Trip from Parkersburg, WV to Hooverson Heights, WV

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Drive Time

2h 20m

Distance

112.3 mi

181 km

Drive Score

9/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$18

one way

EV Charging

station data

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 29 min

4 AM

2h 11m ★

6 AM

2h 21m

8 AM

2h 40m

10 AM

2h 28m

12 PM

2h 26m

3 PM

2h 29m

5 PM

2h 39m

8 PM

2h 15m

Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.

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Parkersburg, WV

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Trip Overview

Connecting Parkersburg to Hooverson Heights, this 112.3-mile journey takes approximately 2 hours and 20 minutes to complete. Because the entire trip stays within West Virginia, you will find the travel time manageable enough to finish in a single day without needing an overnight stay. Expect to spend roughly $18 on fuel, making this an economical choice for your travel plans. The route relies on a combination of SR 7, North State Rt. 2, and 2nd Street to bridge the gap between these two Southeast locations. Whether you are traveling for business or a quick getaway, the straightforward nature of this drive allows for a flexible schedule.

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

56.1 miles from Parkersburg, WV

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 6m into the drive .

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Drive Character

This mixed drive offers a varied experience behind the wheel, transitioning between different types of road surfaces and traffic patterns. You will spend about 44% of your time on highways, though the remainder of the route involves navigating local roads that require more driver attention. A notable portion of your trip includes a 25.8-mile stretch on SR 7, which serves as your longest uninterrupted segment. Expect the road personality to shift as you move between the segments of SR 7 and North State Rt. 2. It is not a monotonous interstate grind, but rather a balanced trek that demands a steady pace as you navigate the regional landscape.

Expect a mix of faster highway mileage and slower local approaches near the beginning or end.

There are about 31 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.

SR 7 is the longest continuous segment at about 25.8 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 18 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 6/10

Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing

This drive requires moderate attention. Across 112.3 miles you will encounter 18 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 18 key points

These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.

0.1 mi into trip | ~0m in | 6th Street

Turn right onto 6th Street

Navigation decision point

0.3 mi into trip | ~1m in | Green Street

At end of road, turn right onto Green Street

Complex interchange - multiple decisions in a short stretch

0.4 mi into trip | ~1m in | WV 14 / 5th Street

Turn left onto WV 14 / 5th Street

Lane positioning matters here

Use the left lane.

7.6 mi into trip | ~10m in | WV 2

Take the exit onto WV 2 toward WV 2 North, WV 68 South: Vienna, North Parkersburg

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Toward WV 2 North, WV 68 South: Vienna, North P...

8 mi into trip | ~11m in | WV 2

Keep slight right at fork onto WV 2 toward WV 2 North, WV 68 South: Vienna, North Parkersburg

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Toward WV 2 North, WV 68 South: Vienna, North P...

Towns Mentioned on Route Signs

Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.

On the drive from Parkersburg, WV to Hooverson Heights, WV, road signs begin pointing toward Brilliant along the way.

Brilliant

103.5 mi in | ~2h 5m

Main Roads

Road	Distance	Duration
SR 7	25.8 mi	32m
North State Rt. 2	22.4 mi	27m
2nd Street	16.9 mi	19m
State Route 2	11.7 mi	13m
WV 2	6.5 mi	10m
Emerson Avenue	5 mi	5m
Wells Street	5 mi	5m
Vine Street	4.3 mi	4m

Longest stretch: SR 7 — 25.8 mi, about 32m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Parkersburg, WV and Hooverson Heights, WV.

Start on WV 68; WV 618

449 ft · 21 sec · Juliana Street

Use the straight / left lanes.

Turn right onto 6th Street

0.2 mi · 50 sec · 6th Street

At end of road, turn right onto Green Street

363 ft · 19 sec · Green Street

Turn left onto WV 14

0.5 mi · 1 min · 5th Street

Use the left lane.

Take the ramp

0.2 mi · 24 sec

Merge onto US 50

3.2 mi · 3 min · Corridor D

Turn left

0.2 mi · 23 sec

Merge onto I 77; WV 2

3.1 mi · 3 min · I 77; WV 2

Take the exit onto WV 2

0.4 mi · 47 sec · WV 2

Toward WV 2 North, WV 68 South: Vienna, North Parkersburg

Keep slight right at fork onto WV 2

136 ft · 3 sec · WV 2

Toward WV 2 North, WV 68 South: Vienna, North Parkersburg

Continue on WV 2

5.0 mi · 5 min · Emerson Avenue

Continue on WV 2

12 mi · 13 min · State Route 2

Continue on WV 2

17 mi · 19 min · 2nd Street

Turn right onto WV 2

5.0 mi · 5 min · Wells Street

Continue on WV 2

4.3 mi · 4 min · Vine Street

Continue on WV 2

2.0 mi · 2 min · 3rd Street

Continue on WV 2

1.3 mi · 1 min · North State Route 2

Continue on WV 2

22 mi · 27 min · North State Rt. 2

Turn left onto WV 2 Spur

0.4 mi · 30 sec · 12th Street

Continue on SR 872

0.3 mi · 27 sec · SR 872

Take the exit

0.2 mi · 35 sec

Continue on SR 7

26 mi · 32 min · SR 7

Take the exit

0.3 mi · 44 sec

Toward Brilliant

Turn left

0.1 mi · 12 sec

Continue on 3rd Street

0.2 mi · 21 sec · 3rd Street

Turn right onto Wellsburg Bridge

0.5 mi · 1 min · Wellsburg Bridge

Turn left onto WV 2

6.1 mi · 9 min · WV 2

Turn right onto WV 27 Alternate

0.7 mi · 1 min · Allegheny Street

Continue on WV 27 Alternate

0.7 mi · 1 min · Eldersville Road

At end of road, turn right onto Rockdale Road

0.2 mi · 31 sec · Rockdale Road

Arrive at destination

Rockdale Road

Trip Plan

Since this is a relatively short trip, you have the advantage of choosing a departure time that best suits your personal routine without worrying about an overnight split. While the 2-hour and 20-minute duration is concise, remember to account for potential traffic when transitioning between the main roads like 2nd Street. Because there are no designated stops scheduled in the data, it is a good idea to fuel up before you leave Parkersburg to ensure you cover the $18 estimated cost comfortably. If you prefer a relaxed pace, consider mapping out a quick break point once you hit the halfway mark of your 112.3-mile journey to stretch your legs. Keep a close watch on signage when moving from SR 7 onto North State Rt. 2 to ensure you stay on track.

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 56.1 miles from Parkersburg, WV, or about 1h 6m into the drive.

The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 25.8 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 56.1 miles or 1h 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 1h 51m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Hooverson Heights, WV than in the middle of the route.

Before You Leave

Open the route before leaving Parkersburg, 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 Parkersburg, WV

This is one driving day of about 112.3 miles and 2h 20m.

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.

You may only need one short stretch stop if conditions stay smooth.

The longest stretch is on SR 7 for about 25.8 miles.

Where to Stop

Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.

Halfway Point

Midpoint

About 56.1 mi from Parkersburg, WV · 1h 6m into the drive

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Newtown, PA

56 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

Mechanicsburg, PA

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Newtown, PA

Meal break

The midpoint is around 56.1 miles from Parkersburg, WV, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Arriving in Hooverson Heights, WV

The final approach into Hooverson Heights, 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 Hooverson Heights, 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

$17.56 one way

$35.12 round trip

$3.97/gal 25.4 MPG avg 39 kg CO₂

Fuel Type	$/gal	One Way	Round Trip
midgrade	$4.34	$19.20	$38.40
premium	$4.70	$20.78	$41.57
diesel	$5.61	$24.79	$49.59

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$18

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$43–$68

Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.

Estimated CO2 emission: 39.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $12 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO₂

Vehicle Type	kWh	DC Fast	Home Charge
Average EV	33.7	$11.79	$5.39
Efficient EV	28.1	$9.83	$4.49
EV Truck/SUV	44.9	$15.72	$7.19

Gas CO2

39 kg

EV CO2

13 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.

Forecast data refreshed 1 day ago

Origin

Parkersburg, WV

Evening in Parkersburg on Tuesday

Local time

6:15 PM

EDT

Current temp

38°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Hooverson Heights, WV

Evening in Hooverson Heights on Tuesday

Local time

6:15 PM

EDT

Current temp

58°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

74°F

Newtown, PA

56 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

20 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 20m 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 Parkersburg, WV to Hooverson Heights, WV covers 112.3 miles and takes about 2h 20m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.

The main roads are SR 7, North State Rt. 2, 2nd Street. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.

This is a comfortable same-day trip.

The midpoint is about 56.1 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 $17.56 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.