Ann Arbor to Parkersburg: Road Trip Guide & Distance

237.2 miles 381.8 km · straight line
296.6 miles estimated 477.3 km · driving distance
5h 58min estimated drive time
$29 - $35 estimated fuel cost
~59min flight time
151° SSE bearing direction

How far is Ann Arbor from Parkersburg?

The distance from Ann Arbor to Parkersburg is 237.2 miles (381.8 km) as the crow flies. Parkersburg is located SSE of Ann Arbor. By car, the driving distance is approximately 296.6 miles, taking about 5h 58min. A direct flight would take roughly 59min. Both are located in United States — Ann Arbor in Michigan and Parkersburg in West Virginia.

For a drive of this length, it's recommended to plan at least one quick rest stop to stretch your legs and grab a coffee. Heading East means you'll be driving into the sunrise if you start early. Keep your windshield clean for the best visibility.

Coordinates come from public place data for Ann Arbor and Parkersburg. The driving distance is estimated from straight-line distance with a road-factor model, so confirm the route in your navigation app. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.

How to Get from Ann Arbor to Parkersburg

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 5h 58min $29 - $35 Flexible stops
Fly ~59min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~7h 10min $24–$44* Budget
Train ~5h 40min $36–$104* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Ann Arbor & Parkersburg

Quick Facts

Ann Arbor
42.28°N, 83.74°W
America/Detroit
269m elevation
Parkersburg
39.27°N, 81.56°W
America/New_York
187m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 79 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 20 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 105 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients