Origin
Parkersburg, WV
Evening in Parkersburg on Tuesday
Local time
6:04 PM
EDT
Current temp
38°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Parkersburg, WV to Oceana, WV
Data updated 0 seconds ago
Drive Time
3h 7m
Distance
150.6 mi
242 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$24
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
2h 56m
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6 AM
3h 8m
8 AM
3h 31m
10 AM
3h 16m
12 PM
3h 14m
3 PM
3h 17m
5 PM
3h 30m
8 PM
3h 1m
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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Oceana, WV
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Trip Overview
Traveling from Parkersburg to Oceana covers 150.6 miles of West Virginia terrain, typically taking about 3 hours and 7 minutes behind the wheel. Because this is a turn-heavy local drive rather than a high-speed interstate sprint, you should plan on this being a full one-day commitment. You will navigate via 6th Street, Green Street, and 5th Street, keeping your travel costs manageable with an estimated fuel budget of $24. Since both your start and end points are located within the Southeast region, the trip maintains a consistent regional character throughout. It serves as a straightforward, manageable journey that is best suited for those who prefer navigating local roads over highway driving.
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
75.3 miles from Parkersburg, WV
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 33m into the drive .
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Drive Character
Expect a technical experience on this route, as it consists entirely of local roads with 0% highway share. You will navigate a series of turns that demand your full attention, making for a drive that feels more hands-on than a standard interstate commute. The personality of this trip is defined by its constant shifts and local road connections, which contrast sharply with the monotony of high-speed travel. Because the route relies on local streets rather than major thoroughfares, you should anticipate a slower, more deliberate pace as you traverse the 150.6-mile distance between these two West Virginia communities.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 17 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
6th 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 Parkersburg, WV to Oceana, WV is easy. At 3h 7m 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 Parkersburg, WV to Oceana, WV is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| 6th Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Green Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| 5th Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Camden Avenue | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Route 95 | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| I 77 | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| I 64 West | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| US 119 South | Unavailable | Refreshing |
Per-road distance and duration are being refreshed from OSRM for this route.
Longest stretch:
6th Street
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Parkersburg, WV and Oceana, WV.
1
Start on Juliana Street
449 ft
·
22 sec
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Juliana Street
2
Turn right onto 6th Street
0.2 mi
·
51 sec
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6th Street
3
At the end of the road, turn right onto Green Street
364 ft
·
20 sec
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Green Street
4
Turn left onto 5th Street
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
5th Street
5
Turn left onto Camden Avenue
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
Camden Avenue
6
Continue on West Virginia Route 95
1.9 mi
·
3 min
·
West Virginia Route 95
7
Take the ramp straight toward I 77, WV 2: Charleston
0.2 mi
·
29 sec
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I 77, WV 2: Charleston
8
Merge slight left
72 mi
·
1 hr 17 min
9
Take the exit slight right toward I 64 West, US 119 South: Huntington
0.2 mi
·
13 sec
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I 64 West, US 119 South: Huntington
10
Keep slight left
0.5 mi
·
34 sec
11
Merge slight right
0.6 mi
·
49 sec
12
Take the exit slight right toward US 119 South: Logan
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
US 119 South: Logan
13
Keep slight right
27 mi
·
31 min
14
Turn right onto Smoot Avenue
1.9 mi
·
2 min
·
Smoot Avenue
15
Turn straight onto State Street
0.6 mi
·
56 sec
·
State Street
16
Turn left onto Logan
43 mi
·
1 hr 4 min
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Logan
17
Arrive at your destination
Trip Plan
Given the turn-heavy nature of this 3-hour and 7-minute drive, you should prioritize leaving early in the day to ensure you can navigate the local roads in clear daylight. With only one planned stop recommended, be sure to verify your fuel levels before departure, even though your total estimated fuel cost is only $24. Flexibility is your best asset on this route, so don't feel pressured to rush through the sections involving 6th, Green, and 5th Streets. Since the route lacks major highway stretches, keep a close eye on your navigation to stay on track during the frequent turns. Planning for this as a single-day trip is ideal, as it allows you to handle the technical road conditions at a steady, comfortable pace.
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 75.3 miles from Parkersburg, WV, or about 1h 33m 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 39m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 75.3 miles or 1h 33m 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 34m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Oceana, 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 150.6 miles and 3h 7m.
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.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 75.3 mi from Parkersburg, WV · 1h 33m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
75 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 Oceana, WV
The final approach into Oceana, 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 Oceana, 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
$23.55 one way
$47.10 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
53 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.34 | $25.75 | $51.50 |
| premium | $4.70 | $27.87 | $55.75 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $33.25 | $66.50 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$24
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$49–$74
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 52.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $16 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 45.2 | 0 | $15.81 | $7.23 |
| Efficient EV | 37.7 | 0 | $13.18 | $6.02 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 60.2 | 0 | $21.08 | $9.64 |
Gas CO2
53 kg
EV CO2
18 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.
Travel Intel
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Destination
Oceana, WV
Evening in Oceana on Tuesday
Local time
6:04 PM
EDT
Current temp
39°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
3h 7m 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 Oceana, WV covers 150.6 miles and takes about 3h 7m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are 6th Street, Green Street, 5th Street. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 75.3 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 $23.55 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. A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
The drive from Parkersburg, WV to Oceana, WV is easy. At 3h 7m 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 Parkersburg, WV to Oceana, WV is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Parkersburg, WV to Oceana, WV does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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