Newark, Delaware to Parkersburg: Road Trip Guide & Distance

311.2 miles 500.9 km · straight line
373.5 miles estimated 601.1 km · driving distance
7h 31min estimated drive time
$36 - $44 estimated fuel cost
~1h 8min flight time
267° W bearing direction

How far is Newark, Delaware from Parkersburg?

The distance from Newark, Delaware to Parkersburg is 311.2 miles (500.9 km) as the crow flies. Parkersburg is located W of Newark, Delaware. By car, the driving distance is approximately 373.5 miles, taking about 7h 31min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 8min. Both are located in United States — Newark, Delaware in Delaware and Parkersburg in West Virginia.

This is a solid day of driving. Be sure to take breaks every 2-3 hours to avoid driver fatigue, and plan your meals ahead of time. 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 Newark, Delaware 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 Newark, Delaware to Parkersburg

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 7h 31min $36 - $44 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 8min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~9h 1min $30–$56* Budget
Train ~7h 8min $45–$131* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Newark, Delaware & Parkersburg

Quick Facts

Newark, Delaware
39.68°N, 75.75°W
America/New_York
38m 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 104 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 26 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 80 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients