Parkersburg to Portsmouth, Ohio: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Parkersburg from Portsmouth, Ohio?

The distance from Parkersburg to Portsmouth, Ohio is 85.5 miles (137.6 km) as the crow flies. Portsmouth, Ohio is located WSW of Parkersburg. By car, the driving distance is approximately 106.9 miles, taking about 2h 9min. A direct flight would take roughly 40min. Both are located in United States — Parkersburg in West Virginia and Portsmouth, Ohio in Ohio.

This is a quick and easy drive, perfect for a day trip or weekend getaway. You can easily make the round trip in a single day. 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. 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 Portsmouth, Ohio. 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.