New River Gorge to State College: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is New River Gorge from State College?

The distance from New River Gorge to State College is 255.1 miles (410.5 km) as the crow flies. State College is located NE of New River Gorge. By car, the driving distance is approximately 318.8 miles, taking about 6h 25min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 1min. Both are located in United States — New River Gorge in West Virginia and State College in Pennsylvania.

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 State College. 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.