Gastonia to Madison, Alabama: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Gastonia from Madison, Alabama?

The distance from Gastonia to Madison, Alabama is 317.1 miles (510.4 km) as the crow flies. Madison, Alabama is located W of Gastonia. By car, the driving distance is approximately 380.6 miles, taking about 7h 39min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 8min. Both are located in United States — Gastonia in North Carolina and Madison, Alabama in Alabama.

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 Madison, Alabama. 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.