How far is Boaz, WV from Parkersburg, WV?
The driving distance from Boaz, WV to Parkersburg, WV is about 8.9 miles (14.4 km), with a travel time of about 00h 16m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 7.3 miles (11.7 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 00h 32m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM EDT.
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Town in West Virginia, United States
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Boaz and Parkersburg.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Boaz and Parkersburg.
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Start on the route
23 m · 6 sec
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Turn right
152 m · 23 sec
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Turn right onto Williams Highway
1.7 mi · 3 min · Williams Highway
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Turn left onto Rosemar Road
3.8 mi · 6 min · Rosemar Road
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Turn right onto Emerson Avenue
1.6 mi · 3 min · Emerson Avenue
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Continue straight
59 m · 7 sec
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Turn left onto Ohio Avenue
1.4 mi · 3 min · Ohio Avenue
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Continue on 4th Street
131 m · 22 sec · 4th Street
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Turn left onto Juliana Street
103 m · 11 sec · Juliana Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Juliana Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Boaz and Parkersburg.
Turn-heavy local drive
The route has frequent decision points for its length, so lane choice and turn timing will matter more than cruising speed.
Rosemar Road
Turn left onto Rosemar Road
3.82 mi · 00h 06m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A short regional drive
This route is short enough to handle as a quick errand, commute, or easy same-day return without much planning overhead.
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Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Boaz to Parkersburg?
The road trip is about 8.9 miles (14.4 km) and usually takes 00h 16m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route is short enough to handle as a quick errand, commute, or easy same-day return without much planning overhead.
What is the halfway point on this route?
North Hills is a useful midpoint, sitting about 4.3 miles from Boaz and 4.5 miles from Parkersburg.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 7.3 miles (11.7 km), while the road route adds roughly 1.6 extra miles because roads do not follow the straight air line.
When is the best time to leave for this route?
A good departure window is usually 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM EDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 7:58 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $1.23 one way or $2.46 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 2.8 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
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Stop Ideas Near North Hills
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Transit and Meeting Points
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Boaz and Parkersburg. Straight-line distance: 7.28 mi (11.71 km).
#1 Boaz
Boaz is a place in West Virginia, United States.
| Population | 0 |
| Coordinates | 39.3614600, -81.5020700 |
| Altitude | 198 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Parkersburg
City in and county seat of Wood County, West Virginia
| Population | 29,009 |
| Coordinates | 39.2667400, -81.5615100 |
| Altitude | 187 |
| Country | United States |
End: Juliana Street (-81.56142, 39.266643)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 14 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 00h 17m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 13m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 10m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 08m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 07m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 06m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
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| Regular gas | $3.96 | $1.23 | $2.46 |
| Mid-grade | $4.43 | $1.37 | $2.75 |
| Premium | $4.78 | $1.48 | $2.96 |
| Diesel | $5.62 | $1.74 | $3.49 |
Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.
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