Charlotte to Providence: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Charlotte from Providence?

The distance from Charlotte to Providence is 683 miles (1099.2 km) as the crow flies. Providence is located NE of Charlotte. By car, the driving distance is approximately 803.7 miles, taking about 16h 6min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 52min. Both are located in United States — Charlotte in North Carolina and Providence in Rhode Island.

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. For a trip of this distance, flying is significantly faster. However, driving offers the flexibility to explore stops along the way.

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