Atlantic City to Charlottesville: Road Trip Guide & Distance

237.2 miles 381.8 km · straight line
296.6 miles estimated 477.3 km · driving distance
5h 58min estimated drive time
$29 - $35 estimated fuel cost
~59min flight time
248° WSW bearing direction

How far is Atlantic City from Charlottesville?

The distance from Atlantic City to Charlottesville is 237.2 miles (381.8 km) as the crow flies. Charlottesville is located WSW of Atlantic City. By car, the driving distance is approximately 296.6 miles, taking about 5h 58min. A direct flight would take roughly 59min. Both are located in United States — Atlantic City in New Jersey and Charlottesville in Virginia.

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. 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 Atlantic City and Charlottesville. 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.

How to Get from Atlantic City to Charlottesville

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 5h 58min $29 - $35 Flexible stops
Fly ~59min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~7h 10min $24–$44* Budget
Train ~5h 40min $36–$104* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Atlantic City & Charlottesville

Quick Facts

Atlantic City
39.36°N, 74.42°W
America/New_York
3m elevation
Charlottesville
38.03°N, 78.48°W
America/New_York
142m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 79 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 20 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 105 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients