Canton, Michigan to Parkersburg: Road Trip Guide & Distance

233 miles 374.9 km · straight line
291.2 miles estimated 468.6 km · driving distance
5h 51min estimated drive time
$28 - $34 estimated fuel cost
~58min flight time
154° SSE bearing direction

How far is Canton, Michigan from Parkersburg?

The distance from Canton, Michigan to Parkersburg is 233 miles (374.9 km) as the crow flies. Parkersburg is located SSE of Canton, Michigan. By car, the driving distance is approximately 291.2 miles, taking about 5h 51min. A direct flight would take roughly 58min. Both are located in United States — Canton, Michigan 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 Canton, Michigan 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 Canton, Michigan to Parkersburg

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 5h 51min $28 - $34 Flexible stops
Fly ~58min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~7h 1min $23–$44* Budget
Train ~5h 33min $35–$102* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Canton, Michigan & Parkersburg

Quick Facts

Canton, Michigan
42.31°N, 83.48°W
America/Detroit
207m 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 78 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 19 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 106.9 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients