Hagerstown to New River Gorge: Road Trip Guide & Distance

211.1 miles 339.7 km · straight line
263.8 miles estimated 424.6 km · driving distance
5h 18min estimated drive time
$25 - $31 estimated fuel cost
~55min flight time
240° WSW bearing direction

How far is Hagerstown from New River Gorge?

The distance from Hagerstown to New River Gorge is 211.1 miles (339.7 km) as the crow flies. New River Gorge is located WSW of Hagerstown. By car, the driving distance is approximately 263.8 miles, taking about 5h 18min. A direct flight would take roughly 55min. Both are located in United States — Hagerstown in Maryland 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 Hagerstown 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 Hagerstown to New River Gorge

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 5h 18min $25 - $31 Flexible stops
Fly ~55min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~6h 22min $21–$40* Budget
Train ~5h 2min $32–$92* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Hagerstown & New River Gorge

Quick Facts

Hagerstown
39.64°N, 77.72°W
America/New_York
164m 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 70 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 18 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 118 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients