Parkersburg to Radford: Road Trip Guide & Distance

156.9 miles 252.5 km · straight line
196.1 miles estimated 315.6 km · driving distance
3h 57min estimated drive time
$19 - $23 estimated fuel cost
~49min flight time
160° SSE bearing direction

How far is Parkersburg from Radford?

The distance from Parkersburg to Radford is 156.9 miles (252.5 km) as the crow flies. Radford is located SSE of Parkersburg. By car, the driving distance is approximately 196.1 miles, taking about 3h 57min. A direct flight would take roughly 49min. Both are located in United States — Parkersburg in West Virginia and Radford in 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. 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 Radford. 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 Radford

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 3h 57min $19 - $23 Flexible stops
Fly ~49min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~4h 44min $16–$29* Budget
Train ~3h 45min $24–$69* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Parkersburg & Radford

Quick Facts

Parkersburg
39.27°N, 81.56°W
America/New_York
187m elevation
Radford
37.13°N, 80.58°W
America/New_York
567m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 52 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 13 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 158.7 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients