How far is Parkersburg, WV from Despard, WV?
The driving distance from Parkersburg, WV to Despard, WV is about 75.7 miles (121.9 km), with a travel time of about 01h 32m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 67.2 miles (108.1 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 03h 04m 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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A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
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City in Ritchie County, West Virginia, United States
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Parkersburg and Despard.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Parkersburg and Despard.
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Start on Juliana Street
137 m · 22 sec · Juliana Street
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Turn right onto 6th Street
1268 ft · 51 sec · 6th Street
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At the end of the road, turn right onto Green Street
111 m · 20 sec · Green Street
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Turn left onto 5th Street
2714 ft · 1 min · 5th Street
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Take the ramp left
1020 ft · 25 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 20
1577 ft · 40 sec
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Turn left onto Marshall Street
591 ft · 20 sec · Marshall Street
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Continue on Joyce Street
145 m · 13 sec · Joyce Street
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At the end of the road, turn right onto East Pike Street
2502 ft · 55 sec · East Pike Street
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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 Murphys Run Road
1397 ft · 38 sec · Murphys Run Road
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Murphys Run Road
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Parkersburg and Despard.
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 Parkersburg and Sunny near Despard.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Parkersburg to Despard?
The road trip is about 75.7 miles (121.9 km) and usually takes 01h 32m 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 Parkersburg and 38 miles from Despard.
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 8.5 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 3:26 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $10.58 one way or $21.15 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 23.7 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Parkersburg and Sunny near Despard.
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 Parkersburg and Despard. Straight-line distance: 67.17 mi (108.1 km).
#1 Parkersburg
City in and county seat of Wood County, West Virginia
| Population | 29,009 |
| Coordinates | 39.2667400, -81.5615100 |
| Altitude | 187 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Despard
Census-designated place in Harrison County, West Virginia
| Population | 1,004 |
| Coordinates | 39.2887000, -80.3059200 |
| Altitude | 318 |
| Country | United States |
End: Despard (-80.30592, 39.2887)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 122 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 02h 31m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 53m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 30m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 15m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 04m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 56m |
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 | $10.58 | $21.15 |
| Mid-grade | $4.43 | $11.83 | $23.65 |
| Premium | $4.78 | $12.76 | $25.51 |
| Diesel | $5.62 | $15.02 | $30.03 |
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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