New River Gorge to South Bel Air: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is New River Gorge from South Bel Air?

The distance from New River Gorge to South Bel Air is 274.8 miles (442.2 km) as the crow flies. South Bel Air is located ENE of New River Gorge. By car, the driving distance is approximately 343.5 miles, taking about 6h 55min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 3min. Both are located in United States — New River Gorge in West Virginia and South Bel Air 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 South Bel Air. 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.