Introduction
When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Renting a car

Parkersburg travel guide

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With a population of 31,492, Parkersburg is a must-see destination in West Virginia, United States. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. Consider staying at least one whole day in Parkersburg to see all of its attractions.

When to visit Parkersburg

Parkersburg in August
Estimated hotel price
C$ 123
1 night at 3-star hotel
Parkersburg in August
Estimated hotel price
C$ 123
1 night at 3-star hotel

Looking for warm weather? Then head to Parkersburg in July, when the average temperature is 25 °C, and the highest can go up to 31 °C. The coldest month, on the other hand, is January, when it can get as cold as -5 °C, with an average temperature of 0 °C. You’re likely to see more rain in July, when precipitation is around 125 mm. In contrast, February is usually the driest month of the year in Parkersburg, with an average rainfall of 69 mm.

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How to Get to Parkersburg

Plane

When flying to Parkersburg, you’ll arrive at Parkersburg Wood County (PKB), which is located 8 miles from the city centre

Car

Another option to get to Parkersburg is to pick up a car rental from Pittsburgh, which is about 116 miles from Parkersburg. You’ll find branches of Dollar and Turo, among others, in Pittsburgh.

Bus

Parkersburg’s bus station is located 4 miles from the downtown.

Plane

When flying to Parkersburg, you’ll arrive at Parkersburg Wood County (PKB), which is located 8 miles from the city centre

Car

Another option to get to Parkersburg is to pick up a car rental from Pittsburgh, which is about 116 miles from Parkersburg. You’ll find branches of Dollar and Turo, among others, in Pittsburgh.

Bus

Parkersburg’s bus station is located 4 miles from the downtown.

Airports near Parkersburg

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CRWCharleston Yeager
CMHColumbus

Airlines serving Parkersburg

KLM
Good (1,487 reviews)
Lufthansa
Good (7,890 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,848 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,382 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,295 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,912 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,163 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,563 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (904 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,541 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,740 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,556 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,730 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,890 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,378 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (397 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
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Cathay Pacific
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Alaska Airlines
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Ethiopian Air
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Where to stay in Parkersburg

If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Sleep Inn & Suites Parkersburg - Marietta and Motel 6 Parkersburg.

Where to stay in popular areas of Parkersburg

Most booked hotels in Parkersburg

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The Blennerhassett
3 stars
Excellent (9.4, Excellent reviews)
C$ 196+
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TownePlace Suites by Marriott Parkersburg
3 stars
Excellent (9.1, Excellent reviews)
C$ 187+
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Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Marietta
2 stars
Excellent (8.9, Excellent reviews)
C$ 150+
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Comfort Suites Marietta-Parkersburg
2 stars
Excellent (8.4, Excellent reviews)
C$ 100+
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Sleep Inn & Suites Parkersburg - Marietta
2 stars
Excellent (8.4, Excellent reviews)
C$ 89+
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Lafayette Hotel Marietta
3 stars
Excellent (8.2, Excellent reviews)
C$ 114+
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Renting a car in Parkersburg

Expect to pay C$ 1.58 per litre in Parkersburg (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between C$ 18.90 and C$ 25.19. The most frequently booked car type in Parkersburg is Supplier choice (Class Special Car or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Economy rental cars (Kia Forte or similar) are, on average, 59% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Expect to pay C$ 1.58 per litre in Parkersburg (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between C$ 18.90 and C$ 25.19. The most frequently booked car type in Parkersburg is Supplier choice (Class Special Car or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Economy rental cars (Kia Forte or similar) are, on average, 59% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.