Morgantown travel guide
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You're Going to Love Morgantown
With a population of 29,660, Morgantown is a must-see destination in West Virginia, United States. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. Morgantown deserves at least 2 full days for you to see its main sights.
Where to Eat in Morgantown
If you’re looking for affordable options, Sargasso of Morgantown Restaurant & Bar (215 Don Knott's Blvd) and The Tea Shoppe (709 Beechurst Ave) are great picks.
When to visit Morgantown
Looking for warm weather? Then head to Morgantown in July, when the average temperature is 71.6 °F, and the highest can go up to 82.4 °F. The coldest month, on the other hand, is January, when it can get as cold as 26.6 °F, with an average temperature of 33.8 °F. You’re likely to see more rain in May, when precipitation is around 3.9″. In contrast, September is usually the driest month of the year in Morgantown, with an average rainfall of 2.4″.
How to Get to Morgantown
Plane
When flying to Morgantown, you’ll arrive at Morgantown (MGW), which is located 2 miles from the city center. The shortest domestic flight to Morgantown departs from Washington, D.C. and takes around 19h 57m.
Train
The train station in Morgantown is called Morgantown Mountaineer Station - 1112 Van Voorhis Rd, and is located 1.8 miles from the city center.
Car
Another option to get to Morgantown is to pick up a car rental from Washington, D.C., which is about 164 miles from Morgantown. You’ll find branches of Sixt and Kyte, among others, in Washington, D.C..
Bus
Morgantown’s bus station is located 1.1 miles from the city center.
Airlines serving Morgantown
Where to stay in Morgantown
If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Hampton Inn & Suites Morgantown / University Town Centre and Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Morgantown.
Where to stay in popular areas of Morgantown
Most booked hotels in Morgantown
Renting a car in Morgantown
Renting a car in Morgantown costs $77 per day, on average, or $154 if you want to rent if for 2 days.
You’re likely to save money by renting your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 17% more expensive than at Morgantown.
Expect to pay $3.90 per gallon in Morgantown (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $46.79 and $62.38. The most frequently booked car type in Morgantown is Mini (Chrysler Pacifica or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Luxury rental cars (Volvo XC90 or similar) are, on average, 46% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.