North Potomac to Parkersburg: Road Trip Guide & Distance

230.5 miles 370.9 km · straight line
288.1 miles estimated 463.6 km · driving distance
5h 48min estimated drive time
$28 - $34 estimated fuel cost
~58min flight time
275° W bearing direction

How far is North Potomac from Parkersburg?

The distance from North Potomac to Parkersburg is 230.5 miles (370.9 km) as the crow flies. Parkersburg is located W of North Potomac. By car, the driving distance is approximately 288.1 miles, taking about 5h 48min. A direct flight would take roughly 58min. Both are located in United States — North Potomac in Maryland 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 North Potomac 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 North Potomac to Parkersburg

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 5h 48min $28 - $34 Flexible stops
Fly ~58min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~6h 58min $23–$43* Budget
Train ~5h 31min $35–$101* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between North Potomac & Parkersburg

Quick Facts

North Potomac
39.08°N, 77.27°W
America/New_York
79m 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 108 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients