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Drive Time
3h 17m
Distance
166.8 mi
268 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$26
one way
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Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Hinton, WV
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Parkersburg, WV
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If you are planning a trip from Hinton to Parkersburg, expect a straightforward journey covering 166.8 miles. You can comfortably complete this 3-hour and 17-minute drive in a single day, making it an ideal choice for those who prefer to reach their destination without an overnight stay. Your travel budget should account for approximately $27 in fuel costs. The route primarily traverses the southeastern region of West Virginia, moving you efficiently across the state. Because this drive is designed to be quick and direct, it works best as a simple point-to-point transit rather than a multi-day excursion.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
83.4 miles from Hinton, WV
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 42m into the drive .
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This is a highway-focused drive, with 93% of your journey spent on high-speed roads. You will rely heavily on I-77, the West Virginia Turnpike, and I-64 to cover the distance. Expect a consistent pace, as the longest uninterrupted stretch spans 71.9 miles on I-77. While the route is efficient, you should be prepared for the characteristic feel of interstate travel throughout the duration. It is a functional, no-nonsense path that prioritizes speed and directness over the slower pace of local backroads.
Gently rolling terrain
Total Climb
1,593 ft
Total Descent
2,443 ft
Highest Point
2,789 ft
~20.9 mi in
Elevation Range
2,193 ft
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 77 and West Virginia Turnpike. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near 4th Avenue.
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
This is a demanding drive. With 15 significant decision points across 166.8 miles, you will need to stay alert — especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (4th Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 29.1 miles (I 64): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 90.4 miles (I 77): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
Turn left onto 4th Avenue
Navigation decision point
Keep slight right at fork onto I 64 toward I 64 West, I 77 North: Charleston
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Keep slight right at fork onto I 77 toward I 77 North: Parkersburg
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Turn left onto Market Street
Lane positioning matters here
Turn right onto WV 68 / Juliana Street
Lane positioning matters here
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 77 | 71.9 mi | 1h 17m |
| West Virginia Turnpike | 60.9 mi | 1h 12m |
| I 64 | 18.7 mi | 20m |
| Meadow Creek Road | 6.9 mi | 10m |
| West Virginia Route 95 | 2.1 mi | 3m |
| Temple Street | 1.8 mi | 4m |
| WV 20 | 1.7 mi | 2m |
| Camden Avenue | 0.9 mi | 1m |
Step-by-step road directions between Hinton, WV and Parkersburg, WV.
Start on this road
Turn left onto 4th Avenue
Turn right onto WV 20
Continue on WV 20
Continue on WV 20
Take the ramp
Merge onto I 64
Keep slight right at fork onto I 64
Merge onto I 64; I 77
Keep slight right at fork onto I 77
Keep slight left at fork onto I 77
Take the exit
Turn left onto Camden Avenue
Turn left onto WV 95
Continue on WV 95
Turn right onto WV 14
Turn left onto Market Street
Turn right onto North 3rd Street
Continue on 3rd Street
Turn right onto WV 68
Arrive at destination
Given the manageable duration, you have plenty of flexibility in your departure time, though planning for one strategic stop will help keep you fresh behind the wheel. Since your fuel budget is estimated at $27, consider topping off your tank before leaving Hinton to avoid unnecessary detours. Keep a close eye on your mileage while navigating the 71.9-mile stretch on I-77, as this is where you will spend the bulk of your driving time. Because the route is dominated by interstates, remain alert for changing traffic patterns near the major junctions where these highways converge. Taking advantage of the single recommended stop will make the three-hour commitment feel significantly shorter.
Morning Departure
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Evening Departure
A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
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 38m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 83.4 miles or 1h 42m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 2h 40m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Parkersburg, WV than in the middle of the route.
Open the route before leaving Hinton, WV so your first major turns are already loaded.
Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
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 Hinton, WV
This is one driving day of about 166.8 miles and 3h 17m.
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 83.4 mi from Hinton, WV · 1h 42m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
83 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.
A short stop after about 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 83.4 miles from Hinton, WV, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before I 77 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 71.9 miles.
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.
Regular Gas
$26.08 one way
$52.17 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.34 | $28.52 | $57.04 |
| premium | $4.70 | $30.87 | $61.74 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $36.83 | $73.65 |
Estimated Tolls: $4.27
Toll estimates based on average 2024-2025 rates. EZ-Pass/SunPass discounts may lower the actual cost.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$26
Tolls
$4
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$55–$80
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 58.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $18 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 50 | 0 | $17.51 | $8.01 |
| Efficient EV | 41.7 | 0 | $14.60 | $6.67 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 66.7 | 0 | $23.35 | $10.68 |
Gas CO2
58 kg
EV CO2
20 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.
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Origin
Evening in Hinton on Tuesday
Local time
6:03 PM
EDT
Current temp
57°F
Partly Cloudy
Destination
Evening in Parkersburg on Tuesday
Local time
6:03 PM
EDT
Current temp
63°F
Mostly Cloudy
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
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
The weather snapshot is not static. If you are leaving later, give both cities one more quick forecast check before departure.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
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