Charleston, South Carolina to Jacksonville, Florida: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Charleston, South Carolina from Jacksonville, Florida?

The distance from Charleston, South Carolina to Jacksonville, Florida is 197 miles (317.1 km) as the crow flies. Jacksonville, Florida is located SSW of Charleston, South Carolina. By car, the driving distance is approximately 238.9 miles, taking about 4h 42min. A direct flight would take roughly 54min. Both are located in United States — Charleston, South Carolina in South Carolina and Jacksonville, Florida in Florida.

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. 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 Charleston, South Carolina and Jacksonville, Florida. 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.