Altoona to Kannapolis: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Altoona from Kannapolis?

The distance from Altoona to Kannapolis is 368.1 miles (592.4 km) as the crow flies. Kannapolis is located SSW of Altoona. By car, the driving distance is approximately 441.7 miles, taking about 8h 53min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 14min. Both are located in United States — Altoona in Pennsylvania and Kannapolis 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. 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 Altoona and Kannapolis. 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.