Origin
Moundsville, WV
Night in Moundsville on Saturday
Local time
9:15 PM
EDT
Current temp
71°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Moundsville, WV to Martinsburg, WV
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
4h 25m
Distance
234 mi
377 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$37
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
4h 12m
★
6 AM
4h 25m
8 AM
4h 52m
10 AM
4h 35m
12 PM
4h 32m
3 PM
4h 36m
5 PM
4h 51m
8 PM
4h 17m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Moundsville, WV
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Martinsburg, WV
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Trip Overview
Connecting Moundsville to Martinsburg requires a 234-mile trek that spans roughly 4 hours and 25 minutes of driving time. This route stays entirely within West Virginia, transitioning across the state's diverse landscape. Because the journey is manageable within a single day, you likely won't need an overnight stay, though you should budget approximately $37 for fuel. You will primarily utilize I-68, the Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway, and the Dragon Highway to complete the crossing. Whether you are commuting or road-tripping, this straightforward path provides a reliable connection between these two regions.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is possible, but it will make for a full day on the road.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
Midpoint
117 miles from Moundsville, WV
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 14m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 68 | 112.3 mi | 2h 3m |
| Dwight D Eisenhower Highway | 20.9 mi | 22m |
| Dragon Highway | 15.2 mi | 17m |
| Waynesburg Pike Road | 14.8 mi | 16m |
| Maryland Veterans Memorial Highway | 13.2 mi | 14m |
| United States Highway 250 | 12.4 mi | 14m |
| Senator Jennings Randolph Highway | 11.9 mi | 12m |
| Hornet Highway | 11.1 mi | 12m |
Longest stretch:
I 68
— 112.3 mi, about 2h 3m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Moundsville, WV and Martinsburg, WV.
1
Start on 5th Street
38 ft
·
7 sec
·
5th Street
2
Turn left onto CH 250/88
0.3 mi
·
42 sec
·
Jefferson Avenue
3
Turn right onto US 250
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
1st Street
4
At end of road, turn left onto US 250
15 mi
·
16 min
·
Waynesburg Pike Road
5
Continue on US 250
11 mi
·
12 min
·
Dragon Highway
6
Continue on US 250
0.6 mi
·
41 sec
·
Dragon Highway
7
Continue on US 250
3.5 mi
·
4 min
·
Dragon Highway
8
Continue on US 250
11 mi
·
12 min
·
Hornet Highway
9
Continue on US 250
9.3 mi
·
10 min
·
Husky Highway
10
Continue on US 250
1.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Main Street
11
Continue on US 250
12 mi
·
14 min
·
United States Highway 250
12
Turn left onto US 19; US 250
0.1 mi
·
16 sec
·
Adams Street
13
Turn right onto Jefferson Street
0.3 mi
·
59 sec
·
Jefferson Street
14
Turn left onto WV 310
0.2 mi
·
33 sec
·
Merchant Street
15
Continue on WV 310
1.0 mi
·
2 min
·
East Park Avenue
16
Turn right onto WV 310
0.4 mi
·
56 sec
·
Grafton Road
17
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
24 sec
18
Merge onto I 79
12 mi
·
12 min
·
Senator Jennings Randolph Highway
19
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
43 sec
Toward I 68 East: Cumberland
20
Continue on I 68
112 mi
·
2 hr 3 min
·
I 68
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
21
Continue on I 70; US 40
4.7 mi
·
5 min
·
Dwight D Eisenhower Highway
22
Continue on I 70; US 40
3.3 mi
·
3 min
·
I 70, US 40 (Dwight D Eisenhower Highway)
23
Continue on I 70
16 mi
·
17 min
·
Dwight D Eisenhower Highway
24
Take the exit
0.1 mi
·
15 sec
Exit 26
Toward I 81: Roanoke, Harrisburg
Use the slight right lane.
25
Keep slight right at fork
0.5 mi
·
53 sec
Toward I 81 South: Roanoke
Use the slight right lane.
26
Merge onto I 81
13 mi
·
14 min
·
Maryland Veterans Memorial Highway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
27
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
46 sec
Toward WV 9 East
28
Turn straight onto WV 9
0.4 mi
·
41 sec
·
Hedgesville Road
29
Continue on WV 9
1.4 mi
·
2 min
·
Edwin Miller Boulevard
30
Continue on US 11; WV 9
1.2 mi
·
2 min
·
North Queen Street
31
Turn left onto East King Street
17 ft
·
0 sec
·
East King Street
32
Arrive at destination
East King Street
Trip Plan
Since this is a one-day trip, your best bet is to plan for at least one dedicated stop to break up the 4-hour-and-25-minute duration. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, as the $37 estimated cost can fluctuate based on your vehicle's efficiency and local station pricing. Flexibility is a major advantage here, allowing you to depart whenever suits your schedule without the pressure of an overnight itinerary. Before heading out, ensure you are comfortable with the transition from the long, 112.3-mile stretch on I-68 to the local roads that follow. Pacing yourself during that long interstate segment will help you stay sharp for the remainder of the drive into Martinsburg.
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 117 miles from Moundsville, WV, or about 2h 14m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 112.3 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 51 miles or 58m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 117 miles or 2h 14m 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 37m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Martinsburg, WV than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Moundsville, WV so your first major turns are already loaded.
+
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 Moundsville, WV
This is one driving day of about 234 miles and 4h 25m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 51 miles from Moundsville, 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 I 68 for about 112.3 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
117 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 51 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 117 miles from Moundsville, WV, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before I 68 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 112.3 miles.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 135 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 217.4 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
4
0 mi into trip
|
~0m in
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CH 250/88 / Jefferson Avenue
Turn left onto CH 250/88 / Jefferson Avenue
Navigation decision point
5
1.2 mi into trip
|
~1m in
|
US 250 / Waynesburg Pike Road
At end of road, turn left onto US 250 / Waynesburg Pike Road
Navigation decision point
8
216.8 mi into trip
|
~4h 3m in
Take the exit toward I 81: Roanoke, Harrisburg
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 26
Toward I 81: Roanoke, Harrisburg
7
217 mi into trip
|
~4h 4m in
Keep slight right at fork toward I 81 South: Roanoke
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Toward I 81 South: Roanoke
5
217.4 mi into trip
|
~4h 4m in
|
I 81 / Maryland Veterans Memorial Highway
Merge onto I 81 / Maryland Veterans Memorial Highway
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$36.59 one way
$73.18 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
82 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.34 | $40.01 | $80.02 |
| premium | $4.70 | $43.31 | $86.62 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $51.66 | $103.33 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$37
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$62–$87
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 81.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $25 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 70.2 | 0 | $24.57 | $11.23 |
| Efficient EV | 58.5 | 0 | $20.47 | $9.36 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 93.6 | 1 | $32.76 | $14.98 |
Gas CO2
82 kg
EV CO2
27 kg (67% less)
Plan for 0 charging stops, roughly every 270 miles. Allow 25-40 minutes per stop at a DC fast charger.
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
Martinsburg, WV
Night in Martinsburg on Saturday
Local time
9:15 PM
EDT
Current temp
87°F
Slight Chance Rain Showers
SW 10 mph
24% chance
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
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
4h 25m on the road
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
National Parks Near This Route
Worth a detour if your schedule allows.
Harpers Ferry National Historical Park
National Historical Park
At the confluence of the Shenandoah and Potomac rivers, on the ancestral home of the Tuscarora and Shawnee people, lies Harpers Ferry. Here you can explore John Brown's Raid against slavery. Find your...
15 mi from route
~38 min detour
$20
near mile 234
Park Closure: Annual Closure to Protect Nesting Peregrine Falcons
Caution: Construction work at entrance to Visitor Center parking lot
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
What kind of drive is this?
Expect a varied experience behind the wheel, as this is a mixed-drive profile that balances highway efficiency with local routing. With about 55% of the trip occurring on highways, you will encounter both high-speed stretches and more deliberate driving segments. The most significant portion of your time will be spent on I-68, which accounts for your longest uninterrupted stretch of 112.3 miles. As you transition between these road types, the pace of the drive shifts, offering a blend of fast-paced interstate travel and the more nuanced character of the Dragon Highway.
55% highway, the rest on surface roads — varied driving throughout.
32 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 112.3 mi on I 68.
How Hard Is This Drive?
6/10
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. You will hit about 13 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near CH 250/88 / Jefferson Avenue.
Driving Effort
6/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 234 miles you will encounter 13 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (CH 250/88 / Jefferson Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 1.2 miles (US 250 / Waynesburg Pike Road): Navigation decision point; at 216.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Elevation Profile
Hilly terrain with moderate elevation changes
2,448 ft
442 ft
Total Climb
3,229 ft
Total Descent
3,472 ft
Highest Point
2,448 ft
~136.5 mi in
Elevation Range
2,006 ft
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
On the drive from Moundsville, WV to Martinsburg, WV, road signs begin pointing toward Harrisburg along the way.
Harrisburg
216.8 mi in
|
~4h 3m
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 4h 25m. Total distance: 234 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
4h 25m drive, comfortable solo distance.
Scenic Drive
Mixed highway & surface route profile with national parks nearby.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 112.3 miles on I 68. 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 Martinsburg, 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: near the start (CH 250/88 / Jefferson Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 1.2 miles (US 250 / Waynesburg Pike Road): Navigation decision point; at 216.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Yes — Harpers Ferry National Historical Park. See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.
Possible but tiring. At 4.4 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 8.8 hours — manageable with a long break at Martinsburg, 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, EIA for fuel prices, USGS 3DEP for elevation, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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