How far is Forest City, NC from Gastonia, NC?
Distance by Flight
Shortest distance between Forest City and Gastonia is 38.54 miles (62.03 km).
Flight distance from Forest City, NC to Gastonia, NC is 38.54 miles. Estimated flight time is 00 hours 05 minutes.
Driving distance
The driving distance from Forest City, North Carolina to Gastonia, North Carolina is: 42.16 miles (67.86 km) by car.
Driving from Forest City to Gastonia will take approximately 00 hours 50 minutes.
#1 Forest City
Town in Rutherford County, North Carolina, United States
| Population | 7138 |
|---|---|
| GPS Coordinates | 35°20'2"N 81°51'54"W |
| Latitude | 35.3340100 |
| Longitude | -81.8651000 |
| Altitude | 309 |
| 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 Forest City and Gastonia
The distance between Forest City and Gastonia is 68 km if you choose to drive by road. You can go 00 hours 45 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 Forest City and Gastonia. The current time is 12:49:22.
| Average Speed | Travel Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01 hours 24 minutes |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01 hours 03 minutes |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00 hours 50 minutes |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00 hours 42 minutes |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00 hours 36 minutes |
| 75 mph (120.7 km/h) | 00 hours 33 minutes |
| 80 mph (128.75 km/h) | 00 hours 31 minutes |
Gas Consumption
A car with a fuel efficiency of 8.3 l/100 km will need 5.63 liters (1.49 gallon) of gas to cover the route between Forest City and Gastonia.
The estimated cost of gas to go from Forest City to Gastonia is $4.8 (diesel $6.31).
North Carolina gas prices.
| Gasoline | Mid Grade | Premium | Diesel | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gallon | $3.23 | $3.63 | $4.01 | $4.24 |
| Total | $4.8 | $5.4 | $5.97 | $6.31 |
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 November 24, 2024.
How did we calculate the distance?
The place names are translated into coordinates to approximate the distance between Forest City and Gastonia (latitude and longitude). Cities, states, and countries each have their own regional center. The Haversine formula is used to measure the radius.
