Newark, New Jersey to Parkersburg: Road Trip Guide & Distance

403.9 miles 650 km · straight line
484.7 miles estimated 780 km · driving distance
9h 45min estimated drive time
$47 - $57 estimated fuel cost
~1h 19min flight time
258° WSW bearing direction

How far is Newark, New Jersey from Parkersburg?

The distance from Newark, New Jersey to Parkersburg is 403.9 miles (650 km) as the crow flies. Parkersburg is located WSW of Newark, New Jersey. By car, the driving distance is approximately 484.7 miles, taking about 9h 45min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 19min. Both are located in United States — Newark, New Jersey in New Jersey 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, New Jersey 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, New Jersey to Parkersburg

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 9h 45min $47 - $57 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 19min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~11h 42min $39–$73* Budget
Train ~9h 16min $58–$170* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Newark, New Jersey & Parkersburg

Quick Facts

Newark, New Jersey
40.74°N, 74.17°W
America/New_York
10m 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 135 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 34 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 61.7 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients