Indianapolis to New River Gorge: Road Trip Guide & Distance

297.1 miles 478.2 km · straight line
359.9 miles actual route 579.2 km · driving distance
7h 29min estimated drive time
$35 - $43 estimated fuel cost
~1h 6min flight time
112° ESE bearing direction

How far is Indianapolis from New River Gorge?

The distance from Indianapolis to New River Gorge is 297.1 miles (478.2 km) as the crow flies. New River Gorge is located ESE of Indianapolis. By car, the driving distance is approximately 359.9 miles, taking about 7h 29min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 6min. Both are located in United States — Indianapolis in Indiana 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 Indianapolis and New River Gorge. The driving distance uses an OSRM road-route result when route data is available. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.

How to Get from Indianapolis to New River Gorge

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 7h 29min $35 - $43 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 6min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~8h 59min $29–$54* Budget
Train ~7h 7min $43–$126* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Indianapolis & New River Gorge

Quick Facts

Indianapolis
39.77°N, 86.16°W
America/New_York
218m 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 99 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 25 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 83.8 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM