Origin
Concord, NC
Evening in Concord on Thursday
Local time
5:01 PM
EDT
Current temp
50°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Concord, NC to Mount Olive, NC
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
3h 17m
Distance
151.5 mi
244 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$24
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
3h 6m
★
6 AM
3h 18m
8 AM
3h 42m
10 AM
3h 26m
12 PM
3h 24m
3 PM
3h 27m
5 PM
3h 40m
8 PM
3h 11m
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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Mount Olive, NC
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Trip Overview
The drive from Concord, NC to Mount Olive, NC covers 151.5 miles and takes about 3h 17m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on Andrew Jackson Highway, NC 742, American Indian Highway for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is mixed drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 31.2 miles on Andrew Jackson Highway. At current regular gas prices, budget about $23.69 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
75.8 miles from Concord, NC
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 43m into the drive .
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 3h 17m. Total distance: 151.5 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
3h 17m drive, comfortable solo distance.
Drive Character
The drive from Concord, NC to Mount Olive, NC covers 151.5 miles and takes about 3h 17m, using a mix of highways and local roads.
Expect a mix of faster highway mileage and slower local approaches near the beginning or end.
There are about 31 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Andrew Jackson Highway is the longest continuous segment at about 31.2 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. 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 Corban Avenue Southwest.
Driving Effort
7/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 19 significant decision points across 151.5 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 (Corban Avenue Southwest): Navigation decision point; at 13.3 miles (NC 24; NC 27): Lane positioning matters here; at 88.2 miles (US 74 / Andrew Jackson Highway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 19 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
0.1 mi into trip
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~0m in
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Corban Avenue Southwest
Turn left onto Corban Avenue Southwest
Navigation decision point
6
13.3 mi into trip
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~17m in
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NC 24; NC 27
Turn left onto NC 24; NC 27
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
6
88.2 mi into trip
|
~1h 58m in
|
US 74 / Andrew Jackson Highway
Keep slight right at fork onto US 74 / Andrew Jackson Highway
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
117.3 mi into trip
|
~2h 29m in
Take the exit toward I 95 North, US 301 North: Lumberton, Fayetteville
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 209B
Toward I 95 North, US 301 North: Lumberton, Fay...
6
117.9 mi into trip
|
~2h 31m in
Keep slight left at fork toward I 95 North, US 301 North: Lumberton, Fayetteville
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward I 95 North, US 301 North: Lumberton, Fay...
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Concord, NC and Mount Olive, NC, road signs point toward Fayetteville and Red Springs.
Fayetteville
117.3 mi in
|
~2h 29m
Red Springs
124.4 mi in
|
~2h 39m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Andrew Jackson Highway | 31.2 mi | 37m |
| NC 742 | 22.3 mi | 30m |
| American Indian Highway | 18.9 mi | 20m |
| East Elizabethtown Road | 15.1 mi | 22m |
| G R Kindley Freeway | 14.9 mi | 16m |
| Warren C. Coleman Boulevard | 9.6 mi | 11m |
| NC 41 | 8.6 mi | 10m |
| NC 24 | 8.6 mi | 13m |
Longest stretch:
Andrew Jackson Highway
— 31.2 mi, about 37m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Concord, NC and Mount Olive, NC.
1
Start on Spring Street Southwest
0.1 mi
·
21 sec
·
Spring Street Southwest
2
Turn left onto Corban Avenue Southwest
0.2 mi
·
24 sec
·
Corban Avenue Southwest
3
Continue on NC 73
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Corban Avenue Southeast
Use the right lane.
4
Turn right onto NC 3
2.3 mi
·
3 min
·
Branchview Drive Southeast
5
Continue on NC 3
0.6 mi
·
51 sec
·
Union Street South
6
Turn slight left onto US 601; NC 73 Truck
9.6 mi
·
11 min
·
Warren C. Coleman Boulevard
7
Turn left onto NC 24; NC 27
8.6 mi
·
13 min
·
NC 24; NC 27
Use the straight lane.
8
Turn right onto NC 205
4.3 mi
·
7 min
·
NC 205
9
Continue on NC 742
22 mi
·
30 min
·
NC 742
10
Turn right onto US 52; NC 742
0.3 mi
·
39 sec
·
US 52; NC 742
11
Turn left onto US 52; US 74; NC 742
0.4 mi
·
26 sec
·
W. Cliff Martin Highway
12
Continue on US 52; US 74; NC 742
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Salisbury Street
13
Continue on US 52; US 74; NC 742
2.4 mi
·
4 min
·
West Caswell Street
14
Continue on US 74
10 mi
·
13 min
·
Andrew Jackson Highway
Use the straight lane.
15
Keep slight left at fork onto US 74
1.1 mi
·
1 min
·
Andrew Jackson Highway
Toward US 74 East: Lumberton
16
Continue on US 74
15 mi
·
16 min
·
G R Kindley Freeway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
17
Continue on US 74
9.7 mi
·
11 min
·
Andrew Jackson Highway
18
Keep slight right at fork onto US 74
10 mi
·
10 min
·
Andrew Jackson Highway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
19
Continue on US 74
19 mi
·
20 min
·
American Indian Highway
20
Take the exit
0.6 mi
·
1 min
Exit 209B
Toward I 95 North, US 301 North: Lumberton, Fayetteville
21
Keep slight left at fork
0.7 mi
·
1 min
Toward I 95 North, US 301 North: Lumberton, Fayetteville
22
Merge onto I 95; US 301
5.8 mi
·
6 min
·
I 95; US 301
23
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
27 sec
Toward NC 211: Lumberton, Red Springs
24
Turn right onto NC 211
1.5 mi
·
2 min
·
North Roberts Avenue
25
Turn left onto NC 41
15 mi
·
22 min
·
East Elizabethtown Road
26
Enter roundabout onto NC 41
113 ft
·
1 sec
·
NC 41
27
Continue on NC 41
1.7 mi
·
2 min
·
NC 41
28
Turn right onto NC 41; NC 87
6.9 mi
·
7 min
·
NC 41; NC 87
29
Turn right onto Mercer Mill Brown Marsh Road
1.6 mi
·
2 min
·
Mercer Mill Brown Marsh Road
30
Turn left onto Mount Olive Road
317 ft
·
13 sec
·
Mount Olive Road
31
Arrive at destination
Mount Olive Road
Trip Plan
Morning Departure
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Evening Departure
A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 75.8 miles from Concord, NC, or about 1h 43m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 31.2 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 33 miles or 47m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 75.8 miles or 1h 43m 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 39m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Mount Olive, 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 151.5 miles and 3h 17m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 33 miles from Concord, 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 Andrew Jackson Highway for about 31.2 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 75.8 mi from Concord, NC · 1h 43m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
76 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 33 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 75.8 miles from Concord, NC, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Mount Olive, NC
The final approach into Mount Olive, 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 Mount Olive, 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
$23.69 one way
$47.38 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
53 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.34 | $25.90 | $51.81 |
| premium | $4.70 | $28.04 | $56.08 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $33.45 | $66.90 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$24
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$49–$74
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 53 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $16 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 45.4 | 0 | $15.91 | $7.27 |
| Efficient EV | 37.9 | 0 | $13.26 | $6.06 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 60.6 | 0 | $21.21 | $9.70 |
Gas CO2
53 kg
EV CO2
18 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
Mount Olive, NC
Evening in Mount Olive on Thursday
Local time
5:01 PM
EDT
Current temp
49°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
3h 17m 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 Mount Olive, NC covers 151.5 miles and takes about 3h 17m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Andrew Jackson Highway, NC 742, American Indian Highway. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 75.8 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 $23.69 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left. A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
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 demanding drive. With 19 significant decision points across 151.5 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 (Corban Avenue Southwest): Navigation decision point; at 13.3 miles (NC 24; NC 27): Lane positioning matters here; at 88.2 miles (US 74 / Andrew Jackson Highway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Between Concord, NC and Mount Olive, NC, road signs point toward Fayetteville and Red Springs.
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