Charlotte to Lima, Ohio: Road Trip Guide & Distance

420.4 miles 676.5 km · straight line
511.1 miles actual route 822.6 km · driving distance
10h 2min estimated drive time
$49 - $61 estimated fuel cost
~1h 21min flight time
336° NNW bearing direction

How far is Charlotte from Lima, Ohio?

The distance from Charlotte to Lima, Ohio is 420.4 miles (676.5 km) as the crow flies. Lima, Ohio is located NNW of Charlotte. By car, the driving distance is approximately 511.1 miles, taking about 10h 2min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 21min. Both are located in United States — Charlotte in North Carolina and Lima, Ohio in Ohio.

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. 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.

Coordinates come from public place data for Charlotte and Lima, Ohio. 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 Lima, Ohio

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 10h 2min $49 - $61 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 21min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~12h 2min $41–$77* Budget
Train ~9h 32min $61–$179* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Charlotte & Lima, Ohio

Quick Facts

Charlotte
35.23°N, 80.84°W
America/New_York
229m elevation
Lima, Ohio
40.74°N, 84.11°W
America/New_York
268m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 140 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 35 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 59.2 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM