How to Get to Gardner-Webb

Getting Here

Main Campus Directions

Gardner-Webb University is located in the Piedmont section of western North Carolina, one of the most desirable and rapidly developing areas of our nation. Boiling Springs is a small rural town. Nearby Shelby, a city of 22,000, is noted for its support of the arts as the home of state and national leaders. Forty-five miles east of GWU is the thriving city of Charlotte, the largest city in the Carolinas. Less than one half-hour away to the south is the city of Spartanburg, South Carolina, and less than two hours to the west is the city of Asheville, NC, home of a vibrant culture. GWU is easily accessible, located only three miles from US-74 and thirteen miles from I-85. The Blue Ridge Mountains are less than one hour from campus.

The nearest major airports are Charlotte-Douglas International, and Greenville/Spartanburg International in South Carolina.

Please use 110 South Main Street, Boiling Springs, NC 28017 as the university’s address if you plan to navigate by GPS.

Before planning a visit to the main campus, find out about the local accommodations in the area.

Charlotte Center

Gardner-Webb’s Charlotte Center is located at 8030 Arrowridge Blvd. and is easily accessible from I-77 and I-485.  Learn more about this facility.

Campus Parking

Visitor parking is located outside of the Dover Campus Center, 118 Quinn Circle, Boiling Springs. 

View Maps and Directions

To learn more about our locations and to find the one closest to you, click on the pins on our map.

Find Your Way on Campus

Once you arrive at Gardner-Webb University, our interactive campus map helps you navigate with confidence. Use the map to locate parking areas, event venues, academic buildings, residence halls, dining options, and key visitor destinations across campus.

Whether you’re attending an on-campus event, visiting for a tour, or navigating to a specific office, the interactive map allows you to search by building name or category and get a clear sense of where you are and where you’re headed before you ever step out of your car.