Bristol, Virginia to Morgantown: Road Trip Guide & Distance

242.1 miles 389.7 km · straight line
302.7 miles estimated 487.1 km · driving distance
6h 5min estimated drive time
$29 - $36 estimated fuel cost
~59min flight time
29° NNE bearing direction

How far is Bristol, Virginia from Morgantown?

The distance from Bristol, Virginia to Morgantown is 242.1 miles (389.7 km) as the crow flies. Morgantown is located NNE of Bristol, Virginia. By car, the driving distance is approximately 302.7 miles, taking about 6h 5min. A direct flight would take roughly 59min. Both are located in United States — Bristol, Virginia in Virginia 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.

Coordinates come from public place data for Bristol, Virginia 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 Bristol, Virginia to Morgantown

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 6h 5min $29 - $36 Flexible stops
Fly ~59min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~7h 18min $24–$45* Budget
Train ~5h 47min $36–$106* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Bristol, Virginia & Morgantown

Quick Facts

Bristol, Virginia
36.60°N, 82.19°W
America/New_York
512m 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 81 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 20 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 102.8 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients