Louisville to New River Gorge: Road Trip Guide & Distance
How far is Louisville from New River Gorge?
The distance from Louisville to New River Gorge is 254.4 miles (409.4 km) as the crow flies. New River Gorge is located E of Louisville. By car, the driving distance is approximately 302.4 miles, taking about 6h 2min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 1min. Both are located in United States — Louisville in Kentucky 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 Louisville 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.
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Quick Facts
Did You Know?
- At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 85 hours of non-stop walking
- By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 21 hours
- You could travel this distance about 97.9 times to circle the Earth's equator