Origin
Concord, NC
Night in Concord on Tuesday
Local time
11:11 PM
EDT
Current temp
64°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Concord, NC to Maine, NC
Data updated 0 seconds ago
Drive Time
1h 4m
Distance
43 mi
69 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$7
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 0m
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6 AM
1h 5m
8 AM
1h 15m
10 AM
1h 8m
12 PM
1h 7m
3 PM
1h 9m
5 PM
1h 15m
8 PM
1h 2m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Concord, NC
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Maine, NC
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Trip Overview
The drive from Concord, NC to Maine, NC covers 43 miles and takes about 1h 4m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on US 601, Jake Alexander Boulevard South, Church Street Northeast for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 33.3 miles on US 601. At current regular gas prices, budget about $6.72 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
0 planned breaks
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
21.5 miles from Concord, NC
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 29m into the drive .
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Drive Character
This is a 1h 4m highway drive covering 43 miles, with most of the trip on US 601 and Jake Alexander Boulevard South. The longest continuous stretch is about 33.3 miles on US 601.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 14 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
US 601 is the longest continuous segment at about 33.3 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US 601 and Jake Alexander Boulevard South. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 0.1 miles in near Cabarrus Avenue West.
Route Complexity
7/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
This is a demanding drive. With 9 significant decision points across 43 miles, you will need to stay alert — especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (Cabarrus Avenue West): Lane positioning matters here; at 3 miles (US 601): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 19.5 miles (US 601): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 9 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
7
0.1 mi into trip
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~0m in
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Cabarrus Avenue West
Turn right onto Cabarrus Avenue West
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
7
3 mi into trip
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~6m in
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US 601
Take the exit onto US 601 toward I 85 North, US 601 North: Greensboro
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward I 85 North, US 601 North: Greensboro
7
19.5 mi into trip
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~25m in
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US 601
Take the exit onto US 601 toward US 601 North: Jake Alexandar Boulevard
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 75
Toward US 601 North: Jake Alexandar Boulevard
7
19.7 mi into trip
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~26m in
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US 601
Keep slight right at fork onto US 601 toward US 601 North: Salisbury National Cemetery, Veterans Health Administration Medical Center
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward US 601 North: Salisbury National Cemeter...
7
25.9 mi into trip
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~36m in
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US 601
At end of road, turn left onto US 601
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
On the drive from Concord, NC to Maine, NC, road signs begin pointing toward Veterans Health Administration Medical Center along the way.
Veterans Health Administration Medical Center
19.7 mi in
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~26m
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via US 601
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| US 601 | 33.3 mi | 46m |
| Jake Alexander Boulevard South | 4.4 mi | 7m |
| Church Street Northeast | 2.2 mi | 4m |
| Jake Alexander Boulevard North | 1.8 mi | 2m |
| Concord Parkway North | 0.6 mi | 1m |
| US 158 | 0.5 mi | <1m |
| Cabarrus Avenue West | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| Spring Street Southwest | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
US 601
— 33.3 mi, about 46m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Concord, NC and Maine, NC.
1
Start on Spring Street Southwest
409 ft
·
17 sec
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Spring Street Southwest
2
Turn right onto Cabarrus Avenue West
0.2 mi
·
37 sec
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Cabarrus Avenue West
Use the straight / right lanes.
3
Turn left onto NC 73
2.2 mi
·
4 min
·
Church Street Northeast
Use the left lane.
4
Merge onto US 29; US 601
0.6 mi
·
1 min
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Concord Parkway North
Use the left / straight lanes.
5
Take the exit onto US 601
16 mi
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19 min
·
US 601
Toward I 85 North, US 601 North: Greensboro
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
Take the exit onto US 601
0.2 mi
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29 sec
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US 601
Exit 75
Toward US 601 North: Jake Alexandar Boulevard
Use the slight right lane.
7
Keep slight right at fork onto US 601
208 ft
·
7 sec
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US 601
Toward US 601 North: Salisbury National Cemetery, Veterans Health Administration Medical Center
8
Turn left onto US 601
4.4 mi
·
7 min
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Jake Alexander Boulevard South
Use the left / straight lanes.
9
Continue on US 601
1.8 mi
·
2 min
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Jake Alexander Boulevard North
10
At end of road, turn left onto US 601
9.4 mi
·
13 min
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US 601
Use the straight / right lanes.
11
Continue on US 601
7.1 mi
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13 min
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US 601
Use the straight / right lanes.
12
Continue on US 158
0.5 mi
·
45 sec
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US 158
13
Turn right onto Oak Grove Church Road
48 ft
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2 sec
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Oak Grove Church Road
14
Arrive at destination
Oak Grove Church Road
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.
You may only need one short stretch break if traffic stays light.
The halfway point lands around 21.5 miles from Concord, NC, or about 29m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 33.3 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 43 miles or 1h 4m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 21.5 miles or 29m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 52m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Maine, NC than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Concord, NC so your first major turns are already loaded.
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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 Concord, NC
This is one driving day of about 43 miles and 1h 4m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Concord, NC.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
You may only need one short stretch stop if conditions stay smooth.
The longest stretch is on US 601 for about 33.3 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 21.5 mi from Concord, NC · 29m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
22 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 43 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 21.5 miles from Concord, NC, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Maine, NC
The final approach into Maine, 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 Maine, 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
$6.72 one way
$13.45 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
15 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.34 | $7.35 | $14.70 |
| premium | $4.70 | $7.96 | $15.92 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $9.49 | $18.99 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$7
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$32–$57
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 15 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $5 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 12.9 | 0 | $4.52 | $2.06 |
| Efficient EV | 10.8 | 0 | $3.76 | $1.72 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 17.2 | 0 | $6.02 | $2.75 |
Gas CO2
15 kg
EV CO2
5 kg (67% 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
Maine, NC
Night in Maine on Tuesday
Local time
11:11 PM
EDT
Current temp
63°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
1 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
1h 4m 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 Concord, NC to Maine, NC covers 43 miles and takes about 1h 4m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are US 601, Jake Alexander Boulevard South, Church Street Northeast. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 21.5 miles from Concord, NC. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $6.72 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.
This is a demanding drive. With 9 significant decision points across 43 miles, you will need to stay alert — especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (Cabarrus Avenue West): Lane positioning matters here; at 3 miles (US 601): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 19.5 miles (US 601): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
On the drive from Concord, NC to Maine, NC, road signs begin pointing toward Veterans Health Administration Medical Center along the way.
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