How far is Despard, WV from Parkersburg, WV?
The driving distance from Despard, WV to Parkersburg, WV is about 77.9 miles (125.3 km), with a travel time of about 01h 19m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 67.2 miles (108.1 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 38m 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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City in Ritchie County, West Virginia, United States
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Driving Route Map
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Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Despard and Parkersburg.
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Start on Murphys Run Road
1397 ft · 44 sec · Murphys Run Road
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Turn left onto Simpson Street
3022 ft · 1 min · Simpson Street
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At the end of the road, turn right onto East Pike Street
2502 ft · 56 sec · East Pike Street
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Turn left onto Joyce Street
568 ft · 11 sec · Joyce Street
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Take the ramp straight
1715 ft · 42 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 Despard 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 Despard and Sunny near Parkersburg.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Despard to Parkersburg?
The road trip is about 77.9 miles (125.3 km) and usually takes 01h 19m 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?
Pennsboro is a useful midpoint, sitting about 37.8 miles from Despard and 40 miles from Parkersburg.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 67.2 miles (108.1 km), while the road route adds roughly 10.7 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 3:52 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $10.89 one way or $21.79 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 24.4 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Despard and Sunny near Parkersburg.
Stop Ideas Near Pennsboro
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Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Pennsboro.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Despard and Parkersburg. Straight-line distance: 67.17 mi (108.1 km).
#1 Despard
Census-designated place in Harrison County, West Virginia
| Population | 1,004 |
| Coordinates | 39.2887000, -80.3059200 |
| Altitude | 318 |
| 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: 125 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 02h 35m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 56m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 33m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 17m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 06m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 58m |
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 | $10.89 | $21.79 |
| Mid-grade | $4.43 | $12.18 | $24.36 |
| Premium | $4.78 | $13.14 | $26.28 |
| Diesel | $5.62 | $15.47 | $30.93 |
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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