Fayetteville, North Carolina to Gastonia: Road Trip Guide & Distance

131.2 miles 211.2 km · straight line
164 miles estimated 264 km · driving distance
3h 18min estimated drive time
$16 - $19 estimated fuel cost
~46min flight time
277° W bearing direction

How far is Fayetteville, North Carolina from Gastonia?

The distance from Fayetteville, North Carolina to Gastonia is 131.2 miles (211.2 km) as the crow flies. Gastonia is located W of Fayetteville, North Carolina. By car, the driving distance is approximately 164 miles, taking about 3h 18min. A direct flight would take roughly 46min. Both are located in United States.

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. 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. Given the short distance, driving or taking a train is often faster and more convenient than dealing with airport security and flight boarding times.

Coordinates come from public place data for Fayetteville, North Carolina 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.

How to Get from Fayetteville, North Carolina to Gastonia

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 3h 18min $16 - $19 Flexible stops
Fly ~46min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~3h 58min $13–$25* Budget
Train ~3h 8min $20–$57* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Fayetteville, North Carolina & Gastonia

Quick Facts

Fayetteville, North Carolina
35.05°N, 78.88°W
America/New_York
29m 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 44 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 11 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 189.7 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients