Altoona to Gastonia: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Altoona from Gastonia?

The distance from Altoona to Gastonia is 393.8 miles (633.7 km) as the crow flies. Gastonia is located SSW of Altoona. By car, the driving distance is approximately 472.5 miles, taking about 9h 30min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 18min. Both are located in United States — Altoona in Pennsylvania 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. 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.

Coordinates come from public place data for Altoona 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.