Chicago to Parkersburg: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Chicago from Parkersburg?

The distance from Chicago to Parkersburg is 365.9 miles (588.9 km) as the crow flies. Parkersburg is located ESE of Chicago. By car, the driving distance is approximately 426.7 miles, taking about 8h 56min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 14min. Both are located in United States — Chicago in Illinois and Parkersburg in West Virginia.

This is a solid day of driving. Be sure to take breaks every 2-3 hours to avoid driver fatigue, and plan your meals ahead of time. 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 Chicago and Parkersburg. The driving distance uses an OSRM road-route result when route data is available. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.