Cincinnati to New River Gorge: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Cincinnati from New River Gorge?

The distance from Cincinnati to New River Gorge is 198.7 miles (319.7 km) as the crow flies. New River Gorge is located ESE of Cincinnati. By car, the driving distance is approximately 248.3 miles, taking about 5h 0min. A direct flight would take roughly 54min. Both are located in United States — Cincinnati in Ohio 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. Given the short distance, driving or taking a train is often faster and more convenient than dealing with airport security and flight boarding times.

Coordinates come from public place data for Cincinnati 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.