How far is Parkersburg, WV from Huntington, WV?
The driving distance from Parkersburg, WV to Huntington, WV is about 95.1 miles (153.1 km), with a travel time of about 01h 57m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 75.4 miles (121.4 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 03h 55m 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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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 01h 57m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
You are leaving earlier than the recommended window, which gives you extra margin for breaks and traffic.
Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
City and the county seat of Mason County, West Virginia, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Chance Rain Showers then Mostly Sunny
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Parkersburg and Huntington.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Parkersburg and Huntington.
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Start on Juliana Street
19 m · 9 sec · Juliana Street
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Turn left onto 5th Street
126 m · 16 sec · 5th Street
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Continue on Parkersburg–Belpre Bridge
2899 ft · 51 sec · Parkersburg–Belpre Bridge
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Turn right onto Main Street
1.2 km · 2 min · Main Street
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Turn left onto James A. Rhodes Appalachian Highway
1308 ft · 22 sec · James A. Rhodes Appalachian Highway
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Merge slight right onto SR 7
30.4 mi · 37 min · SR 7
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Take the exit right
9.6 mi · 12 min
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Continue straight
11.2 mi · 13 min
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Take the exit right
1790 ft · 44 sec
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Merge slight left
2790 ft · 37 sec
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Take the exit slight right toward WV 2 South: Huntington
1665 ft · 41 sec
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Merge slight left
40.3 mi · 53 min
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Continue on 3rd Avenue
2530 ft · 2 min · 3rd Avenue
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Turn left onto 8th Street
901 ft · 28 sec · 8th Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · 8th Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Parkersburg and Huntington.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
WV 2 South
Merge slight left
40.3 mi · 00h 53m
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.
Chance Rain Showers leaving Parkersburg and Chance Rain Showers then Mostly Sunny near Huntington.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Parkersburg to Huntington?
The road trip is about 95.1 miles (153.1 km) and usually takes 01h 57m 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?
Point Pleasant is a useful midpoint, sitting about 47.5 miles from Parkersburg and 47.7 miles from Huntington.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 75.4 miles (121.4 km), while the road route adds roughly 19.7 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 2:34 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $13.31 one way or $26.62 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 29.9 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Chance Rain Showers around Parkersburg and Chance Rain Showers then Mostly Sunny near Huntington.
Stop Ideas Near Point Pleasant
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Point Pleasant.
Huntington
Ashland Transportation Center
Charleston
South Portsmouth–South Shore station
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Parkersburg and Huntington. Straight-line distance: 75.43 mi (121.4 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 Huntington
The second-most populous city in West Virginia.
| Population | 44,934 |
| Coordinates | 38.4192500, -82.4451500 |
| Altitude | 173 |
| Country | United States |
End: 8th Street (-82.445238, 38.419235)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 153 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 03h 10m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02h 22m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 54m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 35m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 21m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 11m |
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 | $13.31 | $26.62 |
| Mid-grade | $4.43 | $14.88 | $29.76 |
| Premium | $4.78 | $16.05 | $32.11 |
| Diesel | $5.62 | $18.90 | $37.79 |
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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