Distance from Boston to Charlotte by Car and Plane

The flight distance from Boston (MA) to Charlotte (NC) is 721 miles or 1160 kilometers or 626 nautical miles.
Driving distance from Boston to Charlotte is 833 miles (1342 kilometers).
Difference between fly and travel by a car is 112 miles or 182 km.

Flight distance from Boston, MA to Charlotte, NC in miles and km?

The air travel (bird fly) shortest distance between Boston and Charlotte is 721 miles or 1160 km.
The nearest airport to Boston, is Logan International Airport (BOS) and the nearest airport to Charlotte, is Charlotte Douglas International Airport (CLT).

What is the average flight time from Boston to Charlotte?

Flight time from Boston, MA to Charlotte, NC is 1 hours 39 minutes under average conditions.
Exact flight times may vary depending on aircraft type, weather conditions, baggage load, and other environmental factors.

Boston to Charlotte Flight Route Map

Map Showing the Distance Between Boston, MA and Charlotte, NC
This map shows the distance from Boston, MA, Usa to Charlotte, NC, Usa. You can also see the distance in miles and km below the map. Flight route map from Boston, Massachusetts to Charlotte, North Carolina is displayed below.

Driving distance from Boston, MA to Charlotte, NC

The driving distance from Boston, Massachusetts to Charlotte, North Carolina is 833 miles or 1342 km.
The total driving distance from Boston, MA to Charlotte, NC is 833 miles or 1342 kilometers. Your trip begins in Boston, Massachusetts. It ends in Charlotte, North Carolina.
The driving distance from Boston, Massachusetts to Charlotte, North Carolina is approximately 833 miles (1342 kilometers), depending on the specific route you take. Without considering any traffic or other delays, driving this distance typically takes around 16 to 17 hours under normal conditions.

Driving time from Boston, MA to Charlotte, NC

How long is the drive from Boston, MA to Charlotte, NC?
The total driving time is 16 hours, 37 minutes.
How long does a car ride from Boston to Charlotte take?
Boston and Charlotte are 16 hours 37 mins far apart, if you drive non-stop.
Attention! According to the recommendations of experts, you should stop and take a break every 2 hours on average, take a fresh air and walk a little to protect your alertness and health during long trips by car. In addition, you can drink some coffee to prevent you from sleeping. People who drive constantly without taking a break lose their focus and can eventually cause accidents. Also, please drive carefully and follow the speed rules.

Time Difference between Boston and Charlotte

Time difference between Boston (MA) and Charlotte (NC) is 0 Hours.

Current local time in BostonCurrent local time in Charlotte
2025-12-21, 15:58:48 EST2025-12-21, 15:58:48 EST
How Far is it Between Boston Massachusetts, USA and Charlotte North Carolina, USA?

You can compare air and road distance between Boston, MA and Charlotte, NC in this summary table of distances in miles, kilometers and nautical miles.

Distance type Miles Kilometers Nautical miles
Driving distance 833 mi 1342 km 723.38 nmi
Straight line distance 721 mi 1160 km 626 nmi
Difference 112 mi 182 km 97 nmi

Boston Details

Boston is located in Massachusetts, USA.

GPS CoordinatesLatitude: N 42° 21' 30.3'' Longitude: W 71° 3' 35.2''
Latitude42.35843
Longitude-71.05977
StateMassachusetts
Nearest airports to Boston

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Charlotte Details

Charlotte is located in North Carolina, USA.

GPS CoordinatesLatitude: N 35° 13' 37.5'' Longitude: W 80° 50' 35.3''
Latitude35.22709
Longitude-80.84313
StateNorth Carolina
Nearest airports to Charlotte

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Estimated Travel Time by Car Between Boston, MA and Charlotte, NC
Average SpeedTravel Time
30 mph (48 km/h) 27 hours 57 minutes
40 mph (64 km/h) 20 hours 58 minutes
45 mph (72 km/h) 18 hours 38 minutes
50 mph (80 km/h) 16 hours 46 minutes
55 mph (88 km/h) 15 hours 15 minutes
60 mph (96 km/h) 13 hours 58 minutes
65 mph (104 km/h) 12 hours 54 minutes
70 mph (112 km/h) 11 hours 58 minutes
75 mph (120 km/h) 11 hours 11 minutes
80 mph (128 km/h) 10 hours 29 minutes
85 mph (136 km/h) 9 hours 52 minutes