Trip from Hope Mills, NC to Concord, NC

Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 18, 2026 · Editorial standards

Drive Time

2h 52m

Distance

113.3 mi

182 km

Drive Score

8/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$18

one way

EV Charging

None

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 33 min

4 AM

2h 41m ★

6 AM

2h 52m

8 AM

3h 14m

10 AM

3h 0m

12 PM

2h 58m

3 PM

3h 1m

5 PM

3h 13m

8 PM

2h 46m

Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.

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town in Cumberland County, North Carolina, United States of America

Hope Mills, NC

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Concord, NC

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Trip Overview

This 113.3-mile journey from Hope Mills, NC to Concord, NC is a straightforward, single-day trip, estimated to take about 2 hours and 52 minutes. With a modest fuel cost of around $18, it's an economical option for exploring the Southeast region. The route primarily utilizes Concord Road and NC 211 Highway, with a portion on the Troy Bypass, offering a local drive feel. Given its duration and distance, this is best suited as a day trip, allowing for flexibility in your schedule without needing an overnight stay. Expect a turn-heavy experience that keeps you engaged.

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

56.6 miles from Hope Mills, NC

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 28m into the drive .

Main Roads

Road	Distance	Duration
Concord Road	22.5 mi	34m
NC 211 Highway	18.3 mi	27m
Troy Bypass	13.4 mi	18m
Plank Road	13.1 mi	18m
Aberdeen Road	8.3 mi	12m
West South Street	6.8 mi	11m
Candor-Troy Road	5.8 mi	7m
Albemarle Road	5.7 mi	7m

Longest stretch: Concord Road — 22.5 mi, about 34m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Hope Mills, NC and Concord, NC.

Start on SR1596

0.5 mi · 1 min · South Main Street

Use the left lane.

Turn left onto Rockfish Road

2.1 mi · 4 min · Rockfish Road

Use the left lane.

Turn slight right

0.2 mi · 22 sec

Turn straight onto Rockfish Road

1.6 mi · 2 min · Rockfish Road

Use the straight lane.

Continue on Stoney Point Road

5.2 mi · 9 min · Stoney Point Road

Use the straight lane.

At end of road, turn right onto Lindsay Road

0.5 mi · 53 sec · Lindsay Road

Turn left onto US 401

0.2 mi · 22 sec · Fayetteville Road

Turn right onto Wayside Road

1.6 mi · 2 min · Wayside Road

At end of road, turn left onto Plank Road

13 mi · 18 min · Plank Road

Turn right onto NC 211

8.3 mi · 12 min · Aberdeen Road

Continue on US 15; US 501; NC 211

0.3 mi · 27 sec · Poindexter Street

Turn right onto US 1; US 15; US 501; NC 211

0.3 mi · 26 sec · South Sandhills Boulevard

Use the right lane.

Turn left onto NC 5

6.8 mi · 11 min · West South Street

Turn left onto NC 211

18 mi · 27 min · NC 211 Highway

Continue on Pack House Road

0.4 mi · 39 sec · Pack House Road

Turn slight left onto US 220 ALT

0.2 mi · 18 sec · US 220 ALT

Turn left onto Candor-Troy Road

5.8 mi · 7 min · Candor-Troy Road

Continue on Troy Candor Road

2.6 mi · 3 min · Troy Candor Road

Take the ramp

0.1 mi · 19 sec

Toward NC 24 West, NC 27 West

Merge onto NC 24; NC 27

13 mi · 18 min · Troy Bypass

Continue on NC-24; NC-27; NC-73

5.4 mi · 6 min · Albemarle Road

Use the straight / right lanes.

Enter roundabout onto NC-24; NC-27; NC-73

114 ft · 1 sec · Albemarle Road

Continue on NC-24; NC-27; NC-73

0.3 mi · 36 sec · Albemarle Road

Turn left onto NC 24; NC 27; NC 73

2.1 mi · 3 min · NC 24; NC 27; NC 73

Turn right onto US 52; NC 73

0.9 mi · 1 min · US 52; NC 73

Turn left onto NC 73

0.2 mi · 33 sec · West Main Street

Turn right onto NC 73

22 mi · 34 min · Concord Road

Continue on Corban Avenue Southeast

0.2 mi · 26 sec · Corban Avenue Southeast

Turn right onto Spring Street Southwest

0.1 mi · 16 sec · Spring Street Southwest

Arrive at destination

Spring Street Southwest

Trip Plan

For this 113.3-mile drive, departing in the morning will allow you to reach Concord, NC with ample time to spare before the evening. With a total duration of just under 3 hours and only one designated stop, you have the flexibility to add more breaks as needed. Keep an eye on your fuel; the estimated cost is $18, but it's wise to fill up before leaving Hope Mills. A specific tip for this route: be mindful of the frequent turns, especially on Concord Road, as they can add time if you're not paying close attention to navigation.

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.

Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.

The halfway point lands around 56.6 miles from Hope Mills, NC, or about 1h 28m into the drive.

The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 22.5 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 80 miles or 2h 1m in

Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.

Halfway reset

Around 56.6 miles or 1h 28m 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 20m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Concord, NC than in the middle of the route.

Before You Leave

Open the route before leaving Hope Mills, 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 Hope Mills, NC

This is one driving day of about 113.3 miles and 2h 52m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Hope Mills, 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 Concord Road for about 22.5 miles.

Where to Stop

Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.

city in Randolph County, North Carolina, United States

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Archdale, NC

57 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

Archdale, NC

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Archdale, NC

Meal break

The midpoint is around 56.6 miles from Hope Mills, NC, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

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.

Top Coffee Stop

Press & Porter Coffee & Pourhouse

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Concord, North Carolina

Near the end, right off the route

0.1 mi from route $1 to $10 mile 113.3

Hours: 6:30 am–5 pm

Visit website

7 Brew Coffee

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Albemarle, North Carolina

0.8 mi

Mattie Ruth's Coffee House

4.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Concord, North Carolina

1.3 mi

Press & Porter Coffee & Pourhouse

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, right off the route

0.1 mi from route $1 to $10 mile 113.3

Concord, North Carolina

Hours: 6:30 am–5 pm

Visit website

7 Brew Coffee

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Later in the drive, right off the route

0.8 mi from route ~2 min detour mile 89

Albemarle, North Carolina

Hours: 5:30 am–10 pm

+14793589274

Visit website

3.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the start, short detour

2.8 mi from route ~7 min detour

Hope Mills, North Carolina

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18335052291

Visit website

Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.

Heads-up: tricky spots

5 of 15

5 decision points cluster between mile 0.5 and 113.2 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.

0.5 mi into trip | ~1m in | Rockfish Road

Turn left onto Rockfish Road

Lane positioning matters here

Use the left lane.

9.6 mi into trip | ~18m in | Lindsay Road

At end of road, turn right onto Lindsay Road

Navigation decision point

33.5 mi into trip | ~53m in | US 1; US 15; US 501; NC 211 / South Sandhills Boulevard

Turn right onto US 1; US 15; US 501; NC 211 / South Sandhills Boulevard

Lane positioning matters here

Use the right lane.

68 mi into trip | ~1h 45m in

Take the ramp toward NC 24 West, NC 27 West

Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Toward NC 24 West, NC 27 West

113.2 mi into trip | ~2h 52m in | Spring Street Southwest

Turn right onto Spring Street Southwest

Navigation decision point

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$18.13 one way

$36.26 round trip

$4.07/gal 25.4 MPG avg 40 kg CO₂

Fuel Type	$/gal	One Way	Round Trip
midgrade	$4.43	$19.76	$39.51
premium	$4.78	$21.31	$42.63
diesel	$5.64	$25.17	$50.34

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$18

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$43–$68

Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.

Estimated CO2 emission: 39.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.

Driving Electric?

About $12 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO₂

Vehicle Type	kWh	DC Fast	Home Charge
Average EV	34	$11.90	$5.44
Efficient EV	28.3	$9.91	$4.53
EV Truck/SUV	45.3	$15.86	$7.25

Gas CO2

40 kg

EV CO2

13 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

Hope Mills, NC

Afternoon in Hope Mills on Saturday

Local time

1:40 PM

EDT

Current temp

50°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Concord, NC

Afternoon in Concord on Saturday

Local time

1:40 PM

EDT

Current temp

50°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

Very similar conditions

Both ends of the route are sitting at about the same temperature right now.

Road read

2h 52m 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.

What kind of drive is this?

Prepare for a turn-heavy local drive rather than an interstate cruise, as only 19% of this route is on highways. You'll encounter the longest uninterrupted stretch of 22.5 miles on Concord Road, offering a taste of the local scenery before navigating through other segments. The road character likely shifts between local roads and the slightly more direct Troy Bypass, requiring your attention. This drive is characterized by frequent changes in direction, making it a dynamic experience behind the wheel.

This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.

There are about 30 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.

Concord Road is the longest continuous segment at about 22.5 miles.

How Hard Is This Drive?

5/10

Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. You will hit about 15 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 0.5 miles in near Rockfish Road.

Driving Effort 5/10

Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing

Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.

This drive requires moderate attention. Across 113.3 miles you will encounter 15 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 0.5 miles (Rockfish Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 9.6 miles (Lindsay Road): Navigation decision point; at 33.5 miles (US 1; US 15; US 501; NC 211 / South Sandhills Boulevard): Lane positioning matters here.

Elevation Profile

Gently rolling terrain

705 ft 112 ft

Total Climb

1,028 ft

Total Descent

456 ft

Highest Point

705 ft

~56.6 mi in

Elevation Range

593 ft

Who Is This Route For?

Weekend Trip

Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 52m. Total distance: 113.3 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

2h 52m drive, comfortable solo distance.

First-Time Driver

Mostly highway driving (19%). Some complex stretches to watch for.

Scenic Drive

Turn-heavy local drive route profile.

Frequently Asked Questions

The drive from Hope Mills, NC to Concord, NC covers 113.3 miles and takes about 2h 52m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.

The main roads are Concord Road, NC 211 Highway, Troy Bypass. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.

This is a comfortable same-day trip.

The midpoint is about 56.6 miles from Hope Mills, NC. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.

At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $18.13 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.

Plan about 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, or rest. A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.

The route from Hope Mills, NC to Concord, NC does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.

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, EIA for fuel prices, USGS 3DEP for elevation, and NREL for EV charging. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.

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Best Time to Leave

Trip Overview

Main Roads

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Trip Plan

Before You Leave

Where to Stop

Pacing Suggestions

Nearby Places

Press & Porter Coffee & Pourhouse

Press & Porter Coffee & Pourhouse

7 Brew Coffee

Mattie Ruth's Coffee House

The Holy Grind Coffee House of Concord

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Electric Vehicle Charging Station

ChargePoint Charging Station

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Electric Vehicle Charging Station

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Circle K Charging Station

Heads-up: tricky spots

Fuel & Cost

Travel Intel

Hope Mills, NC

Concord, NC

Same local time

Very similar conditions

2h 52m on the road

What kind of drive is this?

How Hard Is This Drive?

Elevation Profile

Who Is This Route For?

Frequently Asked Questions

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What are the main roads on this route?

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How much does gas cost for this trip?

What is the best time to leave?

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