Origin
Stallings, NC
Evening in Stallings on Sunday
Local time
7:45 PM
EDT
Current temp
65°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Stallings, NC to Gastonia, NC
Drive Time
44m
Distance
43.8 mi
71 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$7
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 41m
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6 AM
0h 45m
8 AM
0h 52m
10 AM
0h 47m
12 PM
0h 47m
3 PM
0h 48m
5 PM
0h 52m
8 PM
0h 42m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Gastonia, NC
Alexey Demidov
Trip Overview
The drive from Stallings, NC to Gastonia, NC covers 43.8 miles and takes about 44m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on Stallings Road, Stallings Commerce Drive, US 74 West for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. At current regular gas prices, budget about $7.01 one way before food or hotel costs.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
0 planned breaks
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
21.9 miles from Stallings, NC
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 22m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a 44m drive with frequent turns across 43.8 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 18 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Stallings Road is one of the defining roads on this drive.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. Navigation is very simple — set it and forget it for most of the drive.
Route Complexity
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
The drive from Stallings, NC to Gastonia, NC is easy. At 44m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Stallings, NC to Gastonia, NC is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Stallings Road | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Stallings Commerce Drive | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| US 74 West | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Independence Boulevard | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| East Independence Expressway | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| East Independence Boulevard | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| John Belk Freeway | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| NC 27 | Unavailable | Refreshing |
Per-road distance and duration are being refreshed from OSRM for this route.
Longest stretch:
Stallings Road
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Stallings, NC and Gastonia, NC.
1
Start on Stallings Road
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Stallings Road
2
Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward Stallings Road
164 ft
·
3 sec
·
Stallings Road
3
Exit the roundabout onto Stallings Road
0.2 mi
·
32 sec
·
Stallings Road
4
Turn left onto Stallings Commerce Drive
387 ft
·
10 sec
·
Stallings Commerce Drive
5
Take the ramp straight toward US 74 West: Charlotte
0.3 mi
·
33 sec
·
US 74 West: Charlotte
6
Merge slight left onto Independence Boulevard
6.5 mi
·
9 min
·
Independence Boulevard
7
Continue on East Independence Expressway
5.4 mi
·
6 min
·
East Independence Expressway
8
Continue on East Independence Boulevard
0.7 mi
·
45 sec
·
East Independence Boulevard
9
Merge slight left onto John Belk Freeway
2.3 mi
·
3 min
·
John Belk Freeway
10
Take the exit straight toward NC 27: Freedom Drive
2.5 mi
·
4 min
·
NC 27: Freedom Drive
11
Take the ramp slight left
0.3 mi
·
41 sec
12
Merge slight left
15 mi
·
19 min
13
Take the exit slight right toward NC 7: East Gastonia
0.2 mi
·
29 sec
·
NC 7: East Gastonia
14
Turn right onto East Ozark Avenue
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
East Ozark Avenue
15
Continue on East Long Avenue
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
East Long Avenue
16
Turn left onto North Broad Street
0.2 mi
·
29 sec
·
North Broad Street
17
Turn right onto East Franklin Boulevard
0.5 mi
·
55 sec
·
East Franklin Boulevard
18
Arrive at your destination
Trip Plan
Morning Departure
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch.
Evening Departure
Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
You may only need one short stretch break if traffic stays light.
The halfway point lands around 21.9 miles from Stallings, NC, or about 22m into the drive.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
Departure
Before you leave
Start with fuel, water, and navigation already sorted so the first hour feels easy.
First stop
Around 43.8 miles or 44m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 21.9 miles or 22m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 37m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Gastonia, NC than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Stallings, NC so your first major turns are already loaded.
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Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
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Check your fuel range against the first long segment, especially if you are starting outside city service areas.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Stallings, NC
This is one driving day of about 43.8 miles and 44m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Stallings, NC.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
You may only need one short stretch stop if conditions stay smooth.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 21.9 mi from Stallings, NC · 22m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
22 mi into the route
Best for: Lunch, fuel, and a longer reset
This sits close to the middle of the route, so it works well for the longest stop of the day.
Pacing Suggestions
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 43.8 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 21.9 miles from Stallings, NC, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Gastonia, NC
The final approach into Gastonia, NC usually feels slower than the middle of the drive, so avoid planning your tightest schedule at the very end.
Try to arrive with enough fuel left to skip an immediate station stop unless you already know the area around Gastonia, NC.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$7.01 one way
$14.02 round trip
$4.07/gal
25.4 MPG avg
15 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.43 | $7.64 | $15.27 |
| premium | $4.78 | $8.24 | $16.48 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $9.73 | $19.46 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$7
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$32–$57
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 15.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $5 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 13.1 | 0 | $4.60 | $2.10 |
| Efficient EV | 11 | 0 | $3.83 | $1.75 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 17.5 | 0 | $6.13 | $2.80 |
Gas CO2
15 kg
EV CO2
5 kg (67% less)
This trip is well within single-charge range for most EVs. No charging stops needed if you start fully charged.
DC fast charging avg $0.35/kWh. Home charging avg $0.16/kWh. US grid CO2: 0.39 kg/kWh.
Travel Intel
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Destination
Gastonia, NC
Evening in Gastonia on Sunday
Local time
7:45 PM
EDT
Current temp
64°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Seasonal Notes
Summer travel usually means heavier construction, hotter rest stops, and busier weekend traffic around major cities.
Winter travel shortens daylight, so a route that looks manageable on paper can feel much longer after dark.
Holiday weekends tend to make both departure and arrival windows slower than the raw route time suggests.
Time zone
Same local time
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
1 degrees cooler at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
44m on the road
Use the two city cards together: check the sky where you start, then compare it with the local time and temperature at arrival.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Stallings, NC to Gastonia, NC covers 43.8 miles and takes about 44m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Stallings Road, Stallings Commerce Drive, US 74 West. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 21.9 miles from Stallings, NC. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $7.01 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch. Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
The drive from Stallings, NC to Gastonia, NC is easy. At 44m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Stallings, NC to Gastonia, NC is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Stallings, NC to Gastonia, NC does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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