Akron to Gastonia: Road Trip Guide & Distance

402.5 miles 647.7 km · straight line
482.9 miles estimated 777.2 km · driving distance
9h 43min estimated drive time
$46 - $57 estimated fuel cost
~1h 19min flight time
177° S bearing direction

How far is Akron from Gastonia?

The distance from Akron to Gastonia is 402.5 miles (647.7 km) as the crow flies. Gastonia is located S of Akron. By car, the driving distance is approximately 482.9 miles, taking about 9h 43min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 19min. Both are located in United States — Akron in Ohio and Gastonia in North Carolina.

This is a solid day of driving. Be sure to take breaks every 2-3 hours to avoid driver fatigue, and plan your meals ahead of time. As you head South, expect warmer temperatures. Make sure your car's AC is working well before embarking on this journey.

Coordinates come from public place data for Akron and Gastonia. 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 Akron to Gastonia

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 9h 43min $46 - $57 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 19min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~11h 40min $39–$72* Budget
Train ~9h 14min $58–$169* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Akron & Gastonia

Quick Facts

Akron
41.08°N, 81.52°W
America/New_York
306m elevation
Gastonia
35.26°N, 81.19°W
America/New_York
245m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 134 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 34 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 61.9 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients