Mason to New River Gorge: Road Trip Guide & Distance

195.7 miles 314.9 km · straight line
244.6 miles estimated 393.6 km · driving distance
4h 55min estimated drive time
$24 - $29 estimated fuel cost
~54min flight time
116° ESE bearing direction

How far is Mason from New River Gorge?

The distance from Mason to New River Gorge is 195.7 miles (314.9 km) as the crow flies. New River Gorge is located ESE of Mason. By car, the driving distance is approximately 244.6 miles, taking about 4h 55min. A direct flight would take roughly 54min. Both are located in United States — Mason in Ohio 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. Given the short distance, driving or taking a train is often faster and more convenient than dealing with airport security and flight boarding times.

Coordinates come from public place data for Mason 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 Mason to New River Gorge

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 4h 55min $24 - $29 Flexible stops
Fly ~54min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~5h 54min $20–$37* Budget
Train ~4h 40min $29–$86* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Mason & New River Gorge

Quick Facts

Mason
39.36°N, 84.31°W
America/New_York
247m 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 65 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 16 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 127.3 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients