Baltimore to Morgantown: Road Trip Guide & Distance

179.9 miles 289.5 km · straight line
211.6 miles actual route 340.5 km · driving distance
4h 2min estimated drive time
$20 - $25 estimated fuel cost
~52min flight time
279° W bearing direction

How far is Baltimore from Morgantown?

The distance from Baltimore to Morgantown is 179.9 miles (289.5 km) as the crow flies. Morgantown is located W of Baltimore. By car, the driving distance is approximately 211.6 miles, taking about 4h 2min. A direct flight would take roughly 52min. Both are located in United States — Baltimore in Maryland 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. Since you'll be heading mostly West, pack a good pair of sunglasses if you plan to drive during the late afternoon to avoid the harsh sun glare. 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 Baltimore and Morgantown. The driving distance uses an OSRM road-route result when route data is available. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.

How to Get from Baltimore to Morgantown

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 4h 2min $20 - $25 Flexible stops
Fly ~52min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~4h 50min $17–$32* Budget
Train ~3h 50min $25–$74* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Baltimore & Morgantown

Quick Facts

Baltimore
39.29°N, 76.61°W
America/New_York
10m 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 60 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 15 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 138.4 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM