How far is Charlotte, NC from Sherrills Ford, NC?
The driving distance from Charlotte, NC to Sherrills Ford, NC is about 36.2 miles (58.3 km), with a travel time of about 00h 48m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 28.3 miles (45.6 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 36m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EDT.
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This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.
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City in North Carolina, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Charlotte and Sherrills Ford.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Charlotte and Sherrills Ford.
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Start on South Tryon Street
125 m · 11 sec · South Tryon Street
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Turn right onto West 4th Street
1114 ft · 31 sec · West 4th Street
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Turn right onto South Mint Street
140 m · 16 sec · South Mint Street
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Turn left onto West Trade Street
1.1 km · 1 min · West Trade Street
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Turn right
699 ft · 18 sec
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Continue on I 77 North, US 21 North
921 ft · 22 sec
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Merge slight left onto I-77 North
1.3 km · 1 min · I-77 North
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Keep slight right to continue on I-77 North
3.5 mi · 5 min · I-77 North
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Keep slight right to continue on I-77 North
2.7 mi · 3 min · I-77 North
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Keep slight right to continue on I-77 North
2.6 mi · 3 min · I-77 North
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Continue on I 77 North
1.4 mi · 2 min · I 77 North
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Keep slight right to continue on I 77 North
2.7 mi · 3 min · I 77 North
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Keep slight right to continue on I 77 North
2 mi · 2 min · I 77 North
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Continue on I-77 North
2.6 mi · 3 min · I-77 North
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Keep slight right to continue on I-77 North
6.7 mi · 8 min · I-77 North
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Take the exit slight right toward NC 150: Mooresville, Lincolnton
1217 ft · 30 sec
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Keep slight left to continue on NC 150 West: Lake Norman Airport, Lincolnton
54 m · 11 sec
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Turn left onto River Highway
7.2 mi · 11 min · River Highway
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Turn right onto Sherrills Ford Road
2.3 mi · 4 min · Sherrills Ford Road
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Sherrills Ford Road
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Charlotte and Sherrills Ford.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
River Highway
Turn left onto River Highway
7.24 mi · 00h 11m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A comfortable day-trip route
This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.
Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms then Partly Cloudy leaving Charlotte and Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Sherrills Ford.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Charlotte to Sherrills Ford?
The road trip is about 36.2 miles (58.3 km) and usually takes 00h 48m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Cornelius is a useful midpoint, sitting about 18.1 miles from Charlotte and 18.1 miles from Sherrills Ford.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 28.3 miles (45.6 km), while the road route adds roughly 7.9 extra miles because roads do not follow the straight air line.
When is the best time to leave for this route?
A good departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 4:54 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $5.07 one way or $10.14 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 11.4 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms then Partly Cloudy around Charlotte and Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Sherrills Ford.
Stop Ideas Near Cornelius
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Cornelius.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Charlotte and Sherrills Ford. Straight-line distance: 28.35 mi (45.62 km).
#1 Charlotte
The fourteenth most populous city in the United States and the center of the Charlotte metropolitan area.
| Population | 900,350 |
| Coordinates | 35.2270900, -80.8431300 |
| Altitude | 229 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Sherrills Ford
Unincorporated community in Catawba County, North Carolina
| Population | 1,007 |
| Coordinates | 35.6204100, -80.9864700 |
| Altitude | 273 |
| Country | United States |
End: Sherrills Ford (-80.98647, 35.62041)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 58 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 12m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 54m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 43m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 36m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 31m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 27m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
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| Regular gas | $3.96 | $5.07 | $10.14 |
| Mid-grade | $4.43 | $5.67 | $11.34 |
| Premium | $4.78 | $6.12 | $12.23 |
| Diesel | $5.62 | $7.20 | $14.40 |
Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.
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