How far is Shelby, NC from Gastonia, NC?
Distance by Flight
Shortest distance between Shelby and Gastonia is 19.76 miles (31.8 km).
Flight distance from Shelby, NC to Gastonia, NC is 19.76 miles. Estimated flight time is 00 hours 02 minutes.
Driving distance
The driving distance from Shelby, North Carolina to Gastonia, North Carolina is: 24.2 miles (38.95 km) by car.
Driving from Shelby to Gastonia will take approximately 00 hours 29 minutes.
#1 Shelby
City in and the county seat of Cleveland County, North Carolina, United States
| Population | 20145 |
|---|---|
| GPS Coordinates | 35°17'32"N 81°32'8"W |
| Latitude | 35.2923500 |
| Longitude | -81.5356500 |
| Altitude | 262 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Gastonia
The most populous city in Gaston County, North Carolina. It is located in the Piedmont region of the state. Gastonia is known for its many parks and green spaces, its many historical sites, and its many attractions, such as the Gastonia Museum of Art and the Gastonia Civic Center.
| Population | 77640 |
|---|---|
| GPS Coordinates | 35°15'43"N 81°11'14"W |
| Latitude | 35.2620800 |
| Longitude | -81.1873000 |
| Altitude | 245 |
| Country | United States |
Ending point in Gastonia: West Franklin Boulevard (-81.187301,35.262154)
Estimated Travel Time Between Shelby and Gastonia
The distance between Shelby and Gastonia is 39 km if you choose to drive by road. You can go 00 hours 25 minutes if you drive your car at an average speed of 90 kilometers / hour. For different choices, please review the avg. speed travel time table on the below.
There is no time difference between Shelby and Gastonia. The current time is 10:46:52.
| Average Speed | Travel Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 00 hours 48 minutes |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00 hours 36 minutes |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00 hours 29 minutes |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00 hours 24 minutes |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00 hours 20 minutes |
| 75 mph (120.7 km/h) | 00 hours 19 minutes |
| 80 mph (128.75 km/h) | 00 hours 18 minutes |
Gas Consumption
A car with a fuel efficiency of 8.3 l/100 km will need 3.23 liters (0.85 gallon) of gas to cover the route between Shelby and Gastonia.
The estimated cost of gas to go from Shelby to Gastonia is $2.76 (diesel $3.62).
North Carolina gas prices.
| Gasoline | Mid Grade | Premium | Diesel | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gallon | $3.23 | $3.63 | $4.01 | $4.24 |
| Total | $2.76 | $3.1 | $3.42 | $3.62 |
Take a look at our Gas Cost Calculator feature. It will figure out how much it will cost to drive this particular distance.
The average gas price (in North Carolina ) per gallon of daily gas for calculations is $3.226 (Diesel $4.243) /gallon. Last changed prices on April 19, 2024.
How did we calculate the distance?
The place names are translated into coordinates to approximate the distance between Shelby and Gastonia (latitude and longitude). Cities, states, and countries each have their own regional center. The Haversine formula is used to measure the radius.
