Charlotte to Franklin, Tennessee: Road Trip Guide & Distance

342 miles 550.4 km · straight line
424.6 miles actual route 683.3 km · driving distance
8h 14min estimated drive time
$41 - $50 estimated fuel cost
~1h 11min flight time
280° W bearing direction

How far is Charlotte from Franklin, Tennessee?

The distance from Charlotte to Franklin, Tennessee is 342 miles (550.4 km) as the crow flies. Franklin, Tennessee is located W of Charlotte. By car, the driving distance is approximately 424.6 miles, taking about 8h 14min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 11min. Both are located in United States — Charlotte in North Carolina and Franklin, Tennessee in Tennessee.

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 Charlotte and Franklin, Tennessee. 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 Franklin, Tennessee

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 8h 14min $41 - $50 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 11min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~9h 53min $34–$64* Budget
Train ~7h 49min $51–$149* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Charlotte & Franklin, Tennessee

Quick Facts

Charlotte
35.23°N, 80.84°W
America/New_York
229m elevation
Franklin, Tennessee
35.93°N, 86.87°W
America/Chicago
196m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 114 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 29 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 72.8 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM