Gastonia to Jackson, Tennessee: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Gastonia from Jackson, Tennessee?

The distance from Gastonia to Jackson, Tennessee is 429.9 miles (691.9 km) as the crow flies. Jackson, Tennessee is located W of Gastonia. By car, the driving distance is approximately 515.9 miles, taking about 10h 23min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 22min. Both are located in United States — Gastonia in North Carolina and Jackson, Tennessee in Tennessee.

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 Gastonia and Jackson, Tennessee. 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.