How far is Marion, NC from Gastonia, NC?
The driving distance from Marion, NC to Gastonia, NC is about 74.4 miles (119.7 km), with a travel time of about 01h 13m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 54.7 miles (88 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 26m 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.
Flight Distance
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 01h 13m.
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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Partly Cloudy
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Marion and Gastonia.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Marion and Gastonia.
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Start on West Court Street
23 m · 7 sec · West Court Street
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Turn right onto South Main Street
2355 ft · 2 min · South Main Street
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Continue on Rutherford Road
1.9 mi · 4 min · Rutherford Road
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Turn left
1.1 mi · 2 min
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Take the exit left
1692 ft · 41 sec
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Merge slight left
35.7 mi · 40 min
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Take the exit slight right toward US 321: Lenoir, Lincolnton, Hickory
1234 ft · 30 sec
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Keep slight right to continue on US 321 South: Lincolnton
1.1 km · 1 min
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Merge slight left
33.9 mi · 41 min
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Turn right onto West Franklin Boulevard
19 m · 1 sec · West Franklin Boulevard
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · West Franklin Boulevard
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Marion and Gastonia.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
Rutherford Road
Merge slight left
35.7 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.
Mostly Clear leaving Marion and Partly Cloudy near Gastonia.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Marion to Gastonia?
The road trip is about 74.4 miles (119.7 km) and usually takes 01h 13m 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 37.2 miles from Marion and 37.2 miles from Gastonia.
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 19.7 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 4:04 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $10.38 one way or $20.76 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 23.3 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Clear around Marion and Partly Cloudy near Gastonia.
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 Marion and Gastonia. Straight-line distance: 54.67 mi (87.99 km).
#1 Marion
City in McDowell County, North Carolina, U.
| Population | 7,937 |
| Coordinates | 35.6840100, -82.0092700 |
| Altitude | 428 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Gastonia
The most populous city in Gaston County, North Carolina.
| Population | 77,640 |
| Coordinates | 35.2620800, -81.1873000 |
| Altitude | 245 |
| Country | United States |
End: West Franklin Boulevard (-81.187301, 35.262154)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 120 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 02h 28m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 51m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 29m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 14m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 03m |
| 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 | $10.38 | $20.76 |
| Mid-grade | $4.43 | $11.60 | $23.21 |
| Premium | $4.78 | $12.52 | $25.04 |
| Diesel | $5.62 | $14.73 | $29.47 |
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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