Moving from Raleigh, NC to Charlotte, NC
Your Complete Guide
170
Miles
2.5 hrs
Drive Time
I-85 South
Primary Highway
Off-Peak
Current Season
Cost of Living Comparison
Category
Raleigh, NC
Charlotte, NC
Cost of Living Index
102
100
Median Home Price
$380,000
$360,000
Median 1BR Rent
$1,400/mo
$1,400/mo
Avg Monthly Utilities
$140
$145
Grocery Index
97
98
Best Stops Along the Way
Breaking up a 170-mile drive? Here are great places to stop between Raleigh, NC and Charlotte, NC.
Greensboro, NC
A mid-sized city in the Piedmont Triad with important civil rights history. Known for its universities and as a crossroads of major interstates.
Civil rights history, International Civil Rights Center, and universities
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive is approximately 170 miles via I-85 South, taking about 2.5 hours of driving. We recommend breaking this into 1 days of driving, accounting for stops, fuel, and rest.