Parkersburg to Washington DC: Road Trip Guide & Distance

243.9 miles 392.5 km · straight line
314 miles actual route 505.4 km · driving distance
6h 8min estimated drive time
$30 - $37 estimated fuel cost
~59min flight time
94° E bearing direction

How far is Parkersburg from Washington DC?

The distance from Parkersburg to Washington DC is 243.9 miles (392.5 km) as the crow flies. Washington DC is located E of Parkersburg. By car, the driving distance is approximately 314 miles, taking about 6h 8min. A direct flight would take roughly 59min. Both are located in United States — Parkersburg in West Virginia and Washington DC in District of Columbia.

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 Washington DC. The driving distance uses an OSRM road-route result when route data is available. 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 Washington DC

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 6h 8min $30 - $37 Flexible stops
Fly ~59min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~7h 22min $25–$47* Budget
Train ~5h 50min $38–$110* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Parkersburg & Washington DC

Quick Facts

Parkersburg
39.27°N, 81.56°W
America/New_York
187m elevation
Washington DC
38.91°N, 77.04°W
America/New_York
7m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 81 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 20 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 102.1 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM