Morgantown to South Riding: Road Trip Guide & Distance

140 miles 225.3 km · straight line
175 miles estimated 281.6 km · driving distance
3h 31min estimated drive time
$17 - $21 estimated fuel cost
~47min flight time
110° ESE bearing direction

How far is Morgantown from South Riding?

The distance from Morgantown to South Riding is 140 miles (225.3 km) as the crow flies. South Riding is located ESE of Morgantown. By car, the driving distance is approximately 175 miles, taking about 3h 31min. A direct flight would take roughly 47min. Both are located in United States — Morgantown in West Virginia and South Riding in 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 Morgantown and South Riding. 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 South Riding

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 3h 31min $17 - $21 Flexible stops
Fly ~47min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~4h 13min $14–$26* Budget
Train ~3h 20min $21–$61* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Morgantown & South Riding

Quick Facts

Morgantown
39.63°N, 79.96°W
America/New_York
271m elevation
South Riding
38.92°N, 77.50°W
America/New_York
98m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 47 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 12 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 177.9 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients