Cookeville to Gastonia: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Cookeville from Gastonia?

The distance from Cookeville to Gastonia is 249.9 miles (402.1 km) as the crow flies. Gastonia is located ESE of Cookeville. By car, the driving distance is approximately 312.3 miles, taking about 6h 17min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 0min. Both are located in United States — Cookeville in Tennessee and Gastonia in North Carolina.

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 Cookeville 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.