Bristol, Tennessee to Charlotte: Road Trip Guide & Distance

120.9 miles 194.5 km · straight line
157.1 miles actual route 252.9 km · driving distance
3h 34min estimated drive time
$15 - $19 estimated fuel cost
~45min flight time · usually no direct flights
141° SE bearing direction

How far is Bristol, Tennessee from Charlotte?

The distance from Bristol, Tennessee to Charlotte is 120.9 miles (194.5 km) as the crow flies. Charlotte is located SE of Bristol, Tennessee. By car, the driving distance is approximately 157.1 miles, taking about 3h 34min. A direct flight would take roughly 45min. Both are located in United States — Bristol, Tennessee in Tennessee 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 Bristol, Tennessee 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 Bristol, Tennessee to Charlotte

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 3h 34min $15 - $19 Flexible stops
Bus ~4h 17min $13–$24* Budget
Train ~3h 23min $19–$55* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Bristol, Tennessee & Charlotte

Quick Facts

Bristol, Tennessee
36.60°N, 82.19°W
America/New_York
511m 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 40 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 10 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 206 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM