Boston, Massachusetts to New River Gorge: Road Trip Guide & Distance

605.8 miles 974.9 km · straight line
737.3 miles actual route 1186.5 km · driving distance
14h 45min estimated drive time
$71 - $87 estimated fuel cost
~1h 43min flight time
244° WSW bearing direction

How far is Boston, Massachusetts from New River Gorge?

The distance from Boston, Massachusetts to New River Gorge is 605.8 miles (974.9 km) as the crow flies. New River Gorge is located WSW of Boston, Massachusetts. By car, the driving distance is approximately 737.3 miles, taking about 14h 45min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 43min. Both are located in United States — Boston, Massachusetts in Massachusetts and New River Gorge in West Virginia.

This is a serious multi-day road trip! We strongly recommend breaking this journey up with an overnight stay to ensure you arrive safely and refreshed. 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 Boston, Massachusetts and New River Gorge. The driving distance uses an OSRM road-route result when route data is available. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.

How to Get from Boston, Massachusetts to New River Gorge

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 14h 45min $71 - $87 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 43min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~17h 42min $59–$111* Budget
Train ~19h 11min $88–$258* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Boston, Massachusetts & New River Gorge

Quick Facts

Boston, Massachusetts
42.36°N, 71.06°W
America/New_York
43m 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 202 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 50 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 41.1 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM