Frederick to Parkersburg: Road Trip Guide & Distance

222 miles 357.3 km · straight line
277.5 miles estimated 446.6 km · driving distance
5h 35min estimated drive time
$27 - $33 estimated fuel cost
~57min flight time
269° W bearing direction

How far is Frederick from Parkersburg?

The distance from Frederick to Parkersburg is 222 miles (357.3 km) as the crow flies. Parkersburg is located W of Frederick. By car, the driving distance is approximately 277.5 miles, taking about 5h 35min. A direct flight would take roughly 57min. Both are located in United States — Frederick in Maryland 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.

Coordinates come from public place data for Frederick 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 Frederick to Parkersburg

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 5h 35min $27 - $33 Flexible stops
Fly ~57min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~6h 42min $22–$42* Budget
Train ~5h 18min $33–$97* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Frederick & Parkersburg

Quick Facts

Frederick
39.41°N, 77.41°W
America/New_York
87m 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 74 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 19 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 112.2 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients