New River Gorge to North Potomac: Road Trip Guide & Distance

217.8 miles 350.5 km · straight line
272.2 miles estimated 438.1 km · driving distance
5h 29min estimated drive time
$26 - $32 estimated fuel cost
~56min flight time
70° ENE bearing direction

How far is New River Gorge from North Potomac?

The distance from New River Gorge to North Potomac is 217.8 miles (350.5 km) as the crow flies. North Potomac is located ENE of New River Gorge. By car, the driving distance is approximately 272.2 miles, taking about 5h 29min. A direct flight would take roughly 56min. Both are located in United States — New River Gorge in West Virginia and North Potomac in Maryland.

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 North Potomac. 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 North Potomac

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 5h 29min $26 - $32 Flexible stops
Fly ~56min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~6h 35min $22–$41* Budget
Train ~5h 13min $33–$95* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between New River Gorge & North Potomac

Quick Facts

New River Gorge
38.07°N, 81.08°W
America/New_York
300m elevation
North Potomac
39.08°N, 77.27°W
America/New_York
79m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 73 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 18 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 114.3 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients