Baltimore to Charleston, South Carolina: Road Trip Guide & Distance
How far is Baltimore from Charleston, South Carolina?
The distance from Baltimore to Charleston, South Carolina is 486.7 miles (783.2 km) as the crow flies. Charleston, South Carolina is located SSW of Baltimore. By car, the driving distance is approximately 573.8 miles, taking about 10h 54min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 29min. Both are located in United States — Baltimore in Maryland and Charleston, South Carolina in South 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 Baltimore and Charleston, South Carolina. 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.
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Quick Facts
Did You Know?
- At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 162 hours of non-stop walking
- By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 41 hours
- You could travel this distance about 51.2 times to circle the Earth's equator