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Journey Information
There is one daily bus from Burlington to Gastonia. Traveling by bus from Burlington to Gastonia usually takes around 3 hours, but some buses might arrive slightly earlier or later than scheduled depending on traffic conditions.
| Distance | 114 mi (183 km) |
| Shortest duration | 3h 0m |
| Cheapest price | US$40.00 |
| Trips per day | 1 |
| Most frequent service | Tornado Bus |
| Bus lines | 1 |
What bus companies travel from Burlington to Gastonia?
There is one intercity bus company available to search and book on Wanderu that operates from Burlington to Gastonia. Tornado Bus is the only company that has bus schedules available to search and book at the moment. It only makes the trip once a day on most days.
| Bus | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tornado Bus | 1 | 2h 41m | US$40.00 |
Frequently Asked Questions
The bus takes an average of 3 hours to cover the 183 kilometers from Burlington to Gastonia. It's the perfect amount of time to take a nap, get some work done, or watch a movie. Keep in mind that your actual bus may arrive earlier or later than scheduled, depending on whether there is more or less traffic than usual.
Saturday is usually the day when buses are busiest, as many travelers take the bus to enjoy the weekend in Gastonia. If you are planning to travel on a Saturday, you should make sure to book tickets well in advance as they may sell out.
On the other hand, Monday is typically the least busy day for bus travel on this route. For a less crowded trip, try to book your bus travel for the beginning of the week.
There is usually only one bus per day from Burlington to Gastonia. It leaves the station in Burlington at 10:00 each day. The time might vary for specific dates, so be sure to search on Wanderu for the most up-to-date information.
There is usually only one bus per day from Burlington to Gastonia. Fortunately, this happens to be a direct bus, meaning that you do not have to get on a different bus at any point during your trip.
Need more travel options? Consider taking the train from Burlington, NC to Gastonia, NC; ticket prices start at US$41.00.
City Information
Burlington
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About halfway between Winston-Salem and Durham in North Carolina, Burlington is a bustling city originally named "Company Shops" because of the railroad offices and shops that the North Carolina Railroad Company established at the site. Though a small city, Burlington's community is a charming place to explore with all of the amenities you need for a comfortable stay.
Start at the Company Shops Depot, once the town's busy train station but now a venue for events and concerts. Next, learn about the War of the Regulation that occurred in North Carolina in 1771 by visiting the Alamance Battleground State Historic Site. If you're traveling with little ones, head to neighboring Graham to spend the day at the Children's Museum of Alamance County. Nature lovers can check out the Shallow Ford Natural Area and tours at Cedarock Park.
The nearest major airport is Raleigh-Durham International Airport, about 45 minutes away from Burlington. You can take the Amtrak Carolinian or Piedmont directly into Burlington from New York, D.C., Charlotte, or Raleigh. Bus routes also make it easy to reach Burlington, especially on affordable Wanda Coach trips from New York.
Station Information
Where does the bus leave from in Burlington?
Main departure station: 1101 Rte 61
Most buses depart from the main station in Burlington.
All bus stations in Burlington:
1101 Rte 61
Where does the bus arrive in Gastonia?
Main arrival station: 1525 N Chester Rd
All buses from Burlington arrive at one main station in Gastonia.
Bus stations in Gastonia:
1525 N Chester Rd
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