Charleston, South Carolina to Cleveland, Tennessee: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Charleston, South Carolina from Cleveland, Tennessee?

The distance from Charleston, South Carolina to Cleveland, Tennessee is 327.7 miles (527.4 km) as the crow flies. Cleveland, Tennessee is located WNW of Charleston, South Carolina. By car, the driving distance is approximately 393.3 miles, taking about 7h 55min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 10min. Both are located in United States — Charleston, South Carolina in South Carolina and Cleveland, Tennessee in Tennessee.

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 Charleston, South Carolina and Cleveland, Tennessee. 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.