Dayton to Gastonia: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Dayton from Gastonia?

The distance from Dayton to Gastonia is 351.6 miles (565.8 km) as the crow flies. Gastonia is located SSE of Dayton. By car, the driving distance is approximately 421.9 miles, taking about 8h 29min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 12min. Both are located in United States — Dayton 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. 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 Dayton 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.