Charlotte to Smyrna: Road Trip Guide & Distance

323.1 miles 519.9 km · straight line
403.1 miles actual route 648.7 km · driving distance
7h 53min estimated drive time
$39 - $48 estimated fuel cost
~1h 9min flight time
281° W bearing direction

How far is Charlotte from Smyrna?

The distance from Charlotte to Smyrna is 323.1 miles (519.9 km) as the crow flies. Smyrna is located W of Charlotte. By car, the driving distance is approximately 403.1 miles, taking about 7h 53min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 9min. Both are located in United States — Charlotte in North Carolina and Smyrna in Tennessee.

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 Smyrna. 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 Smyrna

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 7h 53min $39 - $48 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 9min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~9h 28min $32–$60* Budget
Train ~7h 29min $48–$141* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Charlotte & Smyrna

Quick Facts

Charlotte
35.23°N, 80.84°W
America/New_York
229m elevation
Smyrna
35.98°N, 86.52°W
America/Chicago
166m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 108 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 27 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 77.1 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM