Origin
Newport, NC
Afternoon in Newport on Thursday
Local time
1:18 PM
EDT
Current temp
52°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Newport, NC to Concord, NC
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
4h 37m
Distance
262.3 mi
422 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$41
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
4h 24m
★
6 AM
4h 38m
8 AM
5h 5m
10 AM
4h 47m
12 PM
4h 45m
3 PM
4h 49m
5 PM
5h 3m
8 PM
4h 30m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Newport, NC
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Concord, NC
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Trip Overview
The drive from Newport, NC to Concord, NC covers 262.3 miles and takes about 4h 37m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on Chatham Street, West New Bern Road, West Vernon Avenue for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. At current regular gas prices, budget about $41.02 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
131.1 miles from Newport, NC
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 18m into the drive .
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 4h 37m. Total distance: 262.3 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
4h 37m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (0%). Straightforward navigation.
Scenic Drive
Turn-heavy local drive route profile.
Drive Character
Expect a 4h 37m drive with frequent turns across 262.3 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 31 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Chatham Street is one of the defining roads on this drive.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way.
Driving Effort
3/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 4h 37m drive. You will face about 0 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Newport, NC to Concord, NC is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Chatham Street | — | — |
| West New Bern Road | — | — |
| West Vernon Avenue | — | — |
| Goldsboro Bypass | — | — |
| Clayton Bypass Scenic Byway | — | — |
| I 40 East | — | — |
| NC 540 | — | — |
| Triangle Expressway | — | — |
Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.
Longest stretch:
Chatham Street
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Newport, NC and Concord, NC.
1
Start on West Railroad Boulevard
75 ft
·
11 sec
·
West Railroad Boulevard
2
Turn sharp left onto Chatham Street
3.0 mi
·
5 min
·
Chatham Street
3
Merge slight left
57 mi
·
1 hr 9 min
4
Keep slight right to continue on West New Bern Road
2.1 mi
·
3 min
·
West New Bern Road
5
Continue on West Vernon Avenue
1.6 mi
·
2 min
·
West Vernon Avenue
6
Continue straight
9.6 mi
·
11 min
7
Continue on Goldsboro Bypass
20 mi
·
21 min
·
Goldsboro Bypass
8
Continue straight
1.2 mi
·
1 min
9
Continue straight
10 mi
·
14 min
10
Continue straight
2.0 mi
·
2 min
11
Keep slight left
10 mi
·
12 min
12
Continue on Clayton Bypass Scenic Byway
9.4 mi
·
10 min
·
Clayton Bypass Scenic Byway
13
Take the exit slight left toward I 40 East, NC 540 Toll West: Wilmington
0.5 mi
·
44 sec
·
I 40 East, NC 540 Toll West: Wilmington
14
Keep slight right to continue on NC 540 Toll West
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
NC 540 Toll West
15
Merge slight left onto Triangle Expressway
21 mi
·
22 min
·
Triangle Expressway
16
Take the exit slight right toward US 64: Apex, Pittsboro
0.2 mi
·
27 sec
·
US 64: Apex, Pittsboro
17
Keep slight left
0.4 mi
·
46 sec
18
Keep slight right to continue on US 64 West: Pittsboro
0.2 mi
·
31 sec
·
US 64 West: Pittsboro
19
Merge slight left
51 mi
·
1 hr 10 min
20
Keep slight left to continue on Richard K. Pugh Highway
1.8 mi
·
2 min
·
Richard K. Pugh Highway
21
Continue on East Dixie Drive
3.5 mi
·
6 min
·
East Dixie Drive
22
Turn slight right
312 ft
·
11 sec
23
Turn slight right onto Brookway Road
315 ft
·
13 sec
·
Brookway Road
24
Turn sharp left onto Albemarle Road
0.3 mi
·
23 sec
·
Albemarle Road
25
Continue straight
9.9 mi
·
13 min
26
Continue straight
31 mi
·
39 min
27
Take the exit slight right
0.4 mi
·
1 min
28
Turn right
7.5 mi
·
11 min
29
Continue on Corban Avenue Southeast
0.2 mi
·
27 sec
·
Corban Avenue Southeast
30
Turn right onto Spring Street Southwest
0.1 mi
·
17 sec
·
Spring Street Southwest
31
Arrive at your destination
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 131.1 miles from Newport, NC, or about 2h 18m into the drive.
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 58 miles or 1h 1m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 131.1 miles or 2h 18m 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 47m
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 Newport, 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 Newport, NC
This is one driving day of about 262.3 miles and 4h 37m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 58 miles from Newport, 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.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 131.1 mi from Newport, NC · 2h 18m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
131 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 58 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 131.1 miles from Newport, 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
$41.02 one way
$82.04 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
92 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.34 | $44.85 | $89.70 |
| premium | $4.70 | $48.55 | $97.09 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $57.91 | $115.83 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$41
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$66–$91
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 91.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $28 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 78.7 | 0 | $27.54 | $12.59 |
| Efficient EV | 65.6 | 0 | $22.95 | $10.49 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 104.9 | 1 | $36.72 | $16.79 |
Gas CO2
92 kg
EV CO2
31 kg (66% 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
Concord, NC
Afternoon in Concord on Thursday
Local time
1:18 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
2 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
4h 37m 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 Newport, NC to Concord, NC covers 262.3 miles and takes about 4h 37m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Chatham Street, West New Bern Road, West Vernon Avenue. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 131.1 miles from Newport, NC. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $41.02 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 straightforward 4h 37m drive. You will face about 0 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Newport, NC to Concord, NC is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Newport, NC to Concord, NC does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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