Carlisle, Pennsylvania to Parkersburg: Road Trip Guide & Distance

241.1 miles 388 km · straight line
301.4 miles estimated 485 km · driving distance
6h 4min estimated drive time
$29 - $36 estimated fuel cost
~59min flight time
256° WSW bearing direction

How far is Carlisle, Pennsylvania from Parkersburg?

The distance from Carlisle, Pennsylvania to Parkersburg is 241.1 miles (388 km) as the crow flies. Parkersburg is located WSW of Carlisle, Pennsylvania. By car, the driving distance is approximately 301.4 miles, taking about 6h 4min. A direct flight would take roughly 59min. Both are located in United States — Carlisle, Pennsylvania in Pennsylvania 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 Carlisle, Pennsylvania 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 Carlisle, Pennsylvania to Parkersburg

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 6h 4min $29 - $36 Flexible stops
Fly ~59min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~7h 17min $24–$45* Budget
Train ~5h 46min $36–$105* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Carlisle, Pennsylvania & Parkersburg

Quick Facts

Carlisle, Pennsylvania
40.20°N, 77.19°W
America/New_York
146m 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 80 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 20 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 103.3 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients