Ashburn to New River Gorge: Road Trip Guide & Distance

205.5 miles 330.8 km · straight line
256.9 miles estimated 413.5 km · driving distance
5h 10min estimated drive time
$25 - $30 estimated fuel cost
~55min flight time
252° WSW bearing direction

How far is Ashburn from New River Gorge?

The distance from Ashburn to New River Gorge is 205.5 miles (330.8 km) as the crow flies. New River Gorge is located WSW of Ashburn. By car, the driving distance is approximately 256.9 miles, taking about 5h 10min. A direct flight would take roughly 55min. Both are located in United States — Ashburn in Virginia 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. 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 Ashburn 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 Ashburn to New River Gorge

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 5h 10min $25 - $30 Flexible stops
Fly ~55min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~6h 12min $21–$39* Budget
Train ~4h 55min $31–$90* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Ashburn & New River Gorge

Quick Facts

Ashburn
39.04°N, 77.49°W
America/New_York
90m 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 69 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 17 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 121.1 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients