Anderson, Indiana to New River Gorge: Road Trip Guide & Distance

284 miles 457.1 km · straight line
355.1 miles estimated 571.4 km · driving distance
7h 9min estimated drive time
$34 - $42 estimated fuel cost
~1h 4min flight time
118° ESE bearing direction

How far is Anderson, Indiana from New River Gorge?

The distance from Anderson, Indiana to New River Gorge is 284 miles (457.1 km) as the crow flies. New River Gorge is located ESE of Anderson, Indiana. By car, the driving distance is approximately 355.1 miles, taking about 7h 9min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 4min. Both are located in United States — Anderson, Indiana in Indiana and New River Gorge in West Virginia.

For a drive of this length, it's recommended to plan at least one quick rest stop to stretch your legs and grab a coffee. Heading East means you'll be driving into the sunrise if you start early. Keep your windshield clean for the best visibility.

Coordinates come from public place data for Anderson, Indiana 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.

How to Get from Anderson, Indiana to New River Gorge

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 7h 9min $34 - $42 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 4min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~8h 35min $28–$53* Budget
Train ~6h 48min $43–$124* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Anderson, Indiana & New River Gorge

Quick Facts

Anderson, Indiana
40.11°N, 85.68°W
America/Indiana/Indianapolis
268m elevation
New River Gorge
38.07°N, 81.08°W
America/New_York
300m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 95 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 24 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 87.7 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients