Fresno, California to Parkersburg: Road Trip Guide & Distance

2073.1 miles 3336.3 km · straight line
2478.7 miles actual route 3989.1 km · driving distance
44h 3min estimated drive time
$239 - $294 estimated fuel cost
~4h 40min flight time
73° ENE bearing direction

How far is Fresno, California from Parkersburg?

The distance from Fresno, California to Parkersburg is 2073.1 miles (3336.3 km) as the crow flies. Parkersburg is located ENE of Fresno, California. By car, the driving distance is approximately 2478.7 miles, taking about 44h 3min. A direct flight would take roughly 4h 40min. Both are located in United States — Fresno, California in California and Parkersburg in West Virginia.

This is a serious multi-day road trip! We strongly recommend breaking this journey up with an overnight stay to ensure you arrive safely and refreshed. Heading East means you'll be driving into the sunrise if you start early. Keep your windshield clean for the best visibility. For a trip of this distance, flying is significantly faster. However, driving offers the flexibility to explore stops along the way.

Coordinates come from public place data for Fresno, California 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 Fresno, California to Parkersburg

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 44h 3min $239 - $294 Flexible stops
Fly ~4h 40min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~52h 52min $198–$372* Budget
Train ~57h 16min $297–$868* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Fresno, California & Parkersburg

Quick Facts

Fresno, California
36.74°N, 119.79°W
America/Los_Angeles
94m 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 691 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 173 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 12 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM