How far is Gastonia, NC from Sawmills, NC?
The driving distance from Gastonia, NC to Sawmills, NC is about 46.2 miles (74.4 km), with a travel time of about 01h 00m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 42.1 miles (67.8 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 01m 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 00m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
This departure sits inside the recommended comfort window for the route.
Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
Town in North Carolina, USA
Route Weather Snapshot
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Partly Sunny
Partly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Gastonia and Sawmills.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Gastonia and Sawmills.
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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
40.8 mi · 51 min · Gastonia Dallas Highway
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Turn left onto Pinewood Road
1.1 mi · 3 min · Pinewood Road
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At the end of the road, turn right onto North Main Street
1.9 mi · 3 min · North Main Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Gastonia and Sawmills.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
Gastonia Dallas Highway
Continue on Gastonia Dallas Highway
40.8 mi · 00h 51m
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 Sunny leaving Gastonia and Partly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Sawmills.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Gastonia to Sawmills?
The road trip is about 46.2 miles (74.4 km) and usually takes 01h 00m 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?
Maiden is a useful midpoint, sitting about 23.2 miles from Gastonia and 23.1 miles from Sawmills.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 42.1 miles (67.8 km), while the road route adds roughly 4.1 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 4:28 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $6.46 one way or $12.91 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 14.5 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Partly Sunny around Gastonia and Partly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Sawmills.
Stop Ideas Near Maiden
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 Maiden.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Gastonia and Sawmills. Straight-line distance: 42.1 mi (67.76 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 Sawmills
City in Caldwell County, North Carolina, United States of America
| Population | 5,156 |
| Coordinates | 35.8248500, -81.4745400 |
| Altitude | 376 |
| Country | United States |
End: Sawmills (-81.47454, 35.82485)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 74 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 32m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 09m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 55m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 46m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 39m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 34m |
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 | $6.46 | $12.91 |
| Mid-grade | $4.43 | $7.22 | $14.44 |
| Premium | $4.78 | $7.79 | $15.58 |
| Diesel | $5.62 | $9.17 | $18.33 |
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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