Morgantown to Rochester, New York: Road Trip Guide & Distance

272.3 miles 438.3 km · straight line
340.4 miles estimated 547.9 km · driving distance
6h 51min estimated drive time
$33 - $40 estimated fuel cost
~1h 3min flight time
26° NNE bearing direction

How far is Morgantown from Rochester, New York?

The distance from Morgantown to Rochester, New York is 272.3 miles (438.3 km) as the crow flies. Rochester, New York is located NNE of Morgantown. By car, the driving distance is approximately 340.4 miles, taking about 6h 51min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 3min. Both are located in United States — Morgantown in West Virginia and Rochester, New York in New York.

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 Morgantown and Rochester, New York. 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 Morgantown to Rochester, New York

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 6h 51min $33 - $40 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 3min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~8h 13min $27–$51* Budget
Train ~6h 30min $41–$119* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Morgantown & Rochester, New York

Quick Facts

Morgantown
39.63°N, 79.96°W
America/New_York
271m elevation
Rochester, New York
43.16°N, 77.61°W
America/New_York
154m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 91 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 23 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 91.4 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients