How far is Fairmont, NC from Charlotte, NC?
Fastest route
The route from Fairmont, North Carolina 28340, USA to Charlotte, North Carolina, USA is approximately 124 miles long and takes about 2 hours and 12 minutes via I-74 W and US-74 W. This route may have tolls and is currently the fastest option, avoiding road closures on US-74 W.
Directions
- Head north on S Main St toward Thompson St.
- Byrd St turns left and becomes NC-41 N/N Walnut St. Continue to follow NC-41 N.
- Turn left onto S Chicken Rd.
- Turn left onto Chicken Rd.
- Take I-74 W, US-74 W, US-74 BYP, and US-74 W/E Independence Fwy to N McDowell St in Charlotte. Take the I-277 exit from US-74 W/E Independence Fwy.
- Turn left to stay on US-301 S.
- Turn right onto N Chicken Rd.
- Turn right onto the ramp to Rockingham. Continue onto I-74 W/US-74 W.
- Continue onto US-74 W/US-74 BYP W. Pass by Bojangles (on the right in 30.6 mi). Use the right lane to stay on US-74 W.
- Keep left to continue on US-74 BYP, following signs for Bypass/US-74 W/Charlotte (toll road).
- Continue onto US-74 W/E Independence Fwy.
- Take the I-277 exit on the left toward N Carolina 16 N/U.S. 74/John Belk Frvy.
- Keep right, following signs for Sixth St/McDowell St.
- Take E 4th St to S Tryon St.
- Turn left onto N McDowell St.
- Turn right onto S Tryon St.
- Arrive in Charlotte, North Carolina, USA.
Tips & Suggestions
- 🚗 Plan your journey ahead of time to ensure a smooth and hassle-free trip.
- ⛽ Check your fuel levels and consider refueling if necessary before embarking on the trip.
- 💰 Keep some cash or electronic payment methods handy to pay for tolls along the way.
- 🚧 Stay updated on road closures and traffic conditions to choose the most efficient route.
- 🗺️ Use a navigation app or GPS device to navigate through the route with ease.
- 📱 Ensure your mobile phone is charged and accessible in case you need to make any emergency calls or access navigation assistance.
- 📅 Consider the time of day and potential rush hours when planning your departure to avoid heavy traffic.
Distance by Flight
Shortest distance between Fairmont and Charlotte is 110.24 miles (177.41 km).
Flight distance from Fairmont, NC to Charlotte, NC is 110.24 miles. Estimated flight time is 00 hours 15 minutes.
It takes 00 hours 14 minutes to travel from Fairmont to Charlotte with an airplane (average speed of 550 miles).
Driving distance
The driving distance from Fairmont, North Carolina to Charlotte, North Carolina is: 128.55 miles (206.88 km) by car.
Driving from Fairmont to Charlotte will take approximately 02 hours 19 minutes.
#1 Fairmont
Town in North Carolina, United States
| Population | 2580 |
|---|---|
| GPS Coordinates | 34°29'49"N 79°6'51"W |
| Latitude | 34.4968300 |
| Longitude | -79.1142000 |
| Altitude | 38 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Charlotte
The fourteenth most populous city in the United States and the center of the Charlotte metropolitan area. It is located in the Piedmont region of North Carolina. Charlotte is a major center for banking and finance.
| Population | 900350 |
|---|---|
| GPS Coordinates | 35°13'38"N 80°50'35"W |
| Latitude | 35.2270900 |
| Longitude | -80.8431300 |
| Altitude | 229 |
| Country | United States |
Ending point in Charlotte: South Tryon Street (-80.843177,35.227134)
Estimated Travel Time Between Fairmont and Charlotte
The distance between Fairmont and Charlotte is 207 km if you choose to drive by road. You can go 02 hours 17 minutes if you drive your car at an average speed of 90 kilometers / hour. For different choices, please review the avg. speed travel time table on the below.
There is no time difference between Fairmont and Charlotte. The current time is 03:13:51.
| Average Speed | Travel Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 04 hours 16 minutes |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 03 hours 12 minutes |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02 hours 34 minutes |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02 hours 08 minutes |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01 hours 50 minutes |
| 75 mph (120.7 km/h) | 01 hours 42 minutes |
| 80 mph (128.75 km/h) | 01 hours 36 minutes |
Gas Consumption
A car with a fuel efficiency of 8.3 l/100 km will need 17.17 liters (4.54 gallon) of gas to cover the route between Fairmont and Charlotte.
The estimated cost of gas to go from Fairmont to Charlotte is $14.63 (diesel $19.25).
North Carolina gas prices.
| Gasoline | Mid Grade | Premium | Diesel | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gallon | $3.23 | $3.63 | $4.01 | $4.24 |
| Total | $14.63 | $16.47 | $18.19 | $19.25 |
Take a look at our Gas Cost Calculator feature. It will figure out how much it will cost to drive this particular distance.
The average gas price (in North Carolina ) per gallon of daily gas for calculations is $3.226 (Diesel $4.243) /gallon. Last changed prices on December 22, 2024.
How did we calculate the distance?
The place names are translated into coordinates to approximate the distance between Fairmont and Charlotte (latitude and longitude). Cities, states, and countries each have their own regional center. The Haversine formula is used to measure the radius.
