Origin
Green Level, NC
Morning in Green Level on Thursday
Local time
11:40 AM
EDT
Current temp
92°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Green Level, NC to Concord, NC
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
2h 31m
Distance
107.3 mi
173 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$17
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
2h 21m
★
6 AM
2h 31m
8 AM
2h 52m
10 AM
2h 38m
12 PM
2h 36m
3 PM
2h 40m
5 PM
2h 51m
8 PM
2h 25m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Green Level, NC
Mark Stebnicki
Concord, NC
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Trip Overview
The drive from Green Level, NC to Concord, NC covers 107.3 miles and takes about 2h 31m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on US 64, NC 49, NC 73 for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 49.4 miles on US 64. At current regular gas prices, budget about $16.78 one way before food or hotel costs.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
53.7 miles from Green Level, NC
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 16m into the drive .
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 31m. Total distance: 107.3 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 31m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (91%). Straightforward navigation.
Drive Character
This is a 2h 31m highway drive covering 107.3 miles, with most of the trip on US 64 and NC 49. The longest continuous stretch is about 49.4 miles on US 64.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 16 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
US 64 is the longest continuous segment at about 49.4 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US 64 and NC 49. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 2 miles in near Jenks Road.
Driving Effort
4/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 2h 31m drive. You will face about 8 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 2 miles (Jenks Road): Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach; at 3.4 miles (US 64): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 52.8 miles (US 64 BUS; NC 49 / Richard K. Pugh Highway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 8 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
2 mi into trip
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~3m in
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Jenks Road
Turn sharp right onto Jenks Road
Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach
6
3.4 mi into trip
|
~6m in
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US 64
Merge onto US 64
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
8
52.8 mi into trip
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~1h 14m in
|
US 64 BUS; NC 49 / Richard K. Pugh Highway
Keep slight left at fork onto US 64 BUS; NC 49 / Richard K. Pugh Highway toward US 64 Business West, NC 49 South: Asheboro
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward US 64 Business West, NC 49 South: Ashebo...
6
58.2 mi into trip
|
~1h 23m in
|
Albemarle Road
Turn sharp left onto Albemarle Road
Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach
5
107.2 mi into trip
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~2h 31m in
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Spring Street Southwest
Turn right onto Spring Street Southwest
Navigation decision point
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| US 64 | 49.4 mi | 1h 8m |
| NC 49 | 40.7 mi | 53m |
| NC 73 | 7.5 mi | 11m |
| East Dixie Drive | 3.5 mi | 6m |
| Green Level Church Road | 2 mi | 3m |
| Richard K. Pugh Highway | 1.8 mi | 2m |
| Jenks Road | 1.4 mi | 2m |
| Albemarle Road | 0.3 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
US 64
— 49.4 mi, about 1h 8m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Green Level, NC and Concord, NC.
1
Start on this road
65 ft
·
6 sec
·
this road
2
Turn right onto SR 1600
2.0 mi
·
3 min
·
Green Level Church Road
3
Turn sharp right onto Jenks Road
1.4 mi
·
2 min
·
Jenks Road
4
Merge onto US 64
49 mi
·
1 hr 8 min
·
US 64
Use the straight lane.
5
Keep slight left at fork onto US 64 BUS; NC 49
1.8 mi
·
2 min
·
Richard K. Pugh Highway
Toward US 64 Business West, NC 49 South: Asheboro
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
Continue on US 64 BUS; NC 49
3.5 mi
·
6 min
·
East Dixie Drive
Use the straight lane.
7
Turn slight right
312 ft
·
11 sec
8
Turn slight right onto Brookway Road
314 ft
·
12 sec
·
Brookway Road
9
Turn sharp left onto Albemarle Road
0.3 mi
·
23 sec
·
Albemarle Road
10
Continue on NC 49
9.9 mi
·
13 min
·
NC 49
Use the straight / right lanes.
11
Continue on NC 49
31 mi
·
39 min
·
NC 49
Use the straight lane.
12
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
1 min
13
Turn right onto NC 73
7.5 mi
·
11 min
·
NC 73
14
Continue on Corban Avenue Southeast
0.2 mi
·
26 sec
·
Corban Avenue Southeast
15
Turn right onto Spring Street Southwest
0.1 mi
·
16 sec
·
Spring Street Southwest
16
Arrive at destination
Spring Street Southwest
Trip Plan
Morning Departure
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch.
Evening Departure
Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 53.7 miles from Green Level, NC, or about 1h 16m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 49.4 miles.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
Departure
Before you leave
Start with fuel, water, and navigation already sorted so the first hour feels easy.
First stop
Around 24 miles or 34m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 53.7 miles or 1h 16m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 2h 3m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Concord, NC than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Green Level, NC so your first major turns are already loaded.
+
Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
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Check your fuel range against the first long segment, especially if you are starting outside city service areas.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Green Level, NC
This is one driving day of about 107.3 miles and 2h 31m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 24 miles from Green Level, NC.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Plan about 1 real break rather than only quick fuel stops.
The longest stretch is on US 64 for about 49.4 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 53.7 mi from Green Level, NC · 1h 16m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
54 mi into the route
Best for: Lunch, fuel, and a longer reset
This sits close to the middle of the route, so it works well for the longest stop of the day.
Pacing Suggestions
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 24 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 53.7 miles from Green Level, NC, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Concord, NC
The final approach into Concord, NC usually feels slower than the middle of the drive, so avoid planning your tightest schedule at the very end.
Try to arrive with enough fuel left to skip an immediate station stop unless you already know the area around Concord, NC.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$16.78 one way
$33.56 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
38 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.34 | $18.35 | $36.69 |
| premium | $4.70 | $19.86 | $39.72 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $23.69 | $47.38 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$17
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$42–$67
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 37.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $11 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 32.2 | 0 | $11.27 | $5.15 |
| Efficient EV | 26.8 | 0 | $9.39 | $4.29 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 42.9 | 0 | $15.02 | $6.87 |
Gas CO2
38 kg
EV CO2
13 kg (66% less)
This trip is well within single-charge range for most EVs. No charging stops needed if you start fully charged.
DC fast charging avg $0.35/kWh. Home charging avg $0.16/kWh. US grid CO2: 0.39 kg/kWh.
Travel Intel
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Destination
Concord, NC
Morning in Concord on Thursday
Local time
11:40 AM
EDT
Current temp
50°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Seasonal Notes
Summer travel usually means heavier construction, hotter rest stops, and busier weekend traffic around major cities.
Winter travel shortens daylight, so a route that looks manageable on paper can feel much longer after dark.
Holiday weekends tend to make both departure and arrival windows slower than the raw route time suggests.
Time zone
Same local time
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
42 degrees cooler at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
2h 31m on the road
Use the two city cards together: check the sky where you start, then compare it with the local time and temperature at arrival.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Green Level, NC to Concord, NC covers 107.3 miles and takes about 2h 31m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are US 64, NC 49, NC 73. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 53.7 miles from Green Level, NC. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $16.78 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch. Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
Plan about 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, or rest. A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
This is a straightforward 2h 31m drive. You will face about 8 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
The main spots that need attention: at 2 miles (Jenks Road): Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach; at 3.4 miles (US 64): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 52.8 miles (US 64 BUS; NC 49 / Richard K. Pugh Highway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
The route from Green Level, NC to Concord, NC does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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