Bridgeport to New River Gorge: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Bridgeport from New River Gorge?

The distance from Bridgeport to New River Gorge is 471.6 miles (759 km) as the crow flies. New River Gorge is located WSW of Bridgeport. By car, the driving distance is approximately 565.9 miles, taking about 11h 23min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 27min. Both are located in United States — Bridgeport in Connecticut 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 Bridgeport 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.