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$ 120
1 night at 3-star hotel
Parkersburg in August
Estimated hotel price
C$ 120
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 Turo and Alamo, 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 Turo and Alamo, among others, in Pittsburgh.

Bus

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

Airports near Parkersburg

Airlines serving Parkersburg

Lufthansa
Good (7,964 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,511 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,936 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,465 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,345 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,927 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,204 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,582 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (912 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,677 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,568 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,767 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,724 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,987 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,392 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (404 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (2,226 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,311 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Good (12,319 reviews)
Ethiopian Air
Good (1,003 reviews)
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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

The Blennerhassett
3 stars
Excellent (9.4, Excellent reviews)
C$ 185+
TownePlace Suites by Marriott Parkersburg
3 stars
Excellent (9.1, Excellent reviews)
C$ 182+
Sleep Inn & Suites Parkersburg - Marietta
2 stars
Excellent (8.4, Excellent reviews)
C$ 84+
Comfort Suites Marietta-Parkersburg
2 stars
Excellent (8.3, Excellent reviews)
C$ 90+
Lafayette Hotel Marietta
3 stars
Excellent (8.2, Excellent reviews)
C$ 114+
Super 8 by Wyndham Marietta
2 stars
Good (7, Good reviews)
C$ 57+

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$ 18.91 and C$ 25.21. Economy (Kia Forte or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Parkersburg, while also 55% cheaper than other types, on average.

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$ 18.91 and C$ 25.21. Economy (Kia Forte or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Parkersburg, while also 55% cheaper than other types, on average.