Charlotte to Kingsport: Road Trip Guide & Distance

132.6 miles 213.4 km · straight line
168.7 miles actual route 271.5 km · driving distance
4h 0min estimated drive time
$16 - $20 estimated fuel cost
~46min flight time
314° NW bearing direction

How far is Charlotte from Kingsport?

The distance from Charlotte to Kingsport is 132.6 miles (213.4 km) as the crow flies. Kingsport is located NW of Charlotte. By car, the driving distance is approximately 168.7 miles, taking about 4h 0min. A direct flight would take roughly 46min. Both are located in United States — Charlotte in North Carolina and Kingsport in Tennessee.

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. 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. 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 Kingsport. 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 Kingsport

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 4h 0min $16 - $20 Flexible stops
Fly ~46min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~4h 48min $13–$25* Budget
Train ~3h 48min $20–$59* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Charlotte & Kingsport

Quick Facts

Charlotte
35.23°N, 80.84°W
America/New_York
229m elevation
Kingsport
36.55°N, 82.56°W
America/New_York
369m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 44 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 11 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 187.8 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM