How far is Gastonia, NC from Lincolnton, NC?
The driving distance from Gastonia, NC to Lincolnton, NC is about 17.5 miles (28.1 km), with a travel time of about 00h 23m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 15.1 miles (24.3 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 00h 47m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM EDT.
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Driving Route Map
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Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Gastonia and Lincolnton.
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Start on West Franklin Boulevard
145 m · 17 sec · West Franklin Boulevard
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Turn left onto South York Street
2129 ft · 42 sec · South York Street
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Turn right onto North Chester Street
1.9 mi · 3 min · North Chester Street
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Continue on Gastonia Dallas Highway
13.2 mi · 16 min · Gastonia Dallas Highway
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Take the exit slight right toward NC 27, NC 150: Lincolnton
1052 ft · 23 sec
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Turn right onto East Main Street
1.4 mi · 3 min · East Main Street
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Turn right onto North Laurel Street
542 ft · 24 sec · North Laurel Street
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Turn left onto East Pine Street
945 ft · 26 sec · East Pine Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · East Pine Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Gastonia and Lincolnton.
Turn-heavy local drive
The route has frequent decision points for its length, so lane choice and turn timing will matter more than cruising speed.
Gastonia Dallas Highway
Continue on Gastonia Dallas Highway
13.2 mi · 00h 16m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A short regional drive
This route is short enough to handle as a quick errand, commute, or easy same-day return without much planning overhead.
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Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Gastonia to Lincolnton?
The road trip is about 17.5 miles (28.1 km) and usually takes 00h 23m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route is short enough to handle as a quick errand, commute, or easy same-day return without much planning overhead.
What is the halfway point on this route?
High Shoals is a useful midpoint, sitting about 8.8 miles from Gastonia and 8.7 miles from Lincolnton.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 15.1 miles (24.3 km), while the road route adds roughly 2.4 extra miles because roads do not follow the straight air line.
When is the best time to leave for this route?
A good departure window is usually 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM EDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 7:42 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $2.46 one way or $4.91 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 5.5 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
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Stop Ideas Near High Shoals
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Transit and Meeting Points
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Gastonia and Lincolnton. Straight-line distance: 15.11 mi (24.31 km).
#1 Gastonia
The most populous city in Gaston County, North Carolina.
| Population | 77,640 |
| Coordinates | 35.2620800, -81.1873000 |
| Altitude | 245 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Lincolnton
County seat in North Carolina
| Population | 11,522 |
| Coordinates | 35.4737500, -81.2545300 |
| Altitude | 254 |
| Country | United States |
End: Lincolnton (-81.25453, 35.47375)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 28 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 00h 34m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 26m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 20m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 17m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 14m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 13m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
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| Regular gas | $3.96 | $2.46 | $4.91 |
| Mid-grade | $4.43 | $2.75 | $5.49 |
| Premium | $4.78 | $2.96 | $5.92 |
| Diesel | $5.62 | $3.49 | $6.97 |
Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.
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