New River Gorge to Reston: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is New River Gorge from Reston?

The distance from New River Gorge to Reston is 211.6 miles (340.5 km) as the crow flies. Reston is located ENE of New River Gorge. By car, the driving distance is approximately 264.5 miles, taking about 5h 19min. A direct flight would take roughly 56min. Both are located in United States — New River Gorge in West Virginia and Reston 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 Reston. 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.