Ashland, Kentucky to Morgantown: Road Trip Guide & Distance

164.4 miles 264.6 km · straight line
205.5 miles estimated 330.8 km · driving distance
4h 8min estimated drive time
$20 - $24 estimated fuel cost
~50min flight time
60° ENE bearing direction

How far is Ashland, Kentucky from Morgantown?

The distance from Ashland, Kentucky to Morgantown is 164.4 miles (264.6 km) as the crow flies. Morgantown is located ENE of Ashland, Kentucky. By car, the driving distance is approximately 205.5 miles, taking about 4h 8min. A direct flight would take roughly 50min. Both are located in United States — Ashland, Kentucky in Kentucky and Morgantown in West Virginia.

For a drive of this length, it's recommended to plan at least one quick rest stop to stretch your legs and grab a coffee. Heading East means you'll be driving into the sunrise if you start early. Keep your windshield clean for the best visibility. Given the short distance, driving or taking a train is often faster and more convenient than dealing with airport security and flight boarding times.

Coordinates come from public place data for Ashland, Kentucky and Morgantown. The driving distance is estimated from straight-line distance with a road-factor model, so confirm the route in your navigation app. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.

How to Get from Ashland, Kentucky to Morgantown

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 4h 8min $20 - $24 Flexible stops
Fly ~50min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~4h 58min $16–$31* Budget
Train ~3h 56min $25–$72* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Ashland, Kentucky & Morgantown

Quick Facts

Ashland, Kentucky
38.48°N, 82.64°W
America/New_York
168m elevation
Morgantown
39.63°N, 79.96°W
America/New_York
271m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 55 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 14 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 151.5 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients