Origin
Monongah, WV
Evening in Monongah on Tuesday
Local time
6:13 PM
EDT
Current temp
62°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Monongah, WV to Parkersburg, WV
Data updated 0 seconds ago
Drive Time
1h 50m
Distance
88.8 mi
143 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$14
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 43m
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6 AM
1h 51m
8 AM
2h 7m
10 AM
1h 57m
12 PM
1h 55m
3 PM
1h 57m
5 PM
2h 6m
8 PM
1h 46m
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 88.8-mile journey from Monongah, WV, to Parkersburg, WV, is a manageable day trip, estimated to take around 1 hour and 50 minutes. You'll primarily travel on Corridor D, with segments on Main Street and Shinnston Pike, offering a driving experience that's a bit turn-heavy but mostly on main roads. With a fuel cost estimated at $14, this drive through the Southeast region of West Virginia is budget-friendly. There are no designated stops in the data, so you have the flexibility to explore as you go. This route is well-suited for a single day's adventure.
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
44.4 miles from Monongah, WV
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 57m into the drive .
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Drive Character
Expect a 'turn-heavy local drive' for this 88.8-mile stretch. While 100% of the route is on main roads, the profile suggests a dynamic driving experience rather than a monotonous highway cruise. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 70.4 miles on Corridor D, offering a period of consistent travel. However, be prepared for more frequent turns and road changes as you navigate through local areas. This character means you'll likely experience varied speed limits and road conditions throughout the 1 hour and 50 minute drive.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 14 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Corridor D is the longest continuous segment at about 70.4 miles.
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. The trickiest moment comes around 87.6 miles in.
Route Complexity
2/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
The drive from Monongah, WV to Parkersburg, WV is easy. At 1h 50m with 1% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 87.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early; at 87.9 miles (WV 14): Lane positioning matters here; at 88.4 miles (Market Street): Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 7 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
4
87.6 mi into trip
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~1h 47m in
Take the exit toward WV 14: Downtown
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Toward WV 14: Downtown
5
87.9 mi into trip
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~1h 48m in
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WV 14
Turn right onto WV 14
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
6
88.4 mi into trip
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~1h 49m in
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Market Street
Turn left onto Market Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / left lanes.
4
88.6 mi into trip
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~1h 50m in
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North 3rd Street
Turn right onto North 3rd Street
Navigation decision point
7
88.7 mi into trip
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~1h 50m in
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WV 68 / Juliana Street
Turn right onto WV 68 / Juliana Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Corridor D | 70.4 mi | 1h 21m |
| Main Street | 8.2 mi | 12m |
| Shinnston Pike | 7.2 mi | 10m |
| Freedom Highway | 1.2 mi | 1m |
| WV 14 | 0.5 mi | 1m |
| Camden Avenue | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| Juliana Street | 0.1 mi | <1m |
| Market Street | 0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Corridor D
— 70.4 mi, about 1h 21m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Monongah, WV and Parkersburg, WV.
1
Start on US 19
0.2 mi
·
16 sec
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Camden Avenue
2
Continue on US 19
0.1 mi
·
11 sec
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Pike Street
3
Continue on US 19
1.2 mi
·
1 min
·
Freedom Highway
4
Continue on US 19
8.2 mi
·
12 min
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Main Street
5
Continue on US 19; WV 20
7.2 mi
·
10 min
·
Shinnston Pike
6
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
37 sec
7
Merge onto US 50
70 mi
·
1 hr 21 min
·
Corridor D
8
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
37 sec
Toward WV 14: Downtown
9
Turn right onto WV 14
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
WV 14
Use the straight lane.
10
Turn left onto Market Street
0.1 mi
·
28 sec
·
Market Street
Use the straight / left lanes.
11
Turn right onto North 3rd Street
237 ft
·
12 sec
·
North 3rd Street
12
Continue on 3rd Street
224 ft
·
12 sec
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3rd Street
13
Turn right onto WV 68
0.1 mi
·
27 sec
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Juliana Street
Use the straight lane.
14
Arrive at destination
WV 68; WV 618
Trip Plan
Given the short 1 hour and 50-minute duration, this drive offers plenty of flexibility. You can depart anytime that suits your schedule, as it's easily completed within a single day. With a fuel cost around $14, you won't need to worry much about budget. The 'turn-heavy local drive' profile means paying attention to navigation and speed limits, especially on Main Street and Shinnston Pike. Since there are no suggested stops, plan your own breaks as needed, perhaps near the 70.4-mile mark on Corridor D where the road is most consistent.
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 44.4 miles from Monongah, WV, or about 57m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 70.4 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 80 miles or 1h 38m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 44.4 miles or 57m 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 33m
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 Monongah, 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 Monongah, WV
This is one driving day of about 88.8 miles and 1h 50m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Monongah, 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 Corridor D for about 70.4 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 44.4 mi from Monongah, WV · 57m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
44 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
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 44.4 miles from Monongah, WV, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before Corridor D if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 70.4 miles.
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
$13.89 one way
$27.77 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
31 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.34 | $15.18 | $30.37 |
| premium | $4.70 | $16.43 | $32.87 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $19.61 | $39.21 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$14
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$39–$64
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 31.1 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $9 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 26.6 | 0 | $9.32 | $4.26 |
| Efficient EV | 22.2 | 0 | $7.77 | $3.55 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 35.5 | 0 | $12.43 | $5.68 |
Gas CO2
31 kg
EV CO2
10 kg (68% 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
6:13 PM
EDT
Current temp
38°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
74°F
Newtown, PA
44 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
24 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
1h 50m 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 Monongah, WV to Parkersburg, WV covers 88.8 miles and takes about 1h 50m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Corridor D, Main Street, Shinnston Pike. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 44.4 miles from Monongah, WV. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $13.89 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 Monongah, WV to Parkersburg, WV is easy. At 1h 50m with 1% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
The main spots that need attention: at 87.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early; at 87.9 miles (WV 14): Lane positioning matters here; at 88.4 miles (Market Street): Lane positioning matters here.
The route from Monongah, WV to Parkersburg, WV does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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