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

261.2 miles 420.3 km · straight line
326.5 miles estimated 525.4 km · driving distance
6h 34min estimated drive time
$31 - $39 estimated fuel cost
~1h 2min flight time
19° NNE bearing direction

How far is Anderson, South Carolina from New River Gorge?

The distance from Anderson, South Carolina to New River Gorge is 261.2 miles (420.3 km) as the crow flies. New River Gorge is located NNE of Anderson, South Carolina. By car, the driving distance is approximately 326.5 miles, taking about 6h 34min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 2min. Both are located in United States — Anderson, South Carolina in South Carolina 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, South Carolina 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, South Carolina to New River Gorge

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 6h 34min $31 - $39 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 2min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~7h 53min $26–$49* Budget
Train ~6h 14min $39–$114* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Anderson, South Carolina & New River Gorge

Quick Facts

Anderson, South Carolina
34.50°N, 82.65°W
America/New_York
240m 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 87 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 22 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 95.3 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients