Charleston, South Carolina to Goldsboro: Road Trip Guide & Distance

211.6 miles 340.6 km · straight line
264.6 miles estimated 425.8 km · driving distance
5h 19min estimated drive time
$25 - $31 estimated fuel cost
~56min flight time
31° NNE bearing direction

How far is Charleston, South Carolina from Goldsboro?

The distance from Charleston, South Carolina to Goldsboro is 211.6 miles (340.6 km) as the crow flies. Goldsboro is located NNE of Charleston, South Carolina. By car, the driving distance is approximately 264.6 miles, taking about 5h 19min. A direct flight would take roughly 56min. Both are located in United States — Charleston, South Carolina in South Carolina and Goldsboro 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.

Coordinates come from public place data for Charleston, South Carolina and Goldsboro. 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 Charleston, South Carolina to Goldsboro

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 5h 19min $25 - $31 Flexible stops
Fly ~56min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~6h 23min $21–$40* Budget
Train ~5h 3min $32–$93* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Charleston, South Carolina & Goldsboro

Quick Facts

Charleston, South Carolina
32.78°N, 79.93°W
America/New_York
6m elevation
Goldsboro
35.38°N, 77.99°W
America/New_York
33m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 71 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 18 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 117.7 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients