton, West Virginia

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18777983752

Visit website

Electric Vehicle Charging Station

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

2.3 mi from route ~6 min detour mile 206.1

Huntington, West Virginia

Hours: Open 24 hours

Greenspot Charging Station

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

2.4 mi from route ~6 min detour

Morgantown, West Virginia

Hours: Open 24 hours

Visit website

ChargePoint Charging Station

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Later in the drive, short detour

2.6 mi from route ~7 min detour mile 161.9

South Charleston, West Virginia

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18887584389

Visit website

EVgo Charging Station

3.3 ★ ★ ★ ☆ ☆

Around the midpoint, short detour

1.8 mi from route ~5 min detour mile 88.3

Sutton, West Virginia

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18774943833

Visit website

ChargePoint Charging Station

2.7 ★ ★ ★ ☆ ☆

Near the start, short detour

1.7 mi from route ~4 min detour

Morgantown, West Virginia

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18887584389

Visit website

ChargePoint Charging Station

3.4 ★ ★ ★ ☆ ☆

Later in the drive, short detour

2.4 mi from route ~6 min detour mile 161.9

South Charleston, West Virginia

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18887584389

Visit website

The Wow Factory

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

2.5 mi from route ~6 min detour

Star City, West Virginia

Hours: 10 am–8 pm

+13045992969

Visit website

Stonewall Resort State Park

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Early in the drive, ~11 min detour

4.6 mi from route ~11 min detour mile 58.9

Roanoke, West Virginia

+13042697400

Visit website

Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.

Heads-up: tricky spots

5 of 18

5 decision points cluster between mile 0.1 and 205.8 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.

5
0.1 mi into trip | ~0m in | Kirk Street

Turn right onto Kirk Street

Navigation decision point

5
4.6 mi into trip | ~7m in

Keep slight left at fork toward I-79 S: Fairmont

Highway fork - watch signs carefully

Toward I-79 S: Fairmont
5
154.7 mi into trip | ~2h 49m in

Take the exit toward I 64 West, US 119 South: Huntington

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Toward I 64 West, US 119 South: Huntington
6
204.4 mi into trip | ~3h 45m in | WV 10 / Hal Greer Boulevard

Keep slight left at fork onto WV 10 / Hal Greer Boulevard

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight lane.
6
205.8 mi into trip | ~3h 49m in | WV 527 / 8th Street

Turn right onto WV 527 / 8th Street

Lane positioning matters here

Use the right lane.

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$32.23 one way

$64.46 round trip

$3.97/gal 25.4 MPG avg 72 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.34 $35.24 $70.48
premium $4.70 $38.14 $76.29
diesel $5.61 $45.50 $91.01

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$32

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$57–$82

Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.

Estimated CO2 emission: 72.1 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $22 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 61.8 0 $21.64 $9.89
Efficient EV 51.5 0 $18.03 $8.24
EV Truck/SUV 82.4 1 $28.85 $13.19

Gas CO2

72 kg

EV CO2

24 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.

Forecast as of Apr 18, 2026

Origin

Morgantown, WV

Morning in Morgantown on Sunday

Local time

6:19 AM

EDT

Current temp

57°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Huntington, WV

Morning in Huntington on Sunday

Local time

6:19 AM

EDT

Current temp

56°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

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

3h 50m 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.

What kind of drive is this?

Expect a turn-heavy local drive for the entirety of this 210-mile route. With a 0% highway share, you'll be navigating through communities and along local roadways for the full 3 hours and 11 minutes. The longest uninterrupted stretch on this particular path is not a significant factor, as the drive is characterized by frequent changes in direction and speed. This means you'll experience a more intimate connection with the landscape as you transition through various local settings, rather than long, monotonous highway segments.

Only 24% highway — the rest is turn-by-turn surface driving.
22 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 147.8 mi on Senator Jennings Randolph Highway.

How Hard Is This Drive?

8/10

Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 0.1 miles in near Kirk Street.

Driving Effort 8/10

Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers

Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.

This is a demanding drive. With 18 significant decision points across 206.1 miles, you will need to stay alert - especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.

Where does it get tricky?

The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (Kirk Street): Navigation decision point; at 4.6 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 154.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.

About the Cities

Starting in Morgantown, WV

Full guide →

Morgantown is the third largest city in West Virginia, and is the county seat of Monongalia County. It is home to West Virginia University, the state's flagship public university and university with the largest student body in the state. The city has 30,347 residents (2020). As the largest city in the northern half of West Virginia, and sitting at the junction of I-79 and I-68, Morgantown serves as a major regional cultural center and hub for business, medicine, shopping and dining.

City content from Wikivoyage (CC BY-SA 4.0) and Wikidata (CC0).

Who Is This Route For?

Weekend Trip

Doable as a same-day drive at 3h 50m. Total distance: 206.1 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

3h 50m drive, comfortable solo distance.

Scenic Drive

Mostly surface roads route profile.

Frequently Asked Questions

The longest stretch is about 147.8 miles on Senator Jennings Randolph Highway. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.

We did not find dedicated rest areas on this route. For a drive this long, plan bathroom and stretch breaks around gas stations, fast-food stops, or small-town downtowns — check the Nearby Places section for options.

It helps. This route has a higher-than-average number of complex decision points, which get harder in the dark. If the last hour of the trip is on surface roads or mountain grades, aim to arrive at Huntington, WV before sunset when you can. Check the Trip Plan for departure windows that land you in daylight.

Only with planning. This is a long drive for kids — consider splitting it into two days rather than pushing through. Plan at least 1 meaningful breaks. Dedicated rest areas are limited, so plan gas or food stops as your bathroom breaks.

Mostly yes along the main roads, but rural stretches through WV can have sparse or no coverage. Before you leave, download offline Google Maps or Apple Maps for the route, and consider downloading music or podcasts instead of streaming. If you depend on data for navigation, keep a paper backup of the turn-by-turn directions.

The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (Kirk Street): Navigation decision point; at 4.6 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 154.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.

Possible but tiring. At 3.8 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 7.7 hours — manageable with a long break at Huntington, WV, but most travelers stay overnight.

How this page is built

Compiled by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.

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