Concord, North Carolina to New River Gorge: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Concord, North Carolina from New River Gorge?

The distance from Concord, North Carolina to New River Gorge is 185.7 miles (298.8 km) as the crow flies. New River Gorge is located N of Concord, North Carolina. By car, the driving distance is approximately 232.1 miles, taking about 4h 40min. A direct flight would take roughly 52min. Both are located in United States — Concord, North Carolina in North Carolina 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. 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 Concord, North Carolina 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.