Parkersburg to Winchester, Kentucky: Road Trip Guide & Distance

166.6 miles 268.1 km · straight line
208.2 miles estimated 335.1 km · driving distance
4h 11min estimated drive time
$20 - $25 estimated fuel cost
~50min flight time
239° WSW bearing direction

How far is Parkersburg from Winchester, Kentucky?

The distance from Parkersburg to Winchester, Kentucky is 166.6 miles (268.1 km) as the crow flies. Winchester, Kentucky is located WSW of Parkersburg. By car, the driving distance is approximately 208.2 miles, taking about 4h 11min. A direct flight would take roughly 50min. Both are located in United States — Parkersburg in West Virginia and Winchester, Kentucky in Kentucky.

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. 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 Winchester, Kentucky. 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 Winchester, Kentucky

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 4h 11min $20 - $25 Flexible stops
Fly ~50min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~5h 1min $17–$31* Budget
Train ~3h 58min $25–$73* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Parkersburg & Winchester, Kentucky

Quick Facts

Parkersburg
39.27°N, 81.56°W
America/New_York
187m elevation
Winchester, Kentucky
37.99°N, 84.18°W
America/New_York
303m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 56 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 14 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 149.5 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients