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

283.6 miles 456.4 km · straight line
354.5 miles estimated 570.5 km · driving distance
7h 8min estimated drive time
$34 - $42 estimated fuel cost
~1h 4min flight time
289° WNW bearing direction

How far is Charleston, South Carolina from Kennesaw?

The distance from Charleston, South Carolina to Kennesaw is 283.6 miles (456.4 km) as the crow flies. Kennesaw is located WNW of Charleston, South Carolina. By car, the driving distance is approximately 354.5 miles, taking about 7h 8min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 4min. Both are located in United States — Charleston, South Carolina in South Carolina and Kennesaw in Georgia.

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.

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

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 7h 8min $34 - $42 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 4min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~8h 34min $28–$53* Budget
Train ~6h 47min $43–$124* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Charleston, South Carolina & Kennesaw

Quick Facts

Charleston, South Carolina
32.78°N, 79.93°W
America/New_York
6m elevation
Kennesaw
34.02°N, 84.62°W
America/New_York
332m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 95 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 24 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 87.8 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients