Origin
Huntersville, NC
Evening in Huntersville on Sunday
Local time
7:41 PM
EDT
Current temp
64°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Huntersville, NC to Concord, NC
Drive Time
29m
Distance
18.5 mi
30 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$3
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 27m
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6 AM
0h 30m
8 AM
0h 35m
10 AM
0h 32m
12 PM
0h 31m
3 PM
0h 32m
5 PM
0h 35m
8 PM
0h 28m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Huntersville, NC
Lance Stephenson
Concord, NC
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Trip Overview
If you are planning a quick transit between Huntersville and Concord, North Carolina, expect a short 18.5-mile journey that typically takes about 29 minutes to complete. This trip is perfectly suited for a single-day excursion, as the distance is short enough that you won't need to worry about overnight lodging. Budgeting roughly $3 for fuel should be more than sufficient for this commute within the Southeast. Because the route relies on local roads rather than major interstates, it offers a straightforward alternative for navigating between these two cities. It is a practical, no-fuss drive that serves as an efficient connection for your daily travel needs.
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
9.2 miles from Huntersville, NC
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 14m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a turn-heavy local experience rather than a monotonous interstate grind on this 18.5-mile stretch. You will primarily navigate via Davidson Highway, Ramah Church Road, and Church Street North, which account for a highway share of only 15%. Your longest stretch of consistent driving occurs over 6.2 miles along Davidson Highway, after which the road profile shifts into more frequent local turns. This route feels less like a highway sprint and more like a deliberate, winding transition between neighboring towns. Stay alert behind the wheel, as the road’s personality is defined by these technical, local segments rather than high-speed cruising.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 18 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Davidson Highway is the longest continuous segment at about 6.2 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 0.7 miles in near Ramah Church Road.
Route Complexity
8/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
This is a demanding drive. With 13 significant decision points across 18.5 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 0.7 miles (Ramah Church Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 4.5 miles (NC 73 / Sam Furr Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 14.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 13 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
6
0.7 mi into trip
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~1m in
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Ramah Church Road
Turn right onto Ramah Church Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
7
4.5 mi into trip
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~7m in
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NC 73 / Sam Furr Road
At end of road, turn right onto NC 73 / Sam Furr Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the none lane.
8
14.9 mi into trip
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~22m in
Take the exit toward US 29, US 601 South: Kannapolis, Concord, Downtown
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 58
Toward US 29, US 601 South: Kannapolis, Concord...
8
15.2 mi into trip
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~23m in
Keep slight right at fork toward US 29 South, US 601 South: Concord, Downtown
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the right lane.
Toward US 29 South, US 601 South: Concord, Down...
7
18.4 mi into trip
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~29m in
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Spring Street Southwest
Turn left onto Spring Street Southwest
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
Towns Along This Route
On the drive from Huntersville, NC to Concord, NC, road signs begin pointing toward Downtown along the way.
Downtown
14.9 mi in
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~22m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Davidson Highway | 6.2 mi | 9m |
| Ramah Church Road | 3.7 mi | 6m |
| Church Street North | 2.2 mi | 4m |
| I 85 | 2.1 mi | 2m |
| Sam Furr Road | 1.9 mi | 2m |
| Concord Parkway North | 0.6 mi | <1m |
| South Old Statesville Road | 0.5 mi | <1m |
| North Old Statesville Road | 0.2 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Davidson Highway
— 6.2 mi, about 9m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Huntersville, NC and Concord, NC.
1
Start on NC 115
0.5 mi
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46 sec
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South Old Statesville Road
Use the none lane.
2
Continue on North Old Statesville Road
173 ft
·
6 sec
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North Old Statesville Road
3
Enter roundabout onto NC 115
200 ft
·
7 sec
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North Old Statesville Road
4
Continue on NC 115
0.2 mi
·
23 sec
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North Old Statesville Road
Use the right lane.
5
Turn right onto Ramah Church Road
0.6 mi
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1 min
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Ramah Church Road
Use the right lane.
6
Enter roundabout onto Ramah Church Road
157 ft
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3 sec
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Ramah Church Road
7
Continue on Ramah Church Road
3.1 mi
·
5 min
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Ramah Church Road
8
At end of road, turn right onto NC 73
1.9 mi
·
2 min
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Sam Furr Road
Use the none lane.
9
Continue on NC 73
6.2 mi
·
9 min
·
Davidson Highway
Use the none lane.
10
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
33 sec
Toward I 85 North: Salisbury
11
Merge onto I 85
2.1 mi
·
2 min
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I 85
12
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
41 sec
Exit 58
Toward US 29, US 601 South: Kannapolis, Concord, Downtown
Use the slight right lane.
13
Keep slight right at fork
0.1 mi
·
18 sec
Toward US 29 South, US 601 South: Concord, Downtown
Use the right lane.
14
Merge onto US 29; US 601
0.6 mi
·
47 sec
·
Concord Parkway North
Use the straight lane.
15
Turn straight onto Church Street North
2.2 mi
·
4 min
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Church Street North
Use the straight / left lanes.
16
Turn right onto Cabarrus Avenue West
0.2 mi
·
39 sec
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Cabarrus Avenue West
Use the straight / right lanes.
17
Turn left onto Spring Street Southwest
409 ft
·
11 sec
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Spring Street Southwest
Use the left lane.
18
Arrive at destination
Spring Street Southwest
Trip Plan
Since this is a brief, 29-minute trip, you have plenty of flexibility regarding your departure time. You won't need to plan for any scheduled stops, as the distance is short enough to drive straight through without fatigue. Keep in mind that because this route is comprised of local roads, traffic patterns can vary significantly during peak hours, so check your navigation app before you head out. With no formal stops required, you can easily adapt your schedule to suit your personal timeline. A helpful tip for this specific drive is to keep a close eye on your navigation as you transition between Davidson Highway, Ramah Church Road, and Church Street North, as the frequent turns require steady attention.
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 9.2 miles from Huntersville, NC, or about 14m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 6.2 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 18.5 miles or 29m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 9.2 miles or 14m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 23m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Concord, NC than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Huntersville, 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 Huntersville, NC
This is one driving day of about 18.5 miles and 29m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Huntersville, NC.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
You may only need one short stretch stop if conditions stay smooth.
The longest stretch is on Davidson Highway for about 6.2 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 9.2 mi from Huntersville, NC · 14m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
9 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 18.5 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 9.2 miles from Huntersville, NC, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Concord, NC
The final approach into Concord, 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 Concord, 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
$2.96 one way
$5.92 round trip
$4.07/gal
25.4 MPG avg
7 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.43 | $3.23 | $6.45 |
| premium | $4.78 | $3.48 | $6.96 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $4.11 | $8.22 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$3
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$28–$53
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 6.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $2 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 5.6 | 0 | $1.94 | $0.89 |
| Efficient EV | 4.6 | 0 | $1.62 | $0.74 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 7.4 | 0 | $2.59 | $1.18 |
Gas CO2
6 kg
EV CO2
2 kg (67% 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
Concord, NC
Evening in Concord on Sunday
Local time
7:41 PM
EDT
Current temp
64°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
29m 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 Huntersville, NC to Concord, NC covers 18.5 miles and takes about 29m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Davidson Highway, Ramah Church Road, Church Street North. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 9.2 miles from Huntersville, NC. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $2.96 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 demanding drive. With 13 significant decision points across 18.5 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 0.7 miles (Ramah Church Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 4.5 miles (NC 73 / Sam Furr Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 14.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
On the drive from Huntersville, NC to Concord, NC, road signs begin pointing toward Downtown along the way.
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