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

241.4 miles 388.5 km · straight line
301.7 miles estimated 485.6 km · driving distance
6h 4min estimated drive time
$29 - $36 estimated fuel cost
~59min flight time
330° NNW bearing direction

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

The distance from Fayetteville, North Carolina to New River Gorge is 241.4 miles (388.5 km) as the crow flies. New River Gorge is located NNW of Fayetteville, North Carolina. By car, the driving distance is approximately 301.7 miles, taking about 6h 4min. A direct flight would take roughly 59min. Both are located in United States — Fayetteville, 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. 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 Fayetteville, 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.

How to Get from Fayetteville, North Carolina to New River Gorge

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 6h 4min $29 - $36 Flexible stops
Fly ~59min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~7h 17min $24–$45* Budget
Train ~5h 46min $36–$106* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Fayetteville, North Carolina & New River Gorge

Quick Facts

Fayetteville, North Carolina
35.05°N, 78.88°W
America/New_York
29m 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 80 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 20 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 103.2 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients