Danbury to New River Gorge: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Danbury from New River Gorge?

The distance from Danbury to New River Gorge is 465.7 miles (749.5 km) as the crow flies. New River Gorge is located WSW of Danbury. By car, the driving distance is approximately 558.9 miles, taking about 11h 15min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 26min. Both are located in United States — Danbury 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 Danbury 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.