Morristown, Tennessee to New River Gorge: Road Trip Guide & Distance

176.7 miles 284.4 km · straight line
220.9 miles estimated 355.5 km · driving distance
4h 27min estimated drive time
$21 - $26 estimated fuel cost
~51min flight time
43° NE bearing direction

How far is Morristown, Tennessee from New River Gorge?

The distance from Morristown, Tennessee to New River Gorge is 176.7 miles (284.4 km) as the crow flies. New River Gorge is located NE of Morristown, Tennessee. By car, the driving distance is approximately 220.9 miles, taking about 4h 27min. A direct flight would take roughly 51min. Both are located in United States — Morristown, Tennessee in Tennessee 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 Morristown, Tennessee 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 Morristown, Tennessee to New River Gorge

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 4h 27min $21 - $26 Flexible stops
Fly ~51min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~5h 20min $18–$33* Budget
Train ~4h 14min $27–$77* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Morristown, Tennessee & New River Gorge

Quick Facts

Morristown, Tennessee
36.21°N, 83.29°W
America/New_York
397m 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 59 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 15 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 140.9 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients