Cave Spring to Parkersburg: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Cave Spring from Parkersburg?

The distance from Cave Spring to Parkersburg is 164 miles (264 km) as the crow flies. Parkersburg is located NNW of Cave Spring. By car, the driving distance is approximately 205.1 miles, taking about 4h 8min. A direct flight would take roughly 50min. Both are located in United States — Cave Spring 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. 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 Cave Spring 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.