How far is Petersburg, WV from Parkersburg, WV?
The driving distance from Petersburg, WV to Parkersburg, WV is about 184.4 miles (296.7 km), with a travel time of about 03h 30m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 132 miles (212.4 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 07h 01m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM EDT.
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This drive is better planned with a longer stop or an overnight stay.
Flight Distance
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 03h 30m.
An early departure helps you fit a real stop into the day without turning the return into a late-night drive.
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Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
Town in West Virginia, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Petersburg and Parkersburg.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Petersburg and Parkersburg.
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Start on Virginia Avenue
21 m · 4 sec · Virginia Avenue
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Turn right onto North Main Street
1805 ft · 31 sec · North Main Street
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Continue on Keyser Avenue
2437 ft · 43 sec · Keyser Avenue
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Turn slight right
25.4 mi · 40 min
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Turn left onto George Washington Highway
54.2 mi · 1 hr 22 min · George Washington Highway
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Continue on West Main Street
1.2 mi · 2 min · West Main Street
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Continue on George Washington Highway
3.6 mi · 5 min · George Washington Highway
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Turn slight left
86.5 mi · 1 hr 46 min
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Take the exit slight right toward WV 14: Downtown
1411 ft · 37 sec
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Turn right
1.1 km · 2 min
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Turn left onto Ann Street
132 m · 23 sec · Ann Street
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Turn left onto 4th Street
131 m · 22 sec · 4th Street
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Turn left onto Juliana Street
103 m · 11 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 Petersburg 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.
Longest stretch
Turn slight left
86.5 mi · 01h 46m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A longer out-and-back drive
This is still possible in one day, but it becomes a long driving day. Leaving early and planning your stop window matters more here.
Chance Rain Showers leaving Petersburg and Chance Rain Showers near Parkersburg.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Petersburg to Parkersburg?
The road trip is about 184.4 miles (296.7 km) and usually takes 03h 30m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This is still possible in one day, but it becomes a long driving day. Leaving early and planning your stop window matters more here.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Flemington is a useful midpoint, sitting about 86.3 miles from Petersburg and 98.1 miles from Parkersburg.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 132 miles (212.4 km), while the road route adds roughly 52.4 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 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM EDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 9:58 AM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $25.79 one way or $51.57 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 57.9 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Chance Rain Showers around Petersburg and Chance Rain Showers near Parkersburg.
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Transit and Meeting Points
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Petersburg and Parkersburg. Straight-line distance: 132.01 mi (212.45 km).
#1 Petersburg
City in West Virginia
| Population | 2,683 |
| Coordinates | 38.9926100, -79.1239200 |
| Altitude | 285 |
| 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: 297 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 06h 08m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 04h 36m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 03h 41m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 03h 04m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 38m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 02h 17m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.96 | $25.79 | $51.57 |
| Mid-grade | $4.43 | $28.83 | $57.67 |
| Premium | $4.78 | $31.10 | $62.21 |
| Diesel | $5.62 | $36.61 | $73.22 |
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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