How far is Pennsboro, WV from Clarksburg, WV?
The driving distance from Pennsboro, WV to Clarksburg, WV is about 37.9 miles (61 km), with a travel time of about 00h 46m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 33.4 miles (53.7 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 32m 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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Halfway Point
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Town in West Virginia, USA
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Pennsboro and Clarksburg.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Pennsboro and Clarksburg.
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Start on Collins Avenue
11 m · 4 sec · Collins Avenue
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Turn right onto Broadway Street
94 m · 12 sec · Broadway Street
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At the end of the road, turn left onto Masonic Avenue
53 m · 6 sec · Masonic Avenue
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Turn right onto Main Street
46 m · 9 sec · Main Street
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Turn left onto East Myles Avenue
1.2 km · 1 min · East Myles Avenue
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Turn right onto Pullman Drive
2355 ft · 49 sec · Pullman Drive
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Turn left onto Corridor D
36.2 mi · 42 min · Corridor D
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Take the exit slight right toward Chestnut Street
567 ft · 14 sec
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Turn slight right onto North Chestnut Street
1360 ft · 42 sec · North Chestnut Street
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Turn left onto West Main Street
19 m · 1 sec · West Main Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · West Main Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Pennsboro and Clarksburg.
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.
Corridor D
Turn left onto Corridor D
36.2 mi · 00h 42m
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.
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Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Pennsboro to Clarksburg?
The road trip is about 37.9 miles (61 km) and usually takes 00h 46m 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 18.9 miles from Pennsboro and 19 miles from Clarksburg.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 33.4 miles (53.7 km), while the road route adds roughly 4.5 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 4:58 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $5.67 one way or $11.35 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 11.9 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Chance Rain Showers around Pennsboro and Chance Rain Showers near Clarksburg.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Pennsboro and Clarksburg. Straight-line distance: 33.37 mi (53.7 km).
#1 Pennsboro
City in Ritchie County, West Virginia, United States
| Population | 1,018 |
| Coordinates | 39.2850800, -80.9684400 |
| Altitude | 264 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Clarksburg
City in West Virginia, United States
| Population | 15,424 |
| Coordinates | 39.2806500, -80.3445300 |
| Altitude | 303 |
| Country | United States |
End: Clarksburg (-80.34453, 39.28065)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 61 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 15m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 56m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 45m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 37m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 32m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 28m |
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 | $4.24 | $5.67 | $11.35 |
| Mid-grade | $4.67 | $6.26 | $12.53 |
| Premium | $5.12 | $6.86 | $13.72 |
| Diesel | $6.36 | $8.53 | $17.06 |
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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