Charlotte to Newark, New Jersey: Road Trip Guide & Distance

525.8 miles 846.2 km · straight line
634.1 miles actual route 1020.5 km · driving distance
12h 7min estimated drive time
$61 - $75 estimated fuel cost
~1h 33min flight time
42° NE bearing direction

How far is Charlotte from Newark, New Jersey?

The distance from Charlotte to Newark, New Jersey is 525.8 miles (846.2 km) as the crow flies. Newark, New Jersey is located NE of Charlotte. By car, the driving distance is approximately 634.1 miles, taking about 12h 7min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 33min. Both are located in United States — Charlotte in North Carolina and Newark, New Jersey in New Jersey.

This is a serious multi-day road trip! We strongly recommend breaking this journey up with an overnight stay to ensure you arrive safely and refreshed. 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 Newark, New Jersey. 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 Newark, New Jersey

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 12h 7min $61 - $75 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 33min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~14h 32min $51–$95* Budget
Train ~15h 45min $76–$222* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Charlotte & Newark, New Jersey

Quick Facts

Charlotte
35.23°N, 80.84°W
America/New_York
229m elevation
Newark, New Jersey
40.74°N, 74.17°W
America/New_York
10m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 175 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 44 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 47.4 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM