Baltimore to Gastonia: Road Trip Guide & Distance

375.1 miles 603.6 km · straight line
454.3 miles actual route 731.2 km · driving distance
8h 53min estimated drive time
$44 - $54 estimated fuel cost
~1h 15min flight time
224° SW bearing direction

How far is Baltimore from Gastonia?

The distance from Baltimore to Gastonia is 375.1 miles (603.6 km) as the crow flies. Gastonia is located SW of Baltimore. By car, the driving distance is approximately 454.3 miles, taking about 8h 53min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 15min. Both are located in United States — Baltimore in Maryland 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 Baltimore and Gastonia. The driving distance uses an OSRM road-route result when route data is available. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.

How to Get from Baltimore to Gastonia

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 8h 53min $44 - $54 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 15min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~10h 40min $36–$68* Budget
Train ~8h 26min $55–$159* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Baltimore & Gastonia

Quick Facts

Baltimore
39.29°N, 76.61°W
America/New_York
10m 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 125 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 31 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 66.4 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM