Allentown to New River Gorge: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Allentown from New River Gorge?

The distance from Allentown to New River Gorge is 346.5 miles (557.6 km) as the crow flies. New River Gorge is located WSW of Allentown. By car, the driving distance is approximately 415.8 miles, taking about 8h 22min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 12min. Both are located in United States — Allentown in Pennsylvania and New River Gorge in West Virginia.

This is a solid day of driving. Be sure to take breaks every 2-3 hours to avoid driver fatigue, and plan your meals ahead of time. Since you'll be heading mostly West, pack a good pair of sunglasses if you plan to drive during the late afternoon to avoid the harsh sun glare.

Coordinates come from public place data for Allentown and New River Gorge. The driving distance is estimated from straight-line distance with a road-factor model, so confirm the route in your navigation app. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.