Charlotte to Lakeland: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Charlotte from Lakeland?

The distance from Charlotte to Lakeland is 500.8 miles (806 km) as the crow flies. Lakeland is located S of Charlotte. By car, the driving distance is approximately 574.3 miles, taking about 10h 45min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 30min. Both are located in United States — Charlotte in North Carolina and Lakeland in Florida.

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. As you head South, expect warmer temperatures. Make sure your car's AC is working well before embarking on this journey.

Coordinates come from public place data for Charlotte and Lakeland. 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.