Origin
Boaz, WV
Evening in Boaz on Tuesday
Local time
6:57 PM
EDT
Current temp
39°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Boaz, WV to Parkersburg, WV
Data updated 3 hours ago
Drive Time
15m
Distance
8.8 mi
14 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$1
one way
EV Charging
None
0 DC fast
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 14m
★
6 AM
0h 15m
8 AM
0h 18m
10 AM
0h 16m
12 PM
0h 16m
3 PM
0h 17m
5 PM
0h 18m
8 PM
0h 15m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Boaz, WV
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Parkersburg, WV
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Trip Overview
The drive from Boaz, WV to Parkersburg, WV covers 8.8 miles and takes about 15m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on Rosemar Road, Williams Highway, Emerson Avenue for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 3.8 miles on Rosemar Road. At current regular gas prices, budget about $1.41 one way before food or hotel costs.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
0 planned breaks
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
4.4 miles from Boaz, WV
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 6m into the drive .
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Drive Character
Expect a 15m drive with frequent turns across 8.8 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 10 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Rosemar Road is the longest continuous segment at about 3.8 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near CR 21/2.
Route Complexity
4/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
This is a straightforward 15m drive. You will face about 6 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (CR 21/2): Navigation decision point; at 0.1 miles (WV 14 / Williams Highway): Navigation decision point; at 5.6 miles (WV 68 / Emerson Avenue): Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 6 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
0 mi into trip
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~0m in
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CR 21/2
Turn right onto CR 21/2
Navigation decision point
3
0.1 mi into trip
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~0m in
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WV 14 / Williams Highway
Turn right onto WV 14 / Williams Highway
Navigation decision point
5
5.6 mi into trip
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~8m in
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WV 68 / Emerson Avenue
Turn right onto WV 68 / Emerson Avenue
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
5
7.2 mi into trip
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~12m in
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WV 14; WV 68 / Ohio Avenue
Turn left onto WV 14; WV 68 / Ohio Avenue
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
7
8.7 mi into trip
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~15m in
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WV 68; WV 618 / Juliana Street
Turn left onto WV 68; WV 618 / Juliana Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left / straight lanes.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Rosemar Road | 3.8 mi | 5m |
| Williams Highway | 1.7 mi | 2m |
| Emerson Avenue | 1.6 mi | 3m |
| Ohio Avenue | 1.4 mi | 2m |
| CR 21/2 | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| 4th Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| Juliana Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| WV 68 | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Rosemar Road
— 3.8 mi, about 5m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Boaz, WV and Parkersburg, WV.
1
Start on CR 21/13
77 ft
·
5 sec
·
CR 21/13
2
Turn right onto CR 21/2
499 ft
·
22 sec
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CR 21/2
3
Turn right onto WV 14
1.7 mi
·
2 min
·
Williams Highway
4
Turn left onto CR 10
3.8 mi
·
5 min
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Rosemar Road
5
Turn right onto WV 68
1.6 mi
·
3 min
·
Emerson Avenue
Use the straight lane.
6
Continue on WV 68
194 ft
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7 sec
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WV 68
Use the straight lane.
7
Turn left onto WV 14; WV 68
1.4 mi
·
2 min
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Ohio Avenue
Use the left lane.
8
Continue on WV 14; WV 618
429 ft
·
22 sec
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4th Street
Use the straight lane.
9
Turn left onto WV 68; WV 618
338 ft
·
11 sec
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Juliana Street
Use the left / straight lanes.
10
Arrive at destination
WV 68; WV 618
Trip Plan
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 4.4 miles from Boaz, WV, or about 6m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 3.8 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 8.8 miles or 15m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 4.4 miles or 6m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 12m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Parkersburg, WV than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Boaz, 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 Boaz, WV
This is one driving day of about 8.8 miles and 15m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Boaz, WV.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
You may only need one short stretch stop if conditions stay smooth.
The longest stretch is on Rosemar Road for about 3.8 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 4.4 mi from Boaz, WV · 6m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
4 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
Arriving in Parkersburg, WV
The final approach into Parkersburg, WV usually feels slower than the middle of the drive, so avoid planning your tightest schedule at the very end.
Try to arrive with enough fuel left to skip an immediate station stop unless you already know the area around Parkersburg, WV.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$1.41 one way
$2.82 round trip
$4.07/gal
25.4 MPG avg
3 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.43 | $1.53 | $3.07 |
| premium | $4.78 | $1.66 | $3.31 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $1.96 | $3.91 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$1
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$26–$51
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 3.1 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $1 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 2.6 | 0 | $0.92 | $0.42 |
| Efficient EV | 2.2 | 0 | $0.77 | $0.35 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 3.5 | 0 | $1.23 | $0.56 |
Gas CO2
3 kg
EV CO2
1 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.
Destination
Parkersburg, WV
Evening in Parkersburg on Tuesday
Local time
6:57 PM
EDT
Current temp
67°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
28 degrees warmer at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
15m 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.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Boaz, WV to Parkersburg, WV covers 8.8 miles and takes about 15m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Rosemar Road, Williams Highway, Emerson Avenue. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 4.4 miles from Boaz, WV. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $1.41 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch. Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
This is a straightforward 15m drive. You will face about 6 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (CR 21/2): Navigation decision point; at 0.1 miles (WV 14 / Williams Highway): Navigation decision point; at 5.6 miles (WV 68 / Emerson Avenue): Lane positioning matters here.
The route from Boaz, WV to Parkersburg, WV does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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