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

How far is Charleston, South Carolina from Tampa?

The distance from Charleston, South Carolina to Tampa is 365.8 miles (588.7 km) as the crow flies. Tampa is located SSW of Charleston, South Carolina. By car, the driving distance is approximately 438.9 miles, taking about 8h 50min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 14min. Both are located in United States — Charleston, South Carolina in South Carolina and Tampa 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 Tampa. 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.