Origin
Parkersburg, WV
Night in Parkersburg on Tuesday
Local time
9:27 PM
EDT
Current temp
67°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Parkersburg, WV to Augusta, WV
Data updated 1 hour ago
Drive Time
4h 24m
Distance
215.1 mi
346 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$34
one way
EV Charging
None
0 DC fast
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
4h 11m
★
6 AM
4h 25m
8 AM
4h 51m
10 AM
4h 34m
12 PM
4h 31m
3 PM
4h 35m
5 PM
4h 50m
8 PM
4h 17m
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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Augusta, WV
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Trip Overview
The drive from Parkersburg, WV to Augusta, WV covers 215.1 miles and takes about 4h 24m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on Corridor D, I 68, Senator Jennings Randolph Highway for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is mixed drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 75.3 miles on Corridor D. At current regular gas prices, budget about $33.64 one way before food or hotel costs.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is possible, but it will make for a full day on the road.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
Midpoint
107.5 miles from Parkersburg, WV
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 6m into the drive .
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Drive Character
The drive from Parkersburg, WV to Augusta, WV covers 215.1 miles and takes about 4h 24m, using a mix of highways and local roads.
Expect a mix of faster highway mileage and slower local approaches near the beginning or end.
There are about 24 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 75.3 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. You will hit about 13 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 0.1 miles in near 6th Street.
Route Complexity
5/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 215.1 miles you will encounter 13 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (6th Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.3 miles (Green Street): Complex interchange - multiple decisions in a short stretch; at 0.4 miles (WV 14 / 5th Street): Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 13 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
0.1 mi into trip
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~0m in
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6th Street
Turn right onto 6th Street
Navigation decision point
6
0.3 mi into trip
|
~1m in
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Green Street
At end of road, turn right onto Green Street
Complex interchange - multiple decisions in a short stretch
5
0.4 mi into trip
|
~1m in
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WV 14 / 5th Street
Turn left onto WV 14 / 5th Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
4
76.4 mi into trip
|
~1h 31m in
Take the exit toward I 79 North
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Toward I 79 North
5
177.2 mi into trip
|
~3h 20m in
Take the exit toward US 220 Truck South
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Exit 40
Toward US 220 Truck South
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Corridor D | 75.3 mi | 1h 28m |
| I 68 | 70.9 mi | 1h 15m |
| Senator Jennings Randolph Highway | 29 mi | 31m |
| Cumberland Road | 10.6 mi | 15m |
| Frankfort Highway | 7.7 mi | 12m |
| Northwestern Turnpike | 5.8 mi | 8m |
| Rocket Center Road | 4.2 mi | 6m |
| East Main Street | 3 mi | 8m |
Longest stretch:
Corridor D
— 75.3 mi, about 1h 28m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Parkersburg, WV and Augusta, WV.
1
Start on WV 68; WV 618
449 ft
·
21 sec
·
Juliana Street
Use the straight / left lanes.
2
Turn right onto 6th Street
0.2 mi
·
50 sec
·
6th Street
3
At end of road, turn right onto Green Street
363 ft
·
19 sec
·
Green Street
4
Turn left onto WV 14
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
5th Street
Use the left lane.
5
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
24 sec
6
Merge onto US 50
75 mi
·
1 hr 28 min
·
Corridor D
7
Take the exit
0.6 mi
·
1 min
Toward I 79 North
8
Merge onto I 79
29 mi
·
31 min
·
Senator Jennings Randolph Highway
9
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
43 sec
Toward I 68 East: Cumberland
10
Continue on I 68
71 mi
·
1 hr 15 min
·
I 68
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
11
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
30 sec
Exit 40
Toward US 220 Truck South
12
Turn slight right
348 ft
·
8 sec
13
Turn straight onto MD 658
0.4 mi
·
42 sec
·
Vocke Road Southwest
14
Turn left onto MD 53
2.7 mi
·
4 min
·
Winchester Road
15
Turn right onto US 220
2.2 mi
·
4 min
·
McMullen Highway Southwest
16
Turn left onto MD 956
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
Patriot Parkway Southwest
17
Continue on WV 956
4.2 mi
·
6 min
·
Rocket Center Road
18
At end of road, turn right onto WV 28
7.7 mi
·
12 min
·
Frankfort Highway
19
Continue on WV 28
2.4 mi
·
3 min
·
Cumberland Road
20
Continue on WV 28
8.3 mi
·
12 min
·
Cumberland Road
21
Continue on WV 28
0.4 mi
·
44 sec
·
North High Street
22
Turn left onto US 50
3.0 mi
·
8 min
·
East Main Street
23
Continue on US 50
5.8 mi
·
8 min
·
Northwestern Turnpike
24
Arrive at destination
US 50
Trip Plan
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.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 107.5 miles from Parkersburg, WV, or about 2h 6m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 75.3 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 36m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 107.5 miles or 2h 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 3h 19m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Augusta, WV than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Parkersburg, 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 Parkersburg, WV
This is one driving day of about 215.1 miles and 4h 24m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Parkersburg, WV.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Plan about 1 real break rather than only quick fuel stops.
The longest stretch is on Corridor D for about 75.3 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 107.5 mi from Parkersburg, WV · 2h 6m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
Municipality of Bethel Park, PA
108 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.
Municipality of Bethel Park, PA
Meal breakThe midpoint is around 107.5 miles from Parkersburg, 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 75.3 miles.
Arriving in Augusta, WV
The final approach into Augusta, 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 Augusta, 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
$33.64 one way
$67.27 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
75 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.34 | $36.78 | $73.56 |
| premium | $4.70 | $39.81 | $79.62 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $47.49 | $94.98 |
Estimated Tolls: $0.40
Northwestern Turnpike
(5.8 mi)
$0.40
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
$34
Tolls
$0
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$59–$84
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 75.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $23 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 64.5 | 0 | $22.59 | $10.32 |
| Efficient EV | 53.8 | 0 | $18.82 | $8.60 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 86 | 1 | $30.11 | $13.77 |
Gas CO2
75 kg
EV CO2
25 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
Augusta, WV
Night in Augusta on Tuesday
Local time
9:27 PM
EDT
Current temp
80°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
13 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
4h 24m on the road
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Parkersburg, WV to Augusta, WV covers 215.1 miles and takes about 4h 24m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Corridor D, I 68, Senator Jennings Randolph Highway. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 107.5 miles from Parkersburg, WV. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $33.64 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left. A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
Plan about 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, or rest. Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 215.1 miles you will encounter 13 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (6th Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.3 miles (Green Street): Complex interchange - multiple decisions in a short stretch; at 0.4 miles (WV 14 / 5th Street): Lane positioning matters here.
The route from Parkersburg, WV to Augusta, WV does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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