Ithaca to Morgantown: Road Trip Guide & Distance

265 miles 426.4 km · straight line
331.2 miles estimated 533 km · driving distance
6h 40min estimated drive time
$32 - $39 estimated fuel cost
~1h 2min flight time
224° SW bearing direction

How far is Ithaca from Morgantown?

The distance from Ithaca to Morgantown is 265 miles (426.4 km) as the crow flies. Morgantown is located SW of Ithaca. By car, the driving distance is approximately 331.2 miles, taking about 6h 40min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 2min. Both are located in United States — Ithaca in New York 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.

Coordinates come from public place data for Ithaca 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 Ithaca to Morgantown

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 6h 40min $32 - $39 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 2min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~8h 0min $26–$50* Budget
Train ~6h 20min $40–$116* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Ithaca & Morgantown

Quick Facts

Ithaca
42.44°N, 76.50°W
America/New_York
124m 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 88 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 22 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 94 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients