Anderson, South Carolina to Charlotte: Road Trip Guide & Distance

114 miles 183.4 km · straight line
127.9 miles actual route 205.9 km · driving distance
2h 40min estimated drive time
$12 - $15 estimated fuel cost
~44min flight time · usually no direct flights
63° ENE bearing direction

How far is Anderson, South Carolina from Charlotte?

The distance from Anderson, South Carolina to Charlotte is 114 miles (183.4 km) as the crow flies. Charlotte is located ENE of Anderson, South Carolina. By car, the driving distance is approximately 127.9 miles, taking about 2h 40min. A direct flight would take roughly 44min. Both are located in United States — Anderson, South Carolina in South Carolina and Charlotte in North 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. Heading East means you'll be driving into the sunrise if you start early. Keep your windshield clean for the best visibility. 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 Anderson, South Carolina 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 Anderson, South Carolina to Charlotte

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 2h 40min $12 - $15 Flexible stops
Bus ~3h 12min $10–$19* Budget
Train ~2h 32min $15–$45* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Anderson, South Carolina & Charlotte

Quick Facts

Anderson, South Carolina
34.50°N, 82.65°W
America/New_York
240m 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 38 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 10 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 218.5 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM