Origin
Bradley, WV
Evening in Bradley on Tuesday
Local time
6:54 PM
EDT
Current temp
74°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Bradley, WV to Parkersburg, WV
Data updated 0 seconds ago
Drive Time
2h 7m
Distance
135.7 mi
218 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$21
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 59m
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6 AM
2h 8m
8 AM
2h 26m
10 AM
2h 14m
12 PM
2h 12m
3 PM
2h 15m
5 PM
2h 25m
8 PM
2h 3m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Bradley, WV
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Parkersburg, WV
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Trip Overview
The drive from Bradley, WV to Parkersburg, WV covers 135.7 miles and takes about 2h 7m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on Robert C, I 64, I 64 West for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. At current regular gas prices, budget about $21.22 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
67.9 miles from Bradley, WV
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 3m into the drive .
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Drive Character
Expect a 2h 7m drive with frequent turns across 135.7 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 17 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Robert C is one of the defining roads on this drive.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. Navigation is very simple — set it and forget it for most of the drive.
Route Complexity
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
The drive from Bradley, WV to Parkersburg, WV is easy. At 2h 7m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Bradley, WV to Parkersburg, WV is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Robert C | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| I 64 | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| I 64 West | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| West Virginia Turnpike | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| I 77 North | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| WV 95 | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Camden Avenue | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Route 95 | Unavailable | Refreshing |
Per-road distance and duration are being refreshed from OSRM for this route.
Longest stretch:
Robert C
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Bradley, WV and Parkersburg, WV.
1
Start on 4th Street
112 ft
·
7 sec
·
4th Street
2
Turn left onto Robert C. Byrd Drive
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
Robert C. Byrd Drive
3
Take the ramp right toward I 64, I 77: Charleston, Bluefield
1.2 mi
·
1 min
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I 64, I 77: Charleston, Bluefield
4
Keep slight right to continue on I 64 West, I 77 North: Charleston
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
I 64 West, I 77 North: Charleston
5
Merge slight left onto West Virginia Turnpike
53 mi
·
1 hr 3 min
·
West Virginia Turnpike
6
Keep slight right to continue on I 77 North: Parkersburg
1.9 mi
·
2 min
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I 77 North: Parkersburg
7
Keep slight left to continue on I 77 North: Parkersburg
70 mi
·
1 hr 15 min
·
I 77 North: Parkersburg
8
Take the exit slight right toward WV 95: Downtown Parkersburg
0.3 mi
·
42 sec
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WV 95: Downtown Parkersburg
9
Turn left onto Camden Avenue
187 ft
·
7 sec
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Camden Avenue
10
Turn left onto West Virginia Route 95
2.1 mi
·
3 min
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West Virginia Route 95
11
Continue on Camden Avenue
0.8 mi
·
1 min
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Camden Avenue
12
Turn right onto Division Street
0.8 mi
·
2 min
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Division Street
13
Turn left onto Market Street
0.1 mi
·
29 sec
·
Market Street
14
Turn right onto North 3rd Street
236 ft
·
12 sec
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North 3rd Street
15
Continue on 3rd Street
223 ft
·
12 sec
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3rd Street
16
Turn right onto Juliana Street
0.1 mi
·
27 sec
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Juliana Street
17
Arrive at your destination
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 67.9 miles from Bradley, WV, or about 1h 3m into the drive.
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 80 miles or 1h 15m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 67.9 miles or 1h 3m 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 44m
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 Bradley, 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 Bradley, WV
This is one driving day of about 135.7 miles and 2h 7m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Bradley, 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.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 67.9 mi from Bradley, WV · 1h 3m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
68 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
$21.22 one way
$42.44 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
48 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.34 | $23.20 | $46.41 |
| premium | $4.70 | $25.12 | $50.23 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $29.96 | $59.92 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$21
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$46–$71
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 47.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $14 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 40.7 | 0 | $14.25 | $6.51 |
| Efficient EV | 33.9 | 0 | $11.87 | $5.43 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 54.3 | 0 | $19.00 | $8.68 |
Gas CO2
47 kg
EV CO2
16 kg (66% 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
6:54 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
7 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 7m 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 Bradley, WV to Parkersburg, WV covers 135.7 miles and takes about 2h 7m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Robert C, I 64, I 64 West. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 67.9 miles from Bradley, WV. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $21.22 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.
The drive from Bradley, WV to Parkersburg, WV is easy. At 2h 7m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Bradley, WV to Parkersburg, WV is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Bradley, WV to Parkersburg, WV does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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