Parkersburg to Staunton: Road Trip Guide & Distance

154.8 miles 249.1 km · straight line
193.5 miles estimated 311.4 km · driving distance
3h 54min estimated drive time
$19 - $23 estimated fuel cost
~49min flight time
119° ESE bearing direction

How far is Parkersburg from Staunton?

The distance from Parkersburg to Staunton is 154.8 miles (249.1 km) as the crow flies. Staunton is located ESE of Parkersburg. By car, the driving distance is approximately 193.5 miles, taking about 3h 54min. A direct flight would take roughly 49min. Both are located in United States — Parkersburg in West Virginia and Staunton 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 Staunton. 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 Staunton

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 3h 54min $19 - $23 Flexible stops
Fly ~49min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~4h 41min $15–$29* Budget
Train ~3h 42min $23–$68* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Parkersburg & Staunton

Quick Facts

Parkersburg
39.27°N, 81.56°W
America/New_York
187m elevation
Staunton
38.15°N, 79.07°W
America/New_York
432m 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 160.9 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients