Gastonia to Radford: Road Trip Guide & Distance

133.6 miles 215 km · straight line
167 miles estimated 268.8 km · driving distance
3h 22min estimated drive time
$16 - $20 estimated fuel cost
~46min flight time
15° NNE bearing direction

How far is Gastonia from Radford?

The distance from Gastonia to Radford is 133.6 miles (215 km) as the crow flies. Radford is located NNE of Gastonia. By car, the driving distance is approximately 167 miles, taking about 3h 22min. A direct flight would take roughly 46min. Both are located in United States — Gastonia in North Carolina and Radford in Virginia.

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. Heading East means you'll be driving into the sunrise if you start early. Keep your windshield clean for the best visibility. 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 Gastonia and Radford. 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 Gastonia to Radford

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 3h 22min $16 - $20 Flexible stops
Fly ~46min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~4h 2min $13–$25* Budget
Train ~3h 12min $20–$58* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Gastonia & Radford

Quick Facts

Gastonia
35.26°N, 81.19°W
America/New_York
245m elevation
Radford
37.13°N, 80.58°W
America/New_York
567m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 45 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 11 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 186.4 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients