Charlotte to Charlottesville: Road Trip Guide & Distance

233.9 miles 376.4 km · straight line
270 miles actual route 434.5 km · driving distance
5h 25min estimated drive time
$26 - $32 estimated fuel cost
~58min flight time
33° NNE bearing direction

How far is Charlotte from Charlottesville?

The distance from Charlotte to Charlottesville is 233.9 miles (376.4 km) as the crow flies. Charlottesville is located NNE of Charlotte. By car, the driving distance is approximately 270 miles, taking about 5h 25min. A direct flight would take roughly 58min. Both are located in United States — Charlotte in North Carolina and Charlottesville in Virginia.

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 Charlotte and Charlottesville. The driving distance uses an OSRM road-route result when route data is available. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.

How to Get from Charlotte to Charlottesville

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 5h 25min $26 - $32 Flexible stops
Fly ~58min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~6h 30min $22–$41* Budget
Train ~5h 9min $32–$95* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Charlotte & Charlottesville

Quick Facts

Charlotte
35.23°N, 80.84°W
America/New_York
229m elevation
Charlottesville
38.03°N, 78.48°W
America/New_York
142m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 78 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 19 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 106.5 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM