Getting here
West Virginia getaways from Columbus, OH
Parkersburg is 2h 12m away, by way of I-70 and I-77.
Columbus travelers reach Charleston in about three hours and the New River Gorge in about four, mostly on four-lane road. It is a steady source of rafting, lake and state park bookings.
How far is West Virginia from Columbus, OH?
The closest West Virginia destination to Columbus, OH is Parkersburg, about 2h 12m by way of I-70 and I-77.
7 places are close enough for a weekend, and the drive to each one is on the list below so you can pick by how long you want to be in the car.
- Closest to you
- Parkersburg, 2h 12m
- Within a weekend drive
- Parkersburg (2h 12m), Wheeling (2h 12m), Huntington (2h 48m), Charleston (3h), Summersville Lake (3h 36m)
- What people go for
- History and Heritage, Boating, Fishing, Mountain Biking
Drive times from Columbus, OH
| Destination | Drive | Route | Listed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Parkersburg | 2h 12m | I-70 and I-77 | None yet |
| Wheeling | 2h 12m | I-70 | None yet |
| Huntington | 2h 48m | US 23 and US 52 | None yet |
| Charleston | 3h | US 35 and I-64 | None yet |
| Summersville Lake | 3h 36m | US 33 and I-77 | None yet |
| New River Gorge National Park and Preserve | 4h | US 33, I-77 and US 19 | None yet |
| Snowshoe Mountain Resort | 5h 30m | I-77 and US 219 | None yet |
How far do you want to drive?
2 to 3 and a half hours
Easy for a two-night weekend.
3 and a half to 5 hours
Worth two nights or more.
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How long is the drive from Columbus, OH to West Virginia?
Parkersburg is about 2h 12m by way of I-70 and I-77. The full table above lists every destination with its route.
What is the best weekend trip from Columbus, OH?
Parkersburg (2h 12m), Wheeling (2h 12m) and Huntington (2h 48m) are all far enough to feel like somewhere else, yet close enough that you can leave after breakfast and still have most of the afternoon when you arrive.
Where should I stay in West Virginia coming from Columbus, OH?
Parkersburg (2h 12m), Wheeling (2h 12m), Huntington (2h 48m) and Charleston (3h) are the closest options. Each has its own page showing what is listed there, so you can choose the location first and the property second.
What is there to do in West Virginia from Columbus, OH?
history and heritage, boating, fishing, mountain biking and hiking are the main reasons people make the drive. Explore each activity to see the best areas for it and places to stay nearby.
Do these drive times account for traffic?
They are typical door-to-door times in ordinary conditions rather than best-case highway estimates. Holiday weekends and the drive into Tucker County on a snow day will both take longer.
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