Charlotte to Suffolk: Road Trip Guide & Distance

259.7 miles 417.9 km · straight line
304.2 miles actual route 489.6 km · driving distance
6h 0min estimated drive time
$29 - $36 estimated fuel cost
~1h 1min flight time
65° ENE bearing direction

How far is Charlotte from Suffolk?

The distance from Charlotte to Suffolk is 259.7 miles (417.9 km) as the crow flies. Suffolk is located ENE of Charlotte. By car, the driving distance is approximately 304.2 miles, taking about 6h 0min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 1min. Both are located in United States — Charlotte in North Carolina and Suffolk in Virginia.

For a drive of this length, it's recommended to plan at least one quick rest stop to stretch your legs and grab a coffee. 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 Suffolk. 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 Suffolk

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 6h 0min $29 - $36 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 1min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~7h 12min $24–$46* Budget
Train ~5h 42min $37–$106* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Charlotte & Suffolk

Quick Facts

Charlotte
35.23°N, 80.84°W
America/New_York
229m elevation
Suffolk
36.73°N, 76.58°W
America/New_York
15m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 87 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 22 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 95.9 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM