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Trip from Parkersburg, WV to Huntington, WV

Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards

Drive Time

2h 1m

Distance

95 mi

153 km

Drive Score

7/10

Good drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$15

one way

EV Charging

Sparse

1 stations

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 26 min
4 AM
1h 53m ★
6 AM
2h 2m
8 AM
2h 19m
10 AM
2h 8m
12 PM
2h 6m
3 PM
2h 9m
5 PM
2h 18m
8 PM
1h 56m

Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.

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city in and county seat of Wood County, West Virginia

Parkersburg, WV

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city in Cabell County, West Virginia, United States

Huntington, WV

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Trip Overview

This straightforward 95-mile drive from Parkersburg, WV to Huntington, WV is easily manageable as a single-day trip, taking just over 2 hours to complete. You'll primarily be on SR 7 and WV 2, with a significant portion of the journey, 87%, on highways, making for an efficient transit. With an estimated fuel cost of around $15, this route is budget-friendly for a day excursion. The drive stays within the Southeast region of West Virginia, offering a consistent feel throughout. It’s a practical option if you need to get from point A to point B without much fuss.

Trip Pace

Same-day drive is realistic

A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.

Midpoint

47.5 miles from Parkersburg, WV

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 58m into the drive .

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
SR 7 41.6 mi 49m
WV 2 40.3 mi 52m
Main Street 0.8 mi 1m
Parkersburg–Belpre Bridge 0.5 mi <1m
US 35 0.5 mi <1m
3rd Avenue 0.5 mi 1m
James A. Rhodes Appalachian Highway 0.2 mi <1m
8th Street 0.2 mi <1m
Longest stretch: SR 7 — 41.6 mi, about 49m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Parkersburg, WV and Huntington, WV.

1

Start on WV 68; WV 618

61 ft · 9 sec · Juliana Street
2

Turn left onto 5th Street

414 ft · 16 sec · 5th Street
Use the straight / left lanes.
3

Continue on Parkersburg–Belpre Bridge

0.5 mi · 51 sec · Parkersburg–Belpre Bridge
4

Turn right onto SR 32; SR 618

0.8 mi · 1 min · Main Street
5

Turn left onto SR 32

0.2 mi · 22 sec · James A. Rhodes Appalachian Highway
Use the left lane.
6

Merge onto SR 7; SR 32

30 mi · 36 min · SR 7; SR 32
Use the straight lane.
7

Take the exit

9.6 mi · 11 min
8

Continue on SR 7

11 mi · 12 min · SR 7
9

Take the exit

0.3 mi · 43 sec
10

Merge onto US 35

0.5 mi · 36 sec · US 35
11

Take the exit

0.3 mi · 40 sec
Toward WV 2 South: Huntington
12

Merge onto WV 2

40 mi · 52 min · WV 2
13

Continue on 3rd Avenue

0.5 mi · 1 min · 3rd Avenue
Use the straight lane.
14

Turn left onto 8th Street

0.2 mi · 27 sec · 8th Street
Use the left lane.
15

Arrive at destination

8th Street

Trip Plan

Given the short 2-hour duration and 95-mile distance, you have plenty of flexibility to depart at your convenience. Leaving in the morning allows you to arrive in Huntington with ample time for your activities. With a low fuel cost of approximately $15, you likely won't need to worry about frequent stops for gas. The longest stretch without a break is over 40 miles, so consider a brief pause before or during that segment if needed. A specific tip: pay close attention to signage for WV 2 as it can be a key connector through some of the smaller towns you'll pass.

Morning Departure

Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch.

Evening Departure

Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.

You can normally do this drive in one day.
You may only need one short stretch break if traffic stays light.
The halfway point lands around 47.5 miles from Parkersburg, WV, or about 58m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 41.6 miles.

This is a comfortable same-day trip.

Departure

Before you leave

Start with fuel, water, and navigation already sorted so the first hour feels easy.

First stop

Around 21 miles or 26m in

Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.

Halfway reset

Around 47.5 miles or 58m in

This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.

Final approach

Final hour starts around 1h 38m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Huntington, WV than in the middle of the route.

Before You Leave

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Open the route before leaving Parkersburg, WV so your first major turns are already loaded.

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Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.

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Check your fuel range against the first long segment, especially if you are starting outside city service areas.

Day 1

Settle into the route from Parkersburg, WV

This is one driving day of about 95 miles and 2h 1m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 21 miles from Parkersburg, WV.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on SR 7 for about 41.6 miles.

Where to Stop

Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.

Downtown Addison, OH, OH

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Addison, OH

48 mi into the route

Best for: Lunch, fuel, and a longer reset

This sits close to the middle of the route, so it works well for the longest stop of the day.

Pacing Suggestions

Pomeroy, OH

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 21 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Addison, OH

Meal break

The midpoint is around 47.5 miles from Parkersburg, WV, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.

Nearby Places

Restaurants, cafes, gas stations and more along your route.

Top Restaurant

Taste of Asia hibachi in Huntington

4.3 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Huntington, West Virginia

Near the end, right off the route

0.2 mi from route $20 to $30 mile 95

Hours: 10:30 am–9:30 pm

+13047812222

Visit website

Gumbo Stop Cafe

4.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Huntington, West Virginia

0.4 mi

Luigi’s Italian restaurant

4.1 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Huntington, West Virginia

0.2 mi

Top Coffee Stop

The Old Village Roaster

4.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Huntington, West Virginia

Near the end, right off the route

0.2 mi from route $1 to $10 mile 95

Hours: 6:30 am–5 pm

+13046971944

Visit website

Taste of Asia hibachi in Huntington

4.3 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, right off the route

0.2 mi from route $20 to $30 mile 95

Huntington, West Virginia

Hours: 10:30 am–9:30 pm

+13047812222

Visit website

Gumbo Stop Cafe

4.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, right off the route

0.4 mi from route ~1 min detour $10 to $20 mile 95

Huntington, West Virginia

Hours: 11 am–8 pm

+13046542240

Visit website

Luigi’s Italian restaurant

4.1 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, right off the route

0.2 mi from route $10 to $20 mile 95

Huntington, West Virginia

Hours: 10 am–9 pm

+16812045222

Visit website

Cook Out

4.3 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, short detour

1.9 mi from route ~5 min detour $1 to $10 mile 95

Huntington, West Virginia

Hours: 10:30 am–3:30 pm

+18665470011

Visit website

Bombshells And Ales Huntington

4.3 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, short detour

2.1 mi from route ~5 min detour $10 to $20 mile 95

Huntington, West Virginia

Hours: 11 am–10 pm

+16812043994

Visit website

Thai Fusion

4.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

2.6 mi from route ~6 min detour $10 to $20 mile 88.2

Barboursville, West Virginia

Hours: 11 am–3 pm

+13049486923

Visit website

LongHorn Steakhouse

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, short detour

2.7 mi from route ~7 min detour Moderately mile 88.2

Barboursville, West Virginia

Hours: 11 am–10 pm

+13049555541

Visit website

Luigi’s

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

2.9 mi from route ~7 min detour $10 to $20 mile 88.2

Huntington, West Virginia

Hours: 10 am–9 pm

+13049486093

Visit website

The Old Village Roaster

4.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, right off the route

0.2 mi from route $1 to $10 mile 95

Huntington, West Virginia

Hours: 6:30 am–5 pm

+13046971944

Visit website

Electric Vehicle Charging Station

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

2.3 mi from route ~6 min detour mile 95

Huntington, West Virginia

Hours: Open 24 hours

Mothman Statue and Marker

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

1.2 mi from route ~3 min detour mile 54.3

Point Pleasant, West Virginia

Hours: Open 24 hours

+13048125211

Visit website

Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.

Heads-up: tricky spots

5 of 10

5 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 52.9 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.

7
0 mi into trip | ~0m in | 5th Street

Turn left onto 5th Street

Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / left lanes.
6
1.4 mi into trip | ~3m in | SR 32 / James A. Rhodes Appalachian Highway

Turn left onto SR 32 / James A. Rhodes Appalachian Highway

Lane positioning matters here

Use the left lane.
5
1.7 mi into trip | ~3m in | SR 7; SR 32 / SR 7

Merge onto SR 7; SR 32 / SR 7

Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight lane.
5
32.1 mi into trip | ~40m in

Take the exit

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early

5
52.9 mi into trip | ~1h 4m in

Take the exit

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$14.86 one way

$29.71 round trip

$3.97/gal 25.4 MPG avg 33 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.34 $16.24 $32.49
premium $4.70 $17.58 $35.16
diesel $5.61 $20.97 $41.95

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$15

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$40–$65

Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.

Estimated CO2 emission: 33.2 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $10 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 28.5 0 $9.98 $4.56
Efficient EV 23.8 0 $8.31 $3.80
EV Truck/SUV 38 0 $13.30 $6.08

Gas CO2

33 kg

EV CO2

11 kg (67% less)

This trip is well within single-charge range for most EVs. No charging stops needed if you start fully charged.

DC fast charging avg $0.35/kWh. Home charging avg $0.16/kWh. US grid CO2: 0.39 kg/kWh.

Travel Intel

Current conditions at both ends of the drive.

Forecast as of Apr 18, 2026

Origin

Parkersburg, WV

Morning in Parkersburg on Sunday

Local time

6:30 AM

EDT

Current temp

58°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Huntington, WV

Morning in Huntington on Sunday

Local time

6:30 AM

EDT

Current temp

56°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

50°F

Addison, OH

48 mi in

Seasonal Notes

Summer travel usually means heavier construction, hotter rest stops, and busier weekend traffic around major cities.

Winter travel shortens daylight, so a route that looks manageable on paper can feel much longer after dark.

Holiday weekends tend to make both departure and arrival windows slower than the raw route time suggests.

Time zone

Same local time

Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.

Temperature spread

2 degrees cooler at arrival

A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.

Road read

2h 1m on the road

Use the two city cards together: check the sky where you start, then compare it with the local time and temperature at arrival.

Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.

What kind of drive is this?

Expect a highway-focused experience on this 2-hour trip, with 87% of the route utilizing faster roads. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 41.6 miles on SR 7, allowing for sustained momentum. While largely highway, the inclusion of Main Street in your travel plans suggests a brief transition into more local road conditions as you approach your destination. This profile means you'll spend most of your time on well-maintained roads designed for efficient travel, rather than winding scenic byways.

87% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
15 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 41.6 mi on SR 7.

How Hard Is This Drive?

6/10

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on SR 7 and WV 2. You will hit about 10 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near 5th Street.

Driving Effort 6/10

Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing

Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.

This drive requires moderate attention. Across 95 miles you will encounter 10 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.

Where does it get tricky?

The main spots that need attention: near the start (5th Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 1.4 miles (SR 32 / James A. Rhodes Appalachian Highway): Lane positioning matters here; at 1.7 miles (SR 7; SR 32 / SR 7): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.

About the Cities

Starting in Parkersburg, WV

Full guide →

Parkersburg is a city of 30,000 people (as of 2018) in West Virginia. It was known as "Newport" when it was founded, later to be renamed Parkersburg in 1810. The city sits where the Little Kanawha River meets the Ohio river; the town of Belpre lies just across the river in Ohio. Among Parkersburg's more famous residents is Morgan Spurlock, director of the 2004 film Super Size Me; the city's film connections continued with the 2006 film Bubble, which was filmed in the area and starred local residents. The area also has a long history with oil drilling, and is the home of the first documented commercial use of oil in the US.

City content from Wikivoyage (CC BY-SA 4.0) and Wikidata (CC0).

Who Is This Route For?

Weekend Trip

Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 1m. Total distance: 95 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

2h 1m drive, comfortable solo distance.

First-Time Driver

Mostly highway driving (87%). Some complex stretches to watch for.

Frequently Asked Questions

The longest stretch is about 41.6 miles on SR 7. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.

It helps. This route has a higher-than-average number of complex decision points, which get harder in the dark. If the last hour of the trip is on surface roads or mountain grades, aim to arrive at Huntington, WV before sunset when you can. Check the Trip Plan for departure windows that land you in daylight.

Only with planning. This is a long drive for kids — consider splitting it into two days rather than pushing through. Dedicated rest areas are limited, so plan gas or food stops as your bathroom breaks.

Mostly yes along the main roads, but rural stretches through WV can have sparse or no coverage. Before you leave, download offline Google Maps or Apple Maps for the route, and consider downloading music or podcasts instead of streaming. If you depend on data for navigation, keep a paper backup of the turn-by-turn directions.

The main spots that need attention: near the start (5th Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 1.4 miles (SR 32 / James A. Rhodes Appalachian Highway): Lane positioning matters here; at 1.7 miles (SR 7; SR 32 / SR 7): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.

Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Huntington, WV before heading back.

How this page is built

Compiled by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.

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