Lancaster, Pennsylvania to New River Gorge: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Lancaster, Pennsylvania from New River Gorge?

The distance from Lancaster, Pennsylvania to New River Gorge is 290.2 miles (467 km) as the crow flies. New River Gorge is located WSW of Lancaster, Pennsylvania. By car, the driving distance is approximately 362.8 miles, taking about 7h 18min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 5min. Both are located in United States — Lancaster, Pennsylvania in Pennsylvania 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 Lancaster, Pennsylvania 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.