Muncie to Parkersburg: Road Trip Guide & Distance

213.1 miles 342.9 km · straight line
266.3 miles estimated 428.6 km · driving distance
5h 21min estimated drive time
$26 - $32 estimated fuel cost
~56min flight time
106° ESE bearing direction

How far is Muncie from Parkersburg?

The distance from Muncie to Parkersburg is 213.1 miles (342.9 km) as the crow flies. Parkersburg is located ESE of Muncie. By car, the driving distance is approximately 266.3 miles, taking about 5h 21min. A direct flight would take roughly 56min. Both are located in United States — Muncie in Indiana 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.

Coordinates come from public place data for Muncie 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 Muncie to Parkersburg

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 5h 21min $26 - $32 Flexible stops
Fly ~56min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~6h 25min $21–$40* Budget
Train ~5h 5min $32–$93* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Muncie & Parkersburg

Quick Facts

Muncie
40.19°N, 85.39°W
America/Indiana/Indianapolis
284m 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 71 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 18 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 116.9 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients