Franklin, Tennessee to Parkersburg: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Franklin, Tennessee from Parkersburg?

The distance from Franklin, Tennessee to Parkersburg is 371 miles (597.1 km) as the crow flies. Parkersburg is located NE of Franklin, Tennessee. By car, the driving distance is approximately 445.2 miles, taking about 8h 57min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 15min. Both are located in United States — Franklin, Tennessee in Tennessee 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 Franklin, Tennessee 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.