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Distance from Lincolnton to Gastonia

Driving Distance
17.1 mi 27.6 km
Flying Distance
15.1 mi 24.3 km

Route Information

The driving distance from Lincolnton, North Carolina to Gastonia, North Carolina is 17.1 mi (27.6 km)

The straight-line (air) distance is 15.1 mi (24.3 km)

The estimated flight time is 0 hr 2 min

The estimated travel time by road is 22 minutes

Traveling mixed highways and local roads, moderate in a south direction. Average speeds around 42 mph.

Location Details

Origin:

Lincolnton
Place Lincolnton
State/Province North Carolina
Country US
Latitude 35.473745
Longitude -81.254525
GPS 35.473745° N, 81.254525° W
Local Time 4:28 AM
Timezone America/New_York

Destination:

Gastonia
Place Gastonia
State/Province North Carolina
Country US
Latitude 35.262174
Longitude -81.187085
GPS 35.262174° N, 81.187085° W
Local Time 4:28 AM
Timezone America/New_York

Journey Summary

Traveling from Lincolnton, North Carolina to Gastonia, North Carolina covers 17.1 mi (27.6 km) in a south direction. This mixed highways and local roads, moderate route typically takes 22 minutes under normal conditions.

Drivers have 3 route options between these locations (16.0-18.1 miles / 26-29 km). The primary route shown here saves 6 minutes compared to alternatives.

The route features scenic views along the way. with average speeds around 42 mph (68 km/h).

Available Routes

US-321 S
17.1 mi 22 minutes
Shortest
Philadelphia Church Rd and US-321 S
18.1 mi 27 minutes
US-321 BUS S and US-321 S
16 mi 22 minutes
Fastest

How is the distance calculated?

Driving distances are based on actual road data. We use advanced routing algorithms that consider traffic, tolls, highways, and local streets. For air distances (as the crow flies), we use the Vincenty formula. It's a precise method that accounts for the Earth's shape and provides accuracy up to 0.5 mm.

When multiple route options exist, we display both the shortest and fastest paths. Travel times are estimated based on typical speeds for each road type, though actual times may vary with traffic and weather conditions. All distances are shown in both miles and kilometers for convenience.