Charlottesville to Kernersville: Road Trip Guide & Distance

158.6 miles 255.2 km · straight line
198.2 miles estimated 319 km · driving distance
3h 59min estimated drive time
$19 - $23 estimated fuel cost
~49min flight time
214° SW bearing direction

How far is Charlottesville from Kernersville?

The distance from Charlottesville to Kernersville is 158.6 miles (255.2 km) as the crow flies. Kernersville is located SW of Charlottesville. By car, the driving distance is approximately 198.2 miles, taking about 3h 59min. A direct flight would take roughly 49min. Both are located in United States — Charlottesville in Virginia and Kernersville in North Carolina.

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. 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. Given the short distance, driving or taking a train is often faster and more convenient than dealing with airport security and flight boarding times.

Coordinates come from public place data for Charlottesville and Kernersville. The driving distance is estimated from straight-line distance with a road-factor model, so confirm the route in your navigation app. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.

How to Get from Charlottesville to Kernersville

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 3h 59min $19 - $23 Flexible stops
Fly ~49min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~4h 47min $16–$30* Budget
Train ~3h 47min $24–$69* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Charlottesville & Kernersville

Quick Facts

Charlottesville
38.03°N, 78.48°W
America/New_York
142m elevation
Kernersville
36.12°N, 80.07°W
America/New_York
308m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 53 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 13 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 157 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients