Greenville, South Carolina to Kannapolis: Road Trip Guide & Distance

109.3 miles 175.9 km · straight line
136.6 miles estimated 219.9 km · driving distance
2h 45min estimated drive time
$13 - $16 estimated fuel cost
~43min flight time · usually no direct flights
66° ENE bearing direction

How far is Greenville, South Carolina from Kannapolis?

The distance from Greenville, South Carolina to Kannapolis is 109.3 miles (175.9 km) as the crow flies. Kannapolis is located ENE of Greenville, South Carolina. By car, the driving distance is approximately 136.6 miles, taking about 2h 45min. A direct flight would take roughly 43min. Both are located in United States — Greenville, South Carolina in South Carolina and Kannapolis 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. Heading East means you'll be driving into the sunrise if you start early. Keep your windshield clean for the best visibility. 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 Greenville, South Carolina and Kannapolis. 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 Greenville, South Carolina to Kannapolis

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 2h 45min $13 - $16 Flexible stops
Bus ~3h 18min $11–$20* Budget
Train ~2h 37min $16–$48* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Greenville, South Carolina & Kannapolis

Quick Facts

Greenville, South Carolina
34.85°N, 82.39°W
America/New_York
296m elevation
Kannapolis
35.49°N, 80.62°W
America/New_York
244m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 36 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 9 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 227.8 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients