Kingsport to Parkersburg: Road Trip Guide & Distance

195.5 miles 314.7 km · straight line
244.4 miles estimated 393.4 km · driving distance
4h 55min estimated drive time
$24 - $29 estimated fuel cost
~54min flight time
16° NNE bearing direction

How far is Kingsport from Parkersburg?

The distance from Kingsport to Parkersburg is 195.5 miles (314.7 km) as the crow flies. Parkersburg is located NNE of Kingsport. By car, the driving distance is approximately 244.4 miles, taking about 4h 55min. A direct flight would take roughly 54min. Both are located in United States — Kingsport in Tennessee 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. Given the short distance, driving or taking a train is often faster and more convenient than dealing with airport security and flight boarding times.

Coordinates come from public place data for Kingsport 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 Kingsport to Parkersburg

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 4h 55min $24 - $29 Flexible stops
Fly ~54min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~5h 54min $20–$37* Budget
Train ~4h 40min $29–$86* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Kingsport & Parkersburg

Quick Facts

Kingsport
36.55°N, 82.56°W
America/New_York
369m 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 65 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 16 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 127.3 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients