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

How far is Charleston, South Carolina from Lakeland?

The distance from Charleston, South Carolina to Lakeland is 348.7 miles (561.1 km) as the crow flies. Lakeland is located SSW of Charleston, South Carolina. By car, the driving distance is approximately 418.4 miles, taking about 8h 25min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 12min. Both are located in United States — Charleston, South Carolina in South Carolina and Lakeland in Florida.

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 Lakeland. 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.