Detroit to Parkersburg: Road Trip Guide & Distance

225.5 miles 362.9 km · straight line
304.3 miles actual route 489.7 km · driving distance
5h 55min estimated drive time
$29 - $36 estimated fuel cost
~57min flight time
159° SSE bearing direction

How far is Detroit from Parkersburg?

The distance from Detroit to Parkersburg is 225.5 miles (362.9 km) as the crow flies. Parkersburg is located SSE of Detroit. By car, the driving distance is approximately 304.3 miles, taking about 5h 55min. A direct flight would take roughly 57min. Both are located in United States — Detroit 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 Detroit 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.

How to Get from Detroit to Parkersburg

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 5h 55min $29 - $36 Flexible stops
Fly ~57min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~7h 6min $24–$46* Budget
Train ~5h 37min $37–$107* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Detroit & Parkersburg

Quick Facts

Detroit
42.33°N, 83.05°W
America/Detroit
183m 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 75 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 19 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 110.4 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM