Origin
Mabscott, WV
Evening in Mabscott on Tuesday
Local time
6:03 PM
EDT
Current temp
37°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Mabscott, WV to Parkersburg, WV
Data updated 0 seconds ago
Drive Time
2h 11m
Distance
136.4 mi
219 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
2h 2m
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6 AM
2h 11m
8 AM
2h 30m
10 AM
2h 18m
12 PM
2h 16m
3 PM
2h 19m
5 PM
2h 29m
8 PM
2h 6m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Parkersburg, WV
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Trip Overview
This 136.4-mile journey from Mabscott, WV, to Parkersburg, WV, is designed for a single day, taking approximately 2 hours and 11 minutes to complete. With a projected fuel cost of $22, it's an economical option for a quick trip within the Southeast region. The route primarily utilizes Depot Street and Robert C, with a significant portion on the Coalfields Expressway, though it features no highway driving. Expect a route with frequent turns, making it more of a local exploration than a high-speed transit. This drive is ideal for those who prefer a less direct path and enjoy navigating varied local roads.
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
68.2 miles from Mabscott, WV
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 5m into the drive .
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Drive Character
You'll find this drive to be quite turn-heavy, characteristic of a local route rather than an interstate cruise, as evidenced by the 0% highway share. This means you'll be actively navigating and making frequent adjustments. While the data doesn't specify a longest uninterrupted stretch, the profile suggests a continuous engagement with the road. The absence of long highway segments indicates a journey that keeps you connected to the local landscape, with potential for varied scenery and changing road conditions as you move from town to town. It's a drive that requires your attention at the steering wheel.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 20 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Depot Street 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 Mabscott, WV to Parkersburg, WV is easy. At 2h 11m 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 Mabscott, WV to Parkersburg, WV is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Depot Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Robert C | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Coalfields Expressway | 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:
Depot Street
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Mabscott, WV and Parkersburg, WV.
1
Start on Whitestick Road
0.5 mi
·
1 min
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Whitestick Road
2
At the end of the road, turn right
253 ft
·
7 sec
3
Continue on Depot Street
0.3 mi
·
52 sec
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Depot Street
4
Turn straight onto Robert C. Byrd Drive
0.2 mi
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14 sec
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Robert C. Byrd Drive
5
Take the ramp slight right
0.2 mi
·
22 sec
6
Continue on Coalfields Expressway
0.1 mi
·
8 sec
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Coalfields Expressway
7
Keep slight right
0.3 mi
·
41 sec
8
Merge slight left onto West Virginia Turnpike
58 mi
·
1 hr 9 min
·
West Virginia Turnpike
9
Keep slight right to continue on I 77 North: Parkersburg
1.9 mi
·
2 min
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I 77 North: Parkersburg
10
Keep slight left to continue on I 77 North: Parkersburg
70 mi
·
1 hr 15 min
·
I 77 North: Parkersburg
11
Take the exit slight right toward WV 95: Downtown Parkersburg
0.3 mi
·
42 sec
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WV 95: Downtown Parkersburg
12
Turn left onto Camden Avenue
187 ft
·
7 sec
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Camden Avenue
13
Turn left onto West Virginia Route 95
2.1 mi
·
3 min
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West Virginia Route 95
14
Continue on Camden Avenue
0.8 mi
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1 min
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Camden Avenue
15
Turn right onto Division Street
0.8 mi
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2 min
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Division Street
16
Turn left onto Market Street
0.1 mi
·
29 sec
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Market Street
17
Turn right onto North 3rd Street
236 ft
·
12 sec
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North 3rd Street
18
Continue on 3rd Street
223 ft
·
12 sec
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3rd Street
19
Turn right onto Juliana Street
0.1 mi
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27 sec
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Juliana Street
20
Arrive at your destination
Trip Plan
Given the 2-hour duration, this trip is comfortably achievable in a single day. Aim to depart Mabscott in the morning to allow ample time for any unscheduled stops or to simply enjoy the drive. Since there are no designated stops mentioned and the drive is relatively short, you have the flexibility to pull over as needed. Keep an eye on your fuel, especially since the estimated cost is $22, and plan a refill before you depart or at a convenient point along the Coalfields Expressway. The turn-heavy nature of this route means being mindful of your navigation, so ensure your GPS is set up before you start.
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 68.2 miles from Mabscott, WV, or about 1h 5m 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 17m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 68.2 miles or 1h 5m 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 47m
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 Mabscott, 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 Mabscott, WV
This is one driving day of about 136.4 miles and 2h 11m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Mabscott, 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 68.2 mi from Mabscott, WV · 1h 5m 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
$21.33 one way
$42.66 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
48 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.34 | $23.32 | $46.64 |
| premium | $4.70 | $25.24 | $50.49 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $30.12 | $60.23 |
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: 47.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $14 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 40.9 | 0 | $14.32 | $6.55 |
| Efficient EV | 34.1 | 0 | $11.94 | $5.46 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 54.6 | 0 | $19.10 | $8.73 |
Gas CO2
48 kg
EV CO2
16 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
6:03 PM
EDT
Current temp
38°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
1 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
2h 11m 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 Mabscott, WV to Parkersburg, WV covers 136.4 miles and takes about 2h 11m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Depot Street, Robert C, Coalfields Expressway. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 68.2 miles from Mabscott, WV. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $21.33 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 Mabscott, WV to Parkersburg, WV is easy. At 2h 11m 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 Mabscott, WV to Parkersburg, WV is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Mabscott, WV to Parkersburg, WV does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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