Boardman to Parkersburg: Road Trip Guide & Distance

130.4 miles 209.8 km · straight line
163 miles estimated 262.3 km · driving distance
3h 17min estimated drive time
$16 - $19 estimated fuel cost
~46min flight time
202° SSW bearing direction

How far is Boardman from Parkersburg?

The distance from Boardman to Parkersburg is 130.4 miles (209.8 km) as the crow flies. Parkersburg is located SSW of Boardman. By car, the driving distance is approximately 163 miles, taking about 3h 17min. A direct flight would take roughly 46min. Both are located in United States — Boardman in Ohio 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. Given the short distance, driving or taking a train is often faster and more convenient than dealing with airport security and flight boarding times.

Coordinates come from public place data for Boardman 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 Boardman to Parkersburg

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 3h 17min $16 - $19 Flexible stops
Fly ~46min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~3h 56min $13–$24* Budget
Train ~3h 7min $20–$57* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Boardman & Parkersburg

Quick Facts

Boardman
41.02°N, 80.66°W
America/New_York
339m 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 43 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 11 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 191 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients