Baltimore to Parkersburg: Road Trip Guide & Distance

264.7 miles 426 km · straight line
320.2 miles actual route 515.3 km · driving distance
6h 5min estimated drive time
$31 - $38 estimated fuel cost
~1h 2min flight time
271° W bearing direction

How far is Baltimore from Parkersburg?

The distance from Baltimore to Parkersburg is 264.7 miles (426 km) as the crow flies. Parkersburg is located W of Baltimore. By car, the driving distance is approximately 320.2 miles, taking about 6h 5min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 2min. Both are located in United States — Baltimore in Maryland 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. Since you'll be heading mostly West, pack a good pair of sunglasses if you plan to drive during the late afternoon to avoid the harsh sun glare.

Coordinates come from public place data for Baltimore and Parkersburg. The driving distance uses an OSRM road-route result when route data is available. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.

How to Get from Baltimore to Parkersburg

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 6h 5min $31 - $38 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 2min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~7h 18min $26–$48* Budget
Train ~5h 47min $38–$112* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Baltimore & Parkersburg

Quick Facts

Baltimore
39.29°N, 76.61°W
America/New_York
10m 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 88 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 22 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 94.1 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM