How far is Gastonia, NC from Marion, NC?
The driving distance from Gastonia, NC to Marion, NC is about 74.8 miles (120.3 km), with a travel time of about 01h 32m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 54.7 miles (88 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 03h 05m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EDT.
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This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 01h 32m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
You are leaving earlier than the recommended window, which gives you extra margin for breaks and traffic.
Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
City in Burke County, North Carolina, United States of America
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Gastonia and Marion.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Gastonia and Marion.
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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
31.5 mi · 37 min · Gastonia Dallas Highway
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Take the exit slight right toward I 40: Statesville, Asheville
911 ft · 22 sec
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Keep slight left to continue on I 40 West: Asheville
2074 ft · 51 sec
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Keep slight right to continue on I 40 West: Asheville
2108 ft · 51 sec
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Keep slight left to continue on I 40 West: Asheville
1 km · 1 min
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Merge slight left
35.6 mi · 40 min
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Take the exit slight right toward NC 226: Marion, Shelby
1541 ft · 44 sec
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Turn right
1.5 km · 2 min
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Turn right onto Rutherford Road
1.9 mi · 4 min · Rutherford Road
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Continue on South Main Street
2355 ft · 2 min · South Main Street
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Turn left onto West Court Street
23 m · 3 sec · West Court Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · West Court Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Gastonia and Marion.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
I 40 West
Merge slight left
35.6 mi · 00h 40m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A comfortable day-trip route
This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.
Partly Cloudy leaving Gastonia and Mostly Clear near Marion.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Gastonia to Marion?
The road trip is about 74.8 miles (120.3 km) and usually takes 01h 32m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Hildebran is a useful midpoint, sitting about 37.3 miles from Gastonia and 37.4 miles from Marion.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 54.7 miles (88 km), while the road route adds roughly 20.1 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 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 3:24 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $10.46 one way or $20.91 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 23.5 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Partly Cloudy around Gastonia and Mostly Clear near Marion.
Stop Ideas Near Hildebran
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Hildebran.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Gastonia and Marion. Straight-line distance: 54.67 mi (87.99 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 Marion
City in McDowell County, North Carolina, U.
| Population | 7,937 |
| Coordinates | 35.6840100, -82.0092700 |
| Altitude | 428 |
| Country | United States |
End: Marion (-82.00927, 35.68401)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 120 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 02h 29m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 52m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 29m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 14m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 04m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 55m |
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 | $10.46 | $20.91 |
| Mid-grade | $4.43 | $11.69 | $23.39 |
| Premium | $4.78 | $12.61 | $25.23 |
| Diesel | $5.62 | $14.85 | $29.69 |
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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