Charlotte to Jacksonville, North Carolina: Road Trip Guide & Distance

195.9 miles 315.3 km · straight line
239.7 miles actual route 385.7 km · driving distance
5h 5min estimated drive time
$23 - $28 estimated fuel cost
~54min flight time
99° E bearing direction

How far is Charlotte from Jacksonville, North Carolina?

The distance from Charlotte to Jacksonville, North Carolina is 195.9 miles (315.3 km) as the crow flies. Jacksonville, North Carolina is located E of Charlotte. By car, the driving distance is approximately 239.7 miles, taking about 5h 5min. A direct flight would take roughly 54min. 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 Jacksonville, North Carolina. 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 Jacksonville, North Carolina

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 5h 5min $23 - $28 Flexible stops
Fly ~54min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~6h 6min $19–$36* Budget
Train ~4h 50min $29–$84* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Charlotte & Jacksonville, North Carolina

Quick Facts

Charlotte
35.23°N, 80.84°W
America/New_York
229m elevation
Jacksonville, North Carolina
34.75°N, 77.43°W
America/New_York
4m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 65 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 16 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 127.1 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM