The drive from Concord, NC to Southern Pines, NC covers 79.2 miles and takes about 1h 59m behind the wheel.
This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on NC 211, NC 73, Troy Road for much of the mileage,
and the overall profile is mixed drive.
The longest uninterrupted segment is about 18.7 miles on NC 211.
At current regular gas prices, budget about $12.39 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.
Midpoint
39.6 miles from Concord, NC
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 59m into the drive
.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 59m. Total distance: 79.2 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
The drive from Concord, NC to Southern Pines, NC covers 79.2 miles and takes about 1h 59m, 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 27 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
NC 211 is the longest continuous segment at about 18.7 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 0.1 miles in near Corban Avenue Southwest.
Driving Effort4/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 1h 59m drive. You will face about 12 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (Corban Avenue Southwest): Navigation decision point; at 23.8 miles (US 52 Business; NC 24; NC 27; NC 73): Lane positioning matters here; at 26.3 miles (NC-24; NC-27; NC-73 / Albemarle Road): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 12 key points
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
0.1 mi into trip|~0m in|Corban Avenue Southwest
Turn left onto Corban Avenue Southwest
Navigation decision point
4
23.8 mi into trip|~37m in|US 52 Business; NC 24; NC 27; NC 73
Turn left onto US 52 Business; NC 24; NC 27; NC 73
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
4
26.3 mi into trip|~41m in|NC-24; NC-27; NC-73 / Albemarle Road
Enter roundabout onto NC-24; NC-27; NC-73 / Albemarle Road
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
7
74.5 mi into trip|~1h 50m in|US 15; US 501; NC 211
Enter roundabout onto US 15; US 501; NC 211 toward US 15, US 501, NC 211: Aberdeen
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward US 15, US 501, NC 211: Aberdeen
5
78.4 mi into trip|~1h 57m in|South Bennett Street
Turn left onto South Bennett Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
NC 211
18.7 mi
27m
NC 73
18.6 mi
28m
Troy Road
9.2 mi
12m
Candor-Troy Road
5.8 mi
7m
Albemarle Road
5.7 mi
7m
NC 24
4.5 mi
6m
Corban Avenue Southeast
3.9 mi
6m
Troy Candor Road
2.4 mi
3m
Longest stretch:
NC 211
— 18.7 mi, about 27m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Concord, NC and Southern Pines, 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
3.9 mi·6 min·Corban Avenue Southeast
Use the right lane.
4
Continue on NC 73
6.0 mi·9 min·NC 73
Use the straight / right lanes.
5
Continue on NC 73
13 mi·18 min·NC 73
6
Turn left onto NC 73
0.2 mi·34 sec·West Main Street
7
Continue on US 52; NC 73
0.8 mi·1 min·US 52; NC 73
8
Turn left onto US 52 Business; NC 24; NC 27; NC 73
2.1 mi·3 min·US 52 Business; NC 24; NC 27; NC 73
Use the straight lane.
9
Turn right onto NC-24; NC-27; NC-73
0.4 mi·38 sec·Albemarle Road
10
Enter roundabout onto NC-24; NC-27; NC-73
129 ft·1 sec·Albemarle Road
11
Continue on NC-24; NC-27; NC-73
5.3 mi·6 min·Albemarle Road
12
Continue on NC 24; NC 27; NC 73
9.2 mi·12 min·Troy Road
13
Continue on NC 24; NC 27; NC 109
4.5 mi·6 min·NC 24; NC 27; NC 109
Use the straight lane.
14
Take the exit
0.1 mi·19 sec
15
Turn left onto Troy Candor Road
2.4 mi·3 min·Troy Candor Road
16
Continue on Candor-Troy Road
5.8 mi·7 min·Candor-Troy Road
17
Turn right onto US 220 ALT
0.2 mi·14 sec·US 220 ALT
18
Turn straight onto Pack House Road
0.5 mi·50 sec·Pack House Road
19
Continue on West Main Street
1.5 mi·2 min·West Main Street
20
Continue on NC 211
19 mi·27 min·NC 211
21
Enter roundabout onto US 15; US 501; NC 211
342 ft·11 sec·US 15; US 501; NC 211
Toward US 15, US 501, NC 211: Aberdeen
22
Continue on US 15; US 501; NC 211
2.0 mi·3 min·US 15; US 501; NC 211
Toward US 15, US 501, NC 211: Aberdeen
23
Turn left onto Morganton Road
0.7 mi·1 min·Morganton Road
24
Continue on West Morganton Road
1.1 mi·2 min·West Morganton Road
25
Turn left onto South Bennett Street
0.7 mi·1 min·South Bennett Street
Use the left lane.
26
Turn right onto West Pennsylvania Avenue
428 ft·18 sec·West Pennsylvania Avenue
27
Arrive at destination
West Pennsylvania Avenue
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 39.6 miles from Concord, NC, or about 59m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 18.7 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 17 miles or 27m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 39.6 miles or 59m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 1h 39m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Southern Pines, 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.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Concord, NC
This is one driving day of about 79.2 miles and 1h 59m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 17 miles from Concord, NC.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on NC 211 for about 18.7 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 39.6 mi from Concord, NC
· 59m into the drive
The midpoint is around 39.6 miles from Concord, NC, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Southern Pines, NC
The final approach into Southern Pines, NC usually feels slower than the middle of the drive, so avoid planning your tightest schedule at the very end.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Nearby Places
Restaurants, cafes, gas stations and more along your route.
Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$12.39 one way
$24.77 round trip
$3.97/gal25.4 MPG avg28 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.34
$13.54
$27.08
premium
$4.70
$14.66
$29.32
diesel
$5.61
$17.49
$34.97
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$12
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$37–$62
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 27.7 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $8 in charging
· 0 stops
· 68% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
23.8
0
$8.32
$3.80
Efficient EV
19.8
0
$6.93
$3.17
EV Truck/SUV
31.7
0
$11.09
$5.07
Gas CO2
28 kg
EV CO2
9 kg (68% 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.
Forecast as of Apr 15, 2026
Origin
Concord, NC
Late night
in Concord on Friday
Local time
4:51 AM
EDT
Current temp
50°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Southern Pines, NC
Late night
in Southern Pines on Friday
Local time
4:51 AM
EDT
Current temp
50°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
42°F
Mount Gilead, NC
40 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
Same local time
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
Very similar conditions
Both ends of the route are sitting at about the same temperature right now.
Road read
1h 59m 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 Southern Pines, NC covers 79.2 miles and takes about 1h 59m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are NC 211, NC 73, Troy Road. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 39.6 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 $12.39 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 straightforward 1h 59m drive. You will face about 12 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (Corban Avenue Southwest): Navigation decision point; at 23.8 miles (US 52 Business; NC 24; NC 27; NC 73): Lane positioning matters here; at 26.3 miles (NC-24; NC-27; NC-73 / Albemarle Road): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering.
The route from Concord, NC to Southern Pines, NC does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
How this page is built
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