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Distance from Sterling to Charlotte

Driving Distance
13.2 mi 21.3 km
Flying Distance
8.2 mi 13.3 km

Route Information

The driving distance from Sterling, North Carolina to Charlotte, North Carolina is 13.2 mi (21.3 km)

The straight-line (air) distance is 8.2 mi (13.3 km)

The estimated flight time is 0 hr 1 min

The estimated travel time by road is 18 minutes

Traveling secondary roads, short in a north direction. Average speeds around 28 mph.

Location Details

Origin:


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Place Sterling
State/Province North Carolina
Country US
Latitude 35.108201
Longitude -80.886462
GPS 35.108201° N, 80.886462° W
Local Time 2:50 AM
Timezone America/New_York

Destination:

Charlotte
Place Charlotte
State/Province North Carolina
Country US
Latitude 35.221555
Longitude -80.840116
GPS 35.221555° N, 80.840116° W
Local Time 2:50 AM
Timezone America/New_York

Journey Summary

Traveling from Sterling, North Carolina to Charlotte, North Carolina covers 13.2 mi (21.3 km) in a north direction. This secondary roads, short route typically takes 18 minutes under normal conditions.

Drivers have 3 route options between these locations (11.5-13.2 miles / 19-21 km).

The route features scenic views along the way. with average speeds around 28 mph (45 km/h).

Available Routes

I-77 N
13.2 mi 18 minutes
Shortest Fastest
I-77 N and South Blvd
12.3 mi 22 minutes
Nations Ford Rd and I-77 N
11.5 mi 22 minutes

How is the distance calculated?

Driving distances are based on actual road data. We use advanced routing algorithms that consider traffic, tolls, highways, and local streets. For air distances (as the crow flies), we use the Vincenty formula. It's a precise method that accounts for the Earth's shape and provides accuracy up to 0.5 mm.

When multiple route options exist, we display both the shortest and fastest paths. Travel times are estimated based on typical speeds for each road type, though actual times may vary with traffic and weather conditions. All distances are shown in both miles and kilometers for convenience.