Chambersburg to New River Gorge: Road Trip Guide & Distance

224.6 miles 361.4 km · straight line
280.7 miles estimated 451.8 km · driving distance
5h 39min estimated drive time
$27 - $33 estimated fuel cost
~57min flight time
236° SW bearing direction

How far is Chambersburg from New River Gorge?

The distance from Chambersburg to New River Gorge is 224.6 miles (361.4 km) as the crow flies. New River Gorge is located SW of Chambersburg. By car, the driving distance is approximately 280.7 miles, taking about 5h 39min. A direct flight would take roughly 57min. Both are located in United States — Chambersburg in Pennsylvania 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 Chambersburg 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 Chambersburg to New River Gorge

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 5h 39min $27 - $33 Flexible stops
Fly ~57min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~6h 47min $22–$42* Budget
Train ~5h 22min $34–$98* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Chambersburg & New River Gorge

Quick Facts

Chambersburg
39.94°N, 77.66°W
America/New_York
188m 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 75 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 19 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 110.9 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients