How to travel from New York to Charlotte, United States of America

The distance between New York and Charlotte is around 549 miles (884km) and the quickest way to get there is to fly which takes around 2h 60m.

6 routes found

We've found 6 different ways to get from New York to Charlotte by train, plane, bus and car. The recommended routes, which include information on duration, ticket price, and level of difficulty, can be found below.

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Fly

Fly from New York JFK (JFK) to Charlotte (CLT).

  • Duration2h 60m
  • Flight time2hrs
  • Typical cost
    $280
Operated by

American Airlines

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💰 Cheapest
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bus
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Bus

Take the bus to Charlotte - Freedom Dr & Ashley Rd.

  • Duration11h 55m
  • Departs4 times a day
  • Typical cost
    $2
Operated by

Eagle Bus

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Train

Take the train to Charlotte Amtrak Station.

  • Duration12h 15m
  • Departsevery 20 mins
  • Typical cost
    $85
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Drive

Drive to Charlotte.

  • Duration10h 45m
  • Distance623 miles (1,003km)
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Frequently asked questionsabout travel between New York and Charlotte

There are several options for getting from New York to Charlotte by train, plane, bus and car. The cheapest option is to take the bus which costs around $2 and will take around 11h 55m. If you need to get there more quickly, you can fly and arrive in approximately 2h 60m, though it is a bit more costly at approximately $280.

The distance between New York and Charlotte is around 549 miles (884km). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 531 miles (855km)

It takes around 3h 5m to get from New York and Charlotte by train and plane. If you are travelling by car it will take around 10h 45m to drive there.

The quickest way to get from New York to Charlotte is to fly which takes around 2h 60m and will set you back approx $280.

The cheapest way to travel between New York and Charlotte, if you exclude driving, is to take the bus which will typically cost around $2 for a standard one-way ticket.

Train travel

Yes there is a train service that runs between New York and Charlotte. It typically takes around 12h 15m and departs every 20 mins.

Yes there is a direct train service that runs between New York and Charlotte with no changeovers required. The train runs every 20 mins and takes 12h 15m.

Amtrak run train services between New York and Charlotte. Trains depart every 20 mins and will take around 12h 15m, however, this may vary depending on the particular service and whether it runs express or stops all stations.

Bus travel

Yes there is a bus that runs regularly from New York and Charlotte. It typically takes around 11h 55m and departs 4 times a day.

Yes there is a direct bus service that runs between New York and Charlotte with no changeovers required. The bus runs 5 times a week and takes 12h 40m.

Eagle Bus and Flixbus USA run regular bus services between New York and Charlotte. Buses run 4 times a day and take around 11h 55m on average but will vary depending on you book with.

Flights and Airlines

Yes you can fly from New York and Charlotte. Flights depart from New York JFK (JFK) and arrive at Charlotte (CLT). The flight takes around 2hrs.

Yes there is a direct flight between New York and Charlotte with no stop-overs required. Flights typically take around 2hrs.

American Airlines and Delta fly between New York and Charlotte. Flights depart from New York JFK (JFK) and and arrive into Charlotte (CLT). These flights usually take around 2hrs.

The flight from New York to Charlotte typically takes around 2hrs. Flights depart from New York JFK (JFK) and and arrive into Charlotte (CLT).

The closest major airport to Charlotte is Charlotte/Douglas International Airport (CLT) (CLT) which is approximately 8km (5 miles) from Charlotte. Concord Regional Airport (USA) (USA) and Piedmont Triad International Airport (GSO) (GSO) are also nearby and might be a better alternative airport depending on where you are flying from.

Drive yourself

Yes it is possible to drive from New York and Charlotte. The distance is around 623 miles (1,003km) by road and it will take around 10h 45m in normal traffic conditons.

If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from New York to Charlotte is to take the train and then fly which takes, on average, 3h 5m and will usually cost around $355.

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Compare travel optionsbetween New York and Charlotte

Transport options from New York to Charlotte
Transport optionDurationCostFrequencyDistance
Fly + 1 similar
2h 60m
$280
every 30 mins909km (565 miles)
Train and Plane3h 5m
$355
every 30 mins884km (549 miles)
Bus + 1 similar
11h 55m
$2
4 times a day1,025km (637 miles)
Bus to Charlotte12h 40m
$75
4 times a day1,014km (630 miles)
Train
12h 15m
$85
every 20 mins963km (598 miles)
Drive
10h 45m
$62
on demand1,003km (623 miles)

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Airports near Charlotte

The following major airports near Charlotte offer regular flights to various popular destinations within United States of America and internationally.

CLT
Charlotte/Douglas International Airport (CLT)
International Airport
Distance
5 miles (8km) from Charlotte
USA
Concord Regional Airport (USA)
Domestic Airport
Distance
13 miles (21km) from Charlotte
GSO
Piedmont Triad International Airport (GSO)
International Airport
Distance
79 miles (127km) from Charlotte