Kernersville to Parkersburg: Road Trip Guide & Distance

232.1 miles 373.6 km · straight line
290.2 miles estimated 467 km · driving distance
5h 50min estimated drive time
$28 - $34 estimated fuel cost
~58min flight time
340° NNW bearing direction

How far is Kernersville from Parkersburg?

The distance from Kernersville to Parkersburg is 232.1 miles (373.6 km) as the crow flies. Parkersburg is located NNW of Kernersville. By car, the driving distance is approximately 290.2 miles, taking about 5h 50min. A direct flight would take roughly 58min. Both are located in United States — Kernersville in North Carolina 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 Kernersville 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 Kernersville to Parkersburg

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 5h 50min $28 - $34 Flexible stops
Fly ~58min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~7h 0min $23–$44* Budget
Train ~5h 33min $35–$102* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Kernersville & Parkersburg

Quick Facts

Kernersville
36.12°N, 80.07°W
America/New_York
308m 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 77 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 19 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 107.3 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients