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

How far is New River Gorge from Richmond, Virginia?

The distance from New River Gorge to Richmond, Virginia is 202.3 miles (325.5 km) as the crow flies. Richmond, Virginia is located E of New River Gorge. By car, the driving distance is approximately 252.8 miles, taking about 5h 5min. A direct flight would take roughly 54min. Both are located in United States — New River Gorge in West Virginia and Richmond, 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 Richmond, 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.