Rest Stops NearbyWelcome centerI-79 · Southbound
Morgantown Welcome Center
You will find Morgantown Welcome Center on I-79 (southbound) by Morgantown, West Virginia, around mile marker 159. A federal truck parking survey counted 19 spaces for big rigs here. On record: restrooms. Heading south, the next one is Maple Lake Rest Area in roughly 36 miles. The nearest large city is Pittsburgh, PA, 52 miles in a straight line.
| Highway | I-79 · Southbound |
|---|---|
| Mile marker | 159 |
| Location | Morgantown, Monongalia County, West Virginia Directions (39.6974, -80.0471) |
| Amenities | Restrooms |
| Truck parking | 19 spaces (FHWA survey) |
Sources: U.S. DOT truck parking data (FHWA, 2019); OpenStreetMap volunteers for the facilities. Closed, moved or wrong? Tell us.
Next rest stops on I-79
Heading southbound
Maple Lake Rest Area
about 36 miles · Rest area near Maple Lake
Heading northbound
I-79 Rest Area at Mile 6
about 8.1 miles · Rest area in Pennsylvania
Overnight parking
No hour limit in West Virginia state rules that we know of. Posted signs still apply.
Rest stops on other highways nearby
- Watering Trough Rest Area Rest area
- Hazelton Welcome Center Welcome center46 truck spaces
Straight-line distances.
More rest stops
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Morgantown Welcome Center?
On I-79 southbound at mile 159 near Morgantown in Monongalia County, West Virginia. Exact coordinates and a route link are in the details table.
Which direction does Morgantown Welcome Center serve?
Southbound traffic on I-79.
Does Morgantown Welcome Center have restrooms?
Yes, restrooms are mapped here.
How far is the next rest stop after Morgantown Welcome Center?
Southbound: Maple Lake Rest Area, about 36 miles. Northbound: I-79 Rest Area at Mile 6, about 8.1 miles.
Can you sleep at Morgantown Welcome Center?
No hour limit in West Virginia state rules that we know of. Posted signs still apply.
Is there truck parking at Morgantown Welcome Center?
Yes. The federal survey counted 19 spaces for trucks.
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