Akron to Charlotte: Road Trip Guide & Distance

406.1 miles 653.6 km · straight line
478 miles actual route 769.2 km · driving distance
8h 56min estimated drive time
$46 - $57 estimated fuel cost
~1h 19min flight time
175° S bearing direction

How far is Akron from Charlotte?

The distance from Akron to Charlotte is 406.1 miles (653.6 km) as the crow flies. Charlotte is located S of Akron. By car, the driving distance is approximately 478 miles, taking about 8h 56min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 19min. Both are located in United States — Akron in Ohio and Charlotte in North Carolina.

This is a solid day of driving. Be sure to take breaks every 2-3 hours to avoid driver fatigue, and plan your meals ahead of time. As you head South, expect warmer temperatures. Make sure your car's AC is working well before embarking on this journey.

Coordinates come from public place data for Akron and Charlotte. The driving distance uses an OSRM road-route result when route data is available. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.

How to Get from Akron to Charlotte

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 8h 56min $46 - $57 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 19min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~10h 43min $38–$72* Budget
Train ~8h 29min $57–$167* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Akron & Charlotte

Quick Facts

Akron
41.08°N, 81.52°W
America/New_York
306m elevation
Charlotte
35.23°N, 80.84°W
America/New_York
229m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 135 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 34 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 61.3 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM