Charlotte to Fuquay-Varina: Road Trip Guide & Distance

117.7 miles 189.4 km · straight line
163 miles actual route 262.4 km · driving distance
3h 19min estimated drive time
$16 - $19 estimated fuel cost
~44min flight time · usually no direct flights
77° ENE bearing direction

How far is Charlotte from Fuquay-Varina?

The distance from Charlotte to Fuquay-Varina is 117.7 miles (189.4 km) as the crow flies. Fuquay-Varina is located ENE of Charlotte. By car, the driving distance is approximately 163 miles, taking about 3h 19min. A direct flight would take roughly 44min. Both are located in United States.

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. Given the short distance, driving or taking a train is often faster and more convenient than dealing with airport security and flight boarding times.

Coordinates come from public place data for Charlotte and Fuquay-Varina. 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 Fuquay-Varina

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 3h 19min $16 - $19 Flexible stops
Bus ~3h 59min $13–$24* Budget
Train ~3h 9min $20–$57* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Charlotte & Fuquay-Varina

Quick Facts

Charlotte
35.23°N, 80.84°W
America/New_York
229m elevation
Fuquay-Varina
35.58°N, 78.80°W
America/New_York
119m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 39 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 10 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 211.6 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM