Origin
Cherryville, NC
Late night in Cherryville on Sunday
Local time
12:43 AM
EDT
Current temp
74°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Cherryville, NC to Gastonia, NC
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
25m
Distance
16.6 mi
27 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$3
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 24m
★
6 AM
0h 26m
8 AM
0h 30m
10 AM
0h 27m
12 PM
0h 27m
3 PM
0h 28m
5 PM
0h 30m
8 PM
0h 25m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Cherryville, NC
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Gastonia, NC
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Trip Overview
If you are planning a quick transit between Cherryville and Gastonia, expect a straightforward 16.6-mile trip that typically takes about 25 minutes. This journey stays entirely within the Southeast region of North Carolina, making it a perfect candidate for a single-day outing. You will primarily navigate via the Dallas Cherryville Highway, US 321, and East Main Street to reach your destination. With a modest fuel budget of approximately $3, this route is highly economical and requires no overnight stops. Whether you are commuting or just crossing the county, this short drive is efficient and easy to manage.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Dallas Cherryville Highway | 11.3 mi | 15m |
| US 321 | 3.5 mi | 5m |
| East Main Street | 1.6 mi | 3m |
| South Oak Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| West Franklin Boulevard | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Dallas Cherryville Highway
— 11.3 mi, about 15m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Cherryville, NC and Gastonia, NC.
1
Start on this road
199 ft
·
16 sec
·
this road
2
Turn left onto South Oak Street
151 ft
·
8 sec
·
South Oak Street
3
Turn right onto East Main Street
1.6 mi
·
3 min
·
East Main Street
4
Continue on NC 279
11 mi
·
15 min
·
Dallas Cherryville Highway
Use the left / straight lanes.
5
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
34 sec
Toward US 321 South
6
Merge onto US 321
3.5 mi
·
5 min
·
US 321
Use the straight / right lanes.
7
Turn right onto US 29; US 74; NC 274
61 ft
·
1 sec
·
West Franklin Boulevard
8
Arrive at destination
US 29; US 74; NC 274
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 55 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 16.6 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
4
0 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
South Oak Street
Turn left onto South Oak Street
Navigation decision point
3
0.1 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
East Main Street
Turn right onto East Main Street
Navigation decision point
4
12.9 mi into trip
|
~20m in
Take the ramp toward US 321 South
Navigation decision point
Toward US 321 South
5
13.2 mi into trip
|
~20m in
|
US 321
Merge onto US 321
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
4
16.6 mi into trip
|
~25m in
|
US 29; US 74; NC 274 / West Franklin Boulevard
Turn right onto US 29; US 74; NC 274 / West Franklin Boulevard
Navigation decision point
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$2.60 one way
$5.19 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
6 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.34 | $2.84 | $5.68 |
| premium | $4.70 | $3.07 | $6.14 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $3.67 | $7.33 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$3
Estimated CO2 emission: 5.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $2 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 5 | 0 | $1.74 | $0.80 |
| Efficient EV | 4.2 | 0 | $1.45 | $0.66 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 6.6 | 0 | $2.32 | $1.06 |
Gas CO2
6 kg
EV CO2
2 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
Late night in Gastonia on Sunday
Local time
12:43 AM
EDT
Current temp
86°F
Sunny
SW 10 mph
0% chance
Live forecast
Special Weather Statement
Special Weather Statement issued April 14 at 1:51PM EDT by NWS Greenville-Spartanburg SC
Beach Hazards Statement
Beach Hazards Statement issued April 14 at 3:50AM EDT until April 14 at 8:00PM EDT by NWS Newport/Morehead City NC
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
12 degrees warmer at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
25m on the road
The weather snapshot is not static. If you are leaving later, give both cities one more quick forecast check before departure.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
What kind of drive is this?
Expect a turn-heavy local drive that demands your full attention rather than a monotonous interstate cruise. The route features a highway share of only 21%, meaning you will spend most of your time on local roads rather than high-speed lanes. You will encounter your longest uninterrupted stretch of 11.3 miles while traveling along the Dallas Cherryville Highway. As you transition between these roads, the character of the drive shifts from rural connectors to more developed street segments. Be prepared for frequent turns as you navigate your way into Gastonia.
Only 21% highway — the rest is turn-by-turn surface driving.
8 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 11.3 mi on Dallas Cherryville Highway.
How Hard Is This Drive?
3/10
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near South Oak Street.
Driving Effort
3/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 25m drive. You will face about 5 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (South Oak Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.1 miles (East Main Street): Navigation decision point; at 12.9 miles: Navigation decision point.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 25m. Total distance: 16.6 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
25m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (21%). Straightforward navigation.
Scenic Drive
Mostly surface roads route profile.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 11.3 miles on Dallas Cherryville Highway. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Yes. At under 2 hours behind the wheel, this works well for families — plan one quick stop if you have younger kids.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (South Oak Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.1 miles (East Main Street): Navigation decision point; at 12.9 miles: Navigation decision point.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Gastonia, NC before heading back.
How this page is built
Compiled by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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