Drive Time
3h 16m
Distance
183.1 mi
Route Type
Turn-heavy local drive
Same-day tripSame Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$29
one way
The drive from Shallotte, NC to Concord, NC covers 183.1 miles and takes about 3h 16m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on Main Street, Whiteville Road Northwest, New Britton Highway East for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. At current regular gas prices, budget about $28.55 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.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
91.6 miles from Shallotte, NC
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 38m into the drive .
Expect a 3h 16m drive with frequent turns across 183.1 miles of local and secondary roads.
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Main Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Whiteville Road Northwest | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| New Britton Highway East | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Vinson Boulevard | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| East Love Mill Road | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| South J K Powell Boulevard | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| South Powell Boulevard | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Jk Powell Boulevard | Unavailable | Refreshing |
Per-road distance and duration are being refreshed from OSRM for this route.
Step-by-step road directions between Shallotte, NC and Concord, NC.
Start on Mulberry Street
Turn right onto Main Street
Turn right onto Whiteville Road Northwest
Continue on New Britton Highway East
Continue on Vinson Boulevard
Continue on East Love Mill Road
Turn right onto South J K Powell Boulevard
Continue on South Powell Boulevard
Continue on Jk Powell Boulevard
Continue on Powell Boulevard
Take the ramp slight right
Merge slight left onto Andrew Jackson Highway
Continue on American Indian Highway
Continue on Andrew Jackson Highway
Keep slight left to continue on G R Kindley Freeway
Keep slight right to continue on Andrew Jackson Highway
Continue on East Caswell Street
Continue on Salisbury Street
Continue on W. Cliff Martin Highway
Turn right
Continue straight
Continue straight
Turn left
Turn right
Take the exit straight toward Union Street South
Continue on Branchview Drive Southeast
Turn left onto Corban Avenue Southeast
Continue on Corban Avenue Southeast
Turn right onto Spring Street Southwest
Arrive at your destination
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.
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 1h 25m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 91.6 miles or 1h 38m 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 40m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Concord, NC than in the middle of the route.
Open the route before leaving Shallotte, 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 Shallotte, NC
This is one driving day of about 183.1 miles and 3h 16m.
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 91.6 mi from Shallotte, NC · 1h 38m into the drive
Late stop town
Meal stop
92 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.
A short stop after about 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 91.6 miles from Shallotte, NC, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
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.
Regular Gas
$28.55 one way
$57.11 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.43 | $31.93 | $63.85 |
| premium | $4.78 | $34.44 | $68.89 |
| diesel | $5.62 | $40.54 | $81.08 |
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$29
Meals (1 day)
$25–$50
Total
$54–$79
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 64.1 kg one way.
Travel Intel
Current conditions at both ends of the drive. If you're planning ahead, check the forecast closer to your travel date.
Origin
Late night in Shallotte on Saturday
Local time
4:39 AM
EDT
Current temp
63°F
Forecast unavailable right now
Destination
Late night in Concord on Saturday
Local time
4:39 AM
EDT
Current temp
64°F
Forecast unavailable right now
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
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
Use the two city cards together: check the sky where you start, then compare it with the local time and temperature at arrival.
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