Daytona Beach to Gastonia: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Daytona Beach from Gastonia?

The distance from Daytona Beach to Gastonia is 418.2 miles (673.1 km) as the crow flies. Gastonia is located N of Daytona Beach. By car, the driving distance is approximately 501.9 miles, taking about 10h 6min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 20min. Both are located in United States — Daytona Beach in Florida 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 North for this distance usually means noticeable weather changes. Make sure to check the forecast for your destination before hitting the road.

Coordinates come from public place data for Daytona Beach 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.