Dayton to New River Gorge: Road Trip Guide & Distance
How far is Dayton from New River Gorge?
The distance from Dayton to New River Gorge is 204.1 miles (328.4 km) as the crow flies. New River Gorge is located SE of Dayton. By car, the driving distance is approximately 255.1 miles, taking about 5h 8min. A direct flight would take roughly 55min. Both are located in United States — Dayton 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.
Coordinates come from public place data for Dayton 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 Dayton to New River Gorge
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Quick Facts
Did You Know?
- At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 68 hours of non-stop walking
- By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 17 hours
- You could travel this distance about 122 times to circle the Earth's equator