Charleston, South Carolina to New Bern: Road Trip Guide & Distance

231 miles 371.7 km · straight line
288.7 miles estimated 464.6 km · driving distance
5h 48min estimated drive time
$28 - $34 estimated fuel cost
~58min flight time
45° NE bearing direction

How far is Charleston, South Carolina from New Bern?

The distance from Charleston, South Carolina to New Bern is 231 miles (371.7 km) as the crow flies. New Bern is located NE of Charleston, South Carolina. By car, the driving distance is approximately 288.7 miles, taking about 5h 48min. A direct flight would take roughly 58min. Both are located in United States — Charleston, South Carolina in South Carolina and New Bern 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 New Bern. 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 New Bern

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 5h 48min $28 - $34 Flexible stops
Fly ~58min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~6h 58min $23–$43* Budget
Train ~5h 31min $35–$101* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Charleston, South Carolina & New Bern

Quick Facts

Charleston, South Carolina
32.78°N, 79.93°W
America/New_York
6m elevation
New Bern
35.11°N, 77.04°W
America/New_York
3m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 77 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 19 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 107.8 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients