How far is Morgantown, WV from Webster Springs, WV?

The driving distance from Morgantown, WV to Webster Springs, WV is about 119.9 miles (193 km), with a travel time of about 02h 29m by car.

  • The straight-line flight distance is about 83.2 miles (133.9 km).
  • For a round trip, plan for roughly 04h 59m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
  • A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EDT.
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Quick Snapshot
Road
119.91 mi
02h 29m
Flight
83.18 mi
133.86 km direct

This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.

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Flight Distance

Direct air line
83.18 mi
Kilometers
133.86 km
Flight Time
00h 10m

Driving Distance

Road route
119.91 mi
Kilometers
192.97 km
Drive Time
02h 29m

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Drive time stays fixed at 02h 29m.

Arrival Snapshot
Arrive in Webster Springs
Fri, Apr 17, 4:42 AM EDT
Return by in Morgantown
Fri, Apr 17, 7:11 AM EDT
Useful when you're deciding between a quick errand, a day trip, or a longer stop.
Leave Morgantown
2026-04-17T02:12
Arrive Webster Springs
Fri, Apr 17, 4:42 AM EDT
Route Timing
02h 29m
One way by road
Best Departure Window
8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EDT
Aim for a morning departure
Arrive between
10:30 AM to 12:30 PM EDT

A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.

Leave by
1:30 PM EDT
Keeps a same-day return open with about 03h 00m at the destination.
Back in Morgantown
9:30 PM EDT
Morning start is best

You are leaving earlier than the recommended window, which gives you extra margin for breaks and traffic.

Halfway Point

A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.

Mid-route stop
Weston
WV

City in West Virginia

From Morgantown
60 mi
01h 14m
To Webster Springs
60 mi
01h 14m

Route Weather Snapshot

Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.

Origin
77°F
Friday

Rain Showers Likely

Starts
Fri, Apr 17 6:00 AM EDT
Wind
8 mph W
Destination
72°F
Friday

Chance Rain Showers

Starts
Fri, Apr 17 6:00 AM EDT
Wind
7 mph W

Driving Route Map

The map below follows the saved road route between Morgantown and Webster Springs.

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Morgantown and Webster Springs.

  1. 1

    Start on High Street

    748 ft · 29 sec · High Street

  2. 2

    Turn right onto Kirk Street

    577 ft · 30 sec · Kirk Street

  3. 3

    At the end of the road, turn left onto University Avenue

    1.5 mi · 2 min · University Avenue

  4. 4

    Continue on Don Knotts Boulevard

    1.9 mi · 3 min · Don Knotts Boulevard

  5. 5

    Take the ramp slight right toward I 68 West

    2591 ft · 1 min

  6. 6

    Merge slight left

    2240 ft · 27 sec

  7. 7

    Keep slight left to continue on I-79 S: Fairmont

    1.3 km · 54 sec

  8. 8

    Merge slight left onto Senator Jennings Randolph Highway

    80.7 mi · 1 hr 27 min · Senator Jennings Randolph Highway

  9. 9

    Take the exit slight right toward WV 15: Flatwoods

    1432 ft · 41 sec

  10. 10

    Turn left onto Scott Fork Road

    691 ft · 14 sec · Scott Fork Road

  11. 11

    At the end of the road, turn right onto Sutton Lane

    628 ft · 16 sec · Sutton Lane

  12. 12

    Turn left onto Day's Drive

    160 m · 24 sec · Day's Drive

  13. 13

    Continue on Day's Drive

    1.1 mi · 4 min · Day's Drive

  14. 14

    At the end of the road, turn left onto Airport Road

    6.3 mi · 9 min · Airport Road

  15. 15

    Continue on Kanawha Run Road

    6.6 mi · 10 min · Kanawha Run Road

  16. 16

    Continue on Guardian Drive

    9.7 mi · 14 min · Guardian Drive

  17. 17

    At the end of the road, turn right

    9.3 mi · 14 min

  18. 18

    Turn left onto North Main Street

    131 m · 9 sec · North Main Street

  19. 19

    Turn right onto Baker Street

    43 m · 8 sec · Baker Street

  20. 20

    Turn left

    15 m · 4 sec

  21. 21

    Arrive at your destination

    0 m · 1 sec

Car Route Details

A richer read on the saved driving route between Morgantown and Webster Springs.

OSRM road route
Drive Character

Highway-focused drive

Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.

Directions
21 steps
10 turns on the saved route
Ramps & Exits
4
2 merges, 2 ramps or exits
Navigation Density
17.5 / 100 mi
Decision points by distance
Main Roads
Senator Jennings Randolph Highway
80.7 mi · 67%
Guardian Drive
9.7 mi · 8%
Kanawha Run Road
6.57 mi · 5%
Airport Road
6.3 mi · 5%
Don Knotts Boulevard
1.92 mi · 2%
University Avenue
1.53 mi · 1%
Longest Stretch

Senator Jennings Randolph Highway

Merge slight left onto Senator Jennings Randolph Highway

80.7 mi · 01h 27m

Route Summary

A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.

Trip Read

A comfortable day-trip route

This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.

Drive Time
02h 29m
Day trip friendly
Same-Day Return
05h 00m
Round-trip wheel time
Road vs Air
+36.7 mi
83.2 mi direct line
Halfway Stop
Weston
01h 14m from Morgantown
Leave By
1:30 PM EDT
Morning start is best
Weather Watch

Rain Showers Likely leaving Morgantown and Chance Rain Showers near Webster Springs.

Trip Questions

Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.

How long does it take to drive from Morgantown to Webster Springs?

The road trip is about 119.9 miles (193 km) and usually takes 02h 29m in normal driving conditions.

Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?

This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.

What is the halfway point on this route?

Weston is a useful midpoint, sitting about 60 miles from Morgantown and 60 miles from Webster Springs.

How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?

The direct path is about 83.2 miles (133.9 km), while the road route adds roughly 36.7 extra miles because roads do not follow the straight air line.

When is the best time to leave for this route?

A good departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 1:30 PM EDT.

How much will gas cost for this route?

Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $16.76 one way or $33.51 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 37.6 kg one way.

What should you check before leaving?

Before you leave, expect Rain Showers Likely around Morgantown and Chance Rain Showers near Webster Springs.

Flight Path Map

This map shows the direct air route between Morgantown and Webster Springs. Straight-line distance: 83.18 mi (133.86 km).

Morgantown

#1 Morgantown

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

Population30,847
Coordinates39.6295300, -79.9559000
Altitude271
CountryUnited States
Webster Springs

#2 Webster Springs

City in Webster County, West Virginia, United States of America

Population1,009
Coordinates38.4792700, -80.4134200
Altitude445
CountryUnited States
Start: Morgantown (-79.9559, 39.62953)
End: Webster Springs (-80.41342, 38.47927)

Estimated Travel Time

Distance: 193 km by road

SpeedTime
30 mph (48.3 km/h)03h 59m
40 mph (64.37 km/h)02h 59m
50 mph (80.47 km/h)02h 23m
60 mph (96.56 km/h)01h 59m
70 mph (112.65 km/h)01h 42m
80 mph (129 km/h)01h 29m

Fuel, Round Trip and CO2

Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.

One-way fuel
4.23 gal
16.02 L · about $16.76
Round trip
$33.51
8.46 gal · 32.04 L
Estimated CO2
37.6 kg one way
Round trip: 75.2 kg / 166 lb CO2, using regular gasoline.
Fuel$/galOne wayRound trip
Regular gas $3.96 $16.76 $33.51
Mid-grade $4.43 $18.73 $37.47
Premium $4.78 $20.21 $40.42
Diesel $5.62 $23.79 $47.58

Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.

Prices in West Virginia · Apr 17, 2026

There is no time difference between Morgantown and Webster Springs. The current time is 02:12:42.

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How did we calculate? Place names are translated into coordinates. The Haversine formula calculates straight-line distance; driving distance uses road network data.