Origin
Concord, NC
Morning in Concord on Saturday
Local time
9:38 AM
EDT
Current temp
50°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Concord, NC to Washington, NC
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 18, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
4h 48m
Distance
224.1 mi
361 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$35
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
4h 36m
★
6 AM
4h 49m
8 AM
5h 16m
10 AM
4h 58m
12 PM
4h 56m
3 PM
5h 0m
5 PM
5h 15m
8 PM
4h 41m
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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Washington, NC
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Trip Overview
The drive from Concord, NC to Washington, NC covers 224.1 miles and takes about 4h 48m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on US 264, NC 49, US 64 for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 73.7 miles on US 264. At current regular gas prices, budget about $35.04 one way before food or hotel costs.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is possible, but it will make for a full day on the road.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
Midpoint
112 miles from Concord, NC
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 37m into the drive .
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 4h 48m. Total distance: 224.1 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
4h 48m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (78%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Drive Character
This is a 4h 48m highway drive covering 224.1 miles, with most of the trip on US 264 and NC 49. The longest continuous stretch is about 73.7 miles on US 264.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 26 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
US 264 is the longest continuous segment at about 73.7 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US 264 and NC 49. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 84.1 miles in near US 64.
Driving Effort
8/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 16 significant decision points across 224.1 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 84.1 miles (US 64): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 111 miles (US 64): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 114.6 miles (US 64): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 16 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
6
84.1 mi into trip
|
~2h in
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US 64
Keep slight left at fork onto US 64
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
6
111 mi into trip
|
~2h 35m in
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US 64
Take the exit onto US 64 toward US 1 North, US 64 East: Raleigh
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 404B
Toward US 1 North, US 64 East: Raleigh
8
114.6 mi into trip
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~2h 40m in
|
US 64
Take the exit onto US 64 toward I 40 East, US 64 East: Benson, Rocky Mount
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 1A
Toward I 40 East, US 64 East: Benson, Rocky Mou...
6
123 mi into trip
|
~2h 50m in
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I 87; I 440; US 64
Keep slight left at fork onto I 87; I 440; US 64 toward I 87 North, I 440 East, US 64 East: Rocky Mount
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward I 87 North, I 440 East, US 64 East: Rock...
8
125.8 mi into trip
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~2h 53m in
|
I 87; US 64
Keep slight right at fork onto I 87; US 64 toward I 87 North, US 64 East, US 264 East: Rocky Mount, Wilson, Greenville
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Toward I 87 North, US 64 East, US 264 East: Roc...
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 Washington, NC, road signs point toward Rocky Mount, Wilson, Greenville and Downtown.
Rocky Mount
114.6 mi in
|
~2h 40m
|
via US 64
Wilson
125.8 mi in
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~2h 53m
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via I 87; US 64
Greenville
125.8 mi in
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~2h 53m
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via I 87; US 64
Downtown
199 mi in
|
~4h 12m
|
via Stantonsburg Road
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| US 264 | 73.7 mi | 1h 24m |
| NC 49 | 41.1 mi | 54m |
| US 64 | 28.1 mi | 37m |
| Jordan Road | 24.3 mi | 35m |
| I 87 | 20 mi | 21m |
| Richard K. Pugh Highway | 7.1 mi | 10m |
| Dan K Moore Freeway | 4.6 mi | 5m |
| Corban Avenue Southeast | 3.9 mi | 6m |
Longest stretch:
US 264
— 73.7 mi, about 1h 24m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Concord, NC and Washington, 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
3.8 mi
·
5 min
·
NC 73
Use the straight / right lanes.
5
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
35 sec
6
Merge onto NC 49
41 mi
·
53 min
·
NC 49
Use the straight lane.
7
Continue on NC 49
0.2 mi
·
38 sec
·
NC 49
8
Continue on US 64 BUS; NC 49
3.5 mi
·
6 min
·
West Dixie Drive
Use the straight / right lanes.
9
Continue on US 64 BUS; NC 49
7.1 mi
·
10 min
·
Richard K. Pugh Highway
Use the straight / right lanes.
10
Continue on US 64; NC 49
24 mi
·
35 min
·
Jordan Road
Use the straight / right lanes.
11
Keep slight left at fork onto US 64
27 mi
·
35 min
·
US 64
Use the straight lane.
12
Take the exit onto US 64
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
US 64
Exit 404B
Toward US 1 North, US 64 East: Raleigh
13
Merge onto US 1; US 64
3.1 mi
·
3 min
·
Claude E. Pope Memorial Highway
14
Take the exit onto US 64
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
US 64
Exit 1A
Toward I 40 East, US 64 East: Benson, Rocky Mount
Use the slight right lane.
15
Merge onto I 40; US 64
4.6 mi
·
5 min
·
Dan K Moore Freeway
16
Continue on I 40; US 64
3.2 mi
·
3 min
·
Thomas Bradshaw Freeway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
17
Keep slight left at fork onto I 87; I 440; US 64
2.8 mi
·
3 min
·
I 87; I 440; US 64
Toward I 87 North, I 440 East, US 64 East: Rocky Mount
18
Keep slight right at fork onto I 87; US 64
17 mi
·
18 min
·
I 87; US 64
Toward I 87 North, US 64 East, US 264 East: Rocky Mount, Wilson, Greenville
Use the slight right lane.
19
Keep slight right at fork onto US 264
56 mi
·
59 min
·
US 264
20
Turn straight onto Stantonsburg Road
2.5 mi
·
3 min
·
Stantonsburg Road
Toward Greenville, Downtown
21
Turn left onto US 13; NC 11; NC 43; NC 903
2.0 mi
·
3 min
·
South Memorial Drive
Use the straight lane.
22
Turn right onto Airport Road
0.4 mi
·
39 sec
·
Airport Road
23
Continue on Mumford Road
1.7 mi
·
3 min
·
Mumford Road
24
At end of road, turn right onto NC 33
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
Pactolus Highway
25
Continue on US 264
18 mi
·
24 min
·
US 264
26
Arrive at destination
US 264; NC 92
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 112 miles from Concord, NC, or about 2h 37m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 73.7 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 49 miles or 1h 7m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 112 miles or 2h 37m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 3h 56m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Washington, 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.
+
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 224.1 miles and 4h 48m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 49 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 US 264 for about 73.7 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 112 mi from Concord, NC · 2h 37m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
112 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 49 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 112 miles from Concord, NC, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before US 264 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 73.7 miles.
Arriving in Washington, NC
The final approach into Washington, 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 Washington, 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
$35.04 one way
$70.09 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
78 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.34 | $38.32 | $76.64 |
| premium | $4.70 | $41.48 | $82.95 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $49.48 | $98.96 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$35
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$60–$85
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 78.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $24 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 67.2 | 0 | $23.53 | $10.76 |
| Efficient EV | 56 | 0 | $19.61 | $8.96 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 89.6 | 1 | $31.37 | $14.34 |
Gas CO2
78 kg
EV CO2
26 kg (67% less)
Plan for 0 charging stops, roughly every 270 miles. Allow 25-40 minutes per stop at a DC fast charger.
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
Washington, NC
Morning in Washington on Saturday
Local time
9:38 AM
EDT
Current temp
72°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
22 degrees warmer at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
4h 48m on the road
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
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 Washington, NC covers 224.1 miles and takes about 4h 48m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are US 264, NC 49, US 64. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 112 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 $35.04 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. Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
This is a demanding drive. With 16 significant decision points across 224.1 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 84.1 miles (US 64): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 111 miles (US 64): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 114.6 miles (US 64): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Between Concord, NC and Washington, NC, road signs point toward Rocky Mount, Wilson, Greenville and Downtown.
How this page is built
Compiled by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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