Parkersburg to Pittsburgh: Road Trip Guide & Distance

116.1 miles 186.8 km · straight line
145.1 miles estimated 233.5 km · driving distance
2h 55min estimated drive time
$14 - $17 estimated fuel cost
~44min flight time · usually no direct flights
45° NE bearing direction

How far is Parkersburg from Pittsburgh?

The distance from Parkersburg to Pittsburgh is 116.1 miles (186.8 km) as the crow flies. Pittsburgh is located NE of Parkersburg. By car, the driving distance is approximately 145.1 miles, taking about 2h 55min. A direct flight would take roughly 44min. Both are located in United States — Parkersburg in West Virginia and Pittsburgh in Pennsylvania.

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 Parkersburg and Pittsburgh. 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 Parkersburg to Pittsburgh

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 2h 55min $14 - $17 Flexible stops
Bus ~3h 30min $12–$22* Budget
Train ~2h 46min $17–$51* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Parkersburg & Pittsburgh

Quick Facts

Parkersburg
39.27°N, 81.56°W
America/New_York
187m elevation
Pittsburgh
40.44°N, 80.00°W
America/New_York
367m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 39 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 10 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 214.5 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients