Charleston, South Carolina to Thomasville, Georgia: Road Trip Guide & Distance

272.8 miles 439.1 km · straight line
341.1 miles estimated 548.9 km · driving distance
6h 52min estimated drive time
$33 - $40 estimated fuel cost
~1h 3min flight time
242° WSW bearing direction

How far is Charleston, South Carolina from Thomasville, Georgia?

The distance from Charleston, South Carolina to Thomasville, Georgia is 272.8 miles (439.1 km) as the crow flies. Thomasville, Georgia is located WSW of Charleston, South Carolina. By car, the driving distance is approximately 341.1 miles, taking about 6h 52min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 3min. Both are located in United States — Charleston, South Carolina in South Carolina and Thomasville, Georgia 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 Thomasville, Georgia. 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 Thomasville, Georgia

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 6h 52min $33 - $40 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 3min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~8h 14min $27–$51* Budget
Train ~6h 31min $41–$119* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Charleston, South Carolina & Thomasville, Georgia

Quick Facts

Charleston, South Carolina
32.78°N, 79.93°W
America/New_York
6m elevation
Thomasville, Georgia
30.84°N, 83.98°W
America/New_York
86m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 91 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 23 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 91.3 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients