New River Gorge to Norfolk, Virginia: Road Trip Guide & Distance

276 miles 444.2 km · straight line
345 miles estimated 555.3 km · driving distance
6h 56min estimated drive time
$33 - $41 estimated fuel cost
~1h 3min flight time
106° ESE bearing direction

How far is New River Gorge from Norfolk, Virginia?

The distance from New River Gorge to Norfolk, Virginia is 276 miles (444.2 km) as the crow flies. Norfolk, Virginia is located ESE of New River Gorge. By car, the driving distance is approximately 345 miles, taking about 6h 56min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 3min. Both are located in United States — New River Gorge in West Virginia and Norfolk, Virginia in 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 New River Gorge and Norfolk, Virginia. 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 New River Gorge to Norfolk, Virginia

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 6h 56min $33 - $41 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 3min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~8h 19min $28–$52* Budget
Train ~6h 35min $41–$121* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between New River Gorge & Norfolk, Virginia

Quick Facts

New River Gorge
38.07°N, 81.08°W
America/New_York
300m elevation
Norfolk, Virginia
36.85°N, 76.29°W
America/New_York
5m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 92 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 23 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 90.2 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients