Drive Time
31m
Distance
22.9 mi
37 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$4
one way
Photo: Mark Stebnicki
The drive from Concord, NC to Mint Hill, NC covers 22.9 miles and takes about 31m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on Governor James G Martin Freeway, Concord Parkway South, Cabarrus Avenue West for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 10.7 miles on Governor James G Martin Freeway. At current regular gas prices, budget about $3.66 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
11.5 miles from Concord, NC
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 18m into the drive .
This is a 31m highway drive covering 22.9 miles, with most of the trip on Governor James G Martin Freeway and Concord Parkway South. The longest continuous stretch is about 10.7 miles on Governor James G Martin Freeway.
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Governor James G Martin Freeway and Concord Parkway South. You will hit about 9 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 0.1 miles in near Cabarrus Avenue West.
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 22.9 miles you will encounter 9 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (Cabarrus Avenue West): Lane positioning matters here; at 10.2 miles (I 485 / Governor James G Martin Freeway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 20.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
Turn left onto Cabarrus Avenue West
Lane positioning matters here
Merge onto I 485 / Governor James G Martin Freeway
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Take the exit toward NC 51: Mint Hill
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Turn right onto NC 51 / Blair Road
Lane positioning matters here
Turn left
Navigation decision point
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Governor James G Martin Freeway | 10.7 mi | 11m |
| Concord Parkway South | 6.7 mi | 10m |
| Cabarrus Avenue West | 1.9 mi | 3m |
| Blair Road | 1.6 mi | 2m |
| North Tryon Street | 1.2 mi | 1m |
| Spring Street Southwest | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| Matthews-Mint Hill Road | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Step-by-step road directions between Concord, NC and Mint Hill, NC.
Start on Spring Street Southwest
Turn left onto Cabarrus Avenue West
Enter roundabout onto Cabarrus Avenue West
Continue on Cabarrus Avenue West
Turn left onto US 29
Continue on US 29
Take the ramp
Merge onto I 485
Take the exit
Turn right onto NC 51
Continue on NC 51
Turn left
Arrive at destination
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.
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 22.9 miles or 31m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 11.5 miles or 18m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 26m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Mint Hill, NC than in the middle of the route.
Open the route before leaving Concord, NC so your first major turns are already loaded.
Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
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 22.9 miles and 31m.
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 11.5 mi from Concord, NC · 18m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
11 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.
A short stop after about 22.9 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 11.5 miles from Concord, NC, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
The final approach into Mint Hill, 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 Mint Hill, NC.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Regular Gas
$3.66 one way
$7.33 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.43 | $3.99 | $7.99 |
| premium | $4.78 | $4.31 | $8.62 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $5.09 | $10.18 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$4
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$29–$54
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $2 in charging · 0 stops · 63% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 6.9 | 0 | $2.40 | $1.10 |
| Efficient EV | 5.7 | 0 | $2.00 | $0.92 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 9.2 | 0 | $3.21 | $1.47 |
Gas CO2
8 kg
EV CO2
3 kg (63% 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. If you're planning ahead, check the forecast closer to your travel date.
Origin
Evening in Concord on Saturday
Local time
6:29 PM
EDT
Current temp
64°F
Forecast unavailable right now
Destination
Evening in Mint Hill on Saturday
Local time
6:29 PM
EDT
Current temp
65°F
Forecast unavailable right now
Along the Route
65°F
Charlotte, NC
11 mi in
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
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
Use the two city cards together: check the sky where you start, then compare it with the local time and temperature at arrival.
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