Parkersburg to State College: Road Trip Guide & Distance

222.4 miles 357.9 km · straight line
278 miles estimated 447.4 km · driving distance
5h 36min estimated drive time
$27 - $33 estimated fuel cost
~57min flight time
61° ENE bearing direction

How far is Parkersburg from State College?

The distance from Parkersburg to State College is 222.4 miles (357.9 km) as the crow flies. State College is located ENE of Parkersburg. By car, the driving distance is approximately 278 miles, taking about 5h 36min. A direct flight would take roughly 57min. Both are located in United States — Parkersburg in West Virginia and State College 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.

Coordinates come from public place data for Parkersburg and State College. 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 State College

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 5h 36min $27 - $33 Flexible stops
Fly ~57min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~6h 43min $22–$42* Budget
Train ~5h 19min $33–$97* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Parkersburg & State College

Quick Facts

Parkersburg
39.27°N, 81.56°W
America/New_York
187m elevation
State College
40.79°N, 77.86°W
America/New_York
355m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 74 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 19 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 112 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients