Albany, Georgia to Charlotte: Road Trip Guide & Distance

316.3 miles 509 km · straight line
390.3 miles actual route 628.1 km · driving distance
7h 46min estimated drive time
$38 - $46 estimated fuel cost
~1h 8min flight time
36° NE bearing direction

How far is Albany, Georgia from Charlotte?

The distance from Albany, Georgia to Charlotte is 316.3 miles (509 km) as the crow flies. Charlotte is located NE of Albany, Georgia. By car, the driving distance is approximately 390.3 miles, taking about 7h 46min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 8min. Both are located in United States — Albany, Georgia in Georgia 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. Heading East means you'll be driving into the sunrise if you start early. Keep your windshield clean for the best visibility.

Coordinates come from public place data for Albany, Georgia 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 Albany, Georgia to Charlotte

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 7h 46min $38 - $46 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 8min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~9h 19min $31–$59* Budget
Train ~7h 23min $47–$137* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Albany, Georgia & Charlotte

Quick Facts

Albany, Georgia
31.58°N, 84.16°W
America/New_York
62m 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 105 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 26 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 78.7 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM