Charlotte to Harrisonburg: Road Trip Guide & Distance

248 miles 399.1 km · straight line
295.3 miles actual route 475.2 km · driving distance
5h 35min estimated drive time
$28 - $35 estimated fuel cost
~1h 0min flight time
26° NNE bearing direction

How far is Charlotte from Harrisonburg?

The distance from Charlotte to Harrisonburg is 248 miles (399.1 km) as the crow flies. Harrisonburg is located NNE of Charlotte. By car, the driving distance is approximately 295.3 miles, taking about 5h 35min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 0min. Both are located in United States — Charlotte in North Carolina and Harrisonburg 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 Harrisonburg. 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 Harrisonburg

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 5h 35min $28 - $35 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 0min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~6h 42min $24–$44* Budget
Train ~5h 18min $35–$103* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Charlotte & Harrisonburg

Quick Facts

Charlotte
35.23°N, 80.84°W
America/New_York
229m elevation
Harrisonburg
38.45°N, 78.87°W
America/New_York
404m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 83 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 21 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 100.4 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM