Franklin, Indiana to Parkersburg: Road Trip Guide & Distance

240.4 miles 386.9 km · straight line
300.5 miles estimated 483.6 km · driving distance
6h 3min estimated drive time
$29 - $36 estimated fuel cost
~59min flight time
92° E bearing direction

How far is Franklin, Indiana from Parkersburg?

The distance from Franklin, Indiana to Parkersburg is 240.4 miles (386.9 km) as the crow flies. Parkersburg is located E of Franklin, Indiana. By car, the driving distance is approximately 300.5 miles, taking about 6h 3min. A direct flight would take roughly 59min. Both are located in United States — Franklin, Indiana in Indiana 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 Franklin, Indiana 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 Franklin, Indiana to Parkersburg

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 6h 3min $29 - $36 Flexible stops
Fly ~59min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~7h 16min $24–$45* Budget
Train ~5h 45min $36–$105* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Franklin, Indiana & Parkersburg

Quick Facts

Franklin, Indiana
39.48°N, 86.06°W
America/Indiana/Indianapolis
221m 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 103.6 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients