How far is Buckhannon, WV from Parkersburg, WV?
The driving distance from Buckhannon, WV to Parkersburg, WV is about 111.9 miles (180.1 km), with a travel time of about 01h 48m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 73.7 miles (118.6 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 03h 37m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EDT.
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This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Buckhannon and Parkersburg.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Buckhannon and Parkersburg.
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Start on North Locust Street
12.4 mi · 19 min · North Locust Street
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Continue on Buckhannon Pike
4.6 mi · 7 min · Buckhannon Pike
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Continue on Clarksburg & Buckhannon Turnpike
822 ft · 13 sec · Clarksburg & Buckhannon Turnpike
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Continue on Buckhannon Pike
7.8 mi · 13 min · Buckhannon Pike
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Continue on Buckhannon Avenue
857 ft · 17 sec · Buckhannon Avenue
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Continue on Marshall Street
2099 ft · 49 sec · Marshall Street
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Turn left
1707 ft · 44 sec
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Merge slight left onto Corridor D
72.9 mi · 1 hr 25 min · Corridor D
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Take the exit slight right toward WV 14: Downtown
1411 ft · 37 sec
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Turn right
2857 ft · 1 min
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Turn left onto Market Street
733 ft · 29 sec · Market Street
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Turn right onto North 3rd Street
72 m · 12 sec · North 3rd Street
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Continue on 3rd Street
68 m · 12 sec · 3rd Street
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Turn right onto Juliana Street
740 ft · 27 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 Buckhannon and Parkersburg.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
Corridor D
Merge slight left onto Corridor D
72.9 mi · 01h 25m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A comfortable day-trip route
This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.
Sunny leaving Buckhannon and Sunny near Parkersburg.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Buckhannon to Parkersburg?
The road trip is about 111.9 miles (180.1 km) and usually takes 01h 48m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.
What is the halfway point on this route?
West Union is a useful midpoint, sitting about 49.9 miles from Buckhannon and 62 miles from Parkersburg.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 73.7 miles (118.6 km), while the road route adds roughly 38.2 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 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 2:52 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $15.65 one way or $31.29 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 35.1 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Buckhannon and Sunny near Parkersburg.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Buckhannon and Parkersburg. Straight-line distance: 73.71 mi (118.62 km).
#1 Buckhannon
City in Upshur County, West Virginia
| Population | 5,395 |
| Coordinates | 38.9939900, -80.2320300 |
| Altitude | 436 |
| 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: 180 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 03h 43m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02h 47m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 14m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 51m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 35m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 23m |
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 | $15.65 | $31.29 |
| Mid-grade | $4.43 | $17.49 | $34.99 |
| Premium | $4.78 | $18.87 | $37.75 |
| Diesel | $5.62 | $22.21 | $44.43 |
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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