Albany, New York to Charlotte: Road Trip Guide & Distance

638.5 miles 1027.5 km · straight line
764.8 miles actual route 1230.8 km · driving distance
14h 39min estimated drive time
$74 - $91 estimated fuel cost
~1h 47min flight time
219° SW bearing direction

How far is Albany, New York from Charlotte?

The distance from Albany, New York to Charlotte is 638.5 miles (1027.5 km) as the crow flies. Charlotte is located SW of Albany, New York. By car, the driving distance is approximately 764.8 miles, taking about 14h 39min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 47min. Both are located in United States — Albany, New York in New York and Charlotte in North Carolina.

This is a serious multi-day road trip! We strongly recommend breaking this journey up with an overnight stay to ensure you arrive safely and refreshed. Since you'll be heading mostly West, pack a good pair of sunglasses if you plan to drive during the late afternoon to avoid the harsh sun glare.

Coordinates come from public place data for Albany, New York 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, New York to Charlotte

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 14h 39min $74 - $91 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 47min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~17h 35min $61–$115* Budget
Train ~19h 3min $92–$268* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Albany, New York & Charlotte

Quick Facts

Albany, New York
42.65°N, 73.76°W
America/New_York
45m 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 213 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 53 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 39 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM