Albemarle to Charleston, South Carolina: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Albemarle from Charleston, South Carolina?

The distance from Albemarle to Charleston, South Carolina is 178.5 miles (287.2 km) as the crow flies. Charleston, South Carolina is located S of Albemarle. By car, the driving distance is approximately 223.1 miles, taking about 4h 29min. A direct flight would take roughly 52min. Both are located in United States — Albemarle in North Carolina and Charleston, South Carolina in South Carolina.

For a drive of this length, it's recommended to plan at least one quick rest stop to stretch your legs and grab a coffee. Given the short distance, driving or taking a train is often faster and more convenient than dealing with airport security and flight boarding times.

Coordinates come from public place data for Albemarle and Charleston, South Carolina. The driving distance is estimated from straight-line distance with a road-factor model, so confirm the route in your navigation app. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.