Albemarle to Gastonia: Road Trip Guide & Distance

56 miles 90.1 km · straight line
72.8 miles estimated 117.1 km · driving distance
1h 28min estimated drive time
$7 - $9 estimated fuel cost
~37min flight time · usually no direct flights
264° W bearing direction

How far is Albemarle from Gastonia?

The distance from Albemarle to Gastonia is 56 miles (90.1 km) as the crow flies. Gastonia is located W of Albemarle. By car, the driving distance is approximately 72.8 miles, taking about 1h 28min. A direct flight would take roughly 37min. Both are located in United States.

This is a quick and easy drive, perfect for a day trip or weekend getaway. You can easily make the round trip in a single day. Since you'll be heading mostly West, pack a good pair of sunglasses if you plan to drive during the late afternoon to avoid the harsh sun glare. Given the short distance, driving or taking a train is often faster and more convenient than dealing with airport security and flight boarding times.

Coordinates come from public place data for Albemarle 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 Albemarle to Gastonia

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 1h 28min $7 - $9 Flexible stops
Bus ~1h 46min $6–$11* Budget

Suggested Stops Between Albemarle & Gastonia

Quick Facts

Albemarle
35.35°N, 80.20°W
America/New_York
145m 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 19 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 5 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 444.8 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients