Bristol, Virginia to Parkersburg: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Bristol, Virginia from Parkersburg?

The distance from Bristol, Virginia to Parkersburg is 187.7 miles (302 km) as the crow flies. Parkersburg is located N of Bristol, Virginia. By car, the driving distance is approximately 234.6 miles, taking about 4h 43min. A direct flight would take roughly 53min. Both are located in United States — Bristol, Virginia in Virginia 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. 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 Bristol, Virginia 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.