Origin
Wilkesboro, NC
Evening in Wilkesboro on Tuesday
Local time
8:58 PM
EDT
Current temp
61°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Wilkesboro, NC to Concord, NC
Data updated 3 hours ago
Drive Time
1h 50m
Distance
82.3 mi
132 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$13
one way
EV Charging
None
0 DC fast
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 42m
★
6 AM
1h 50m
8 AM
2h 6m
10 AM
1h 56m
12 PM
1h 54m
3 PM
1h 57m
5 PM
2h 6m
8 PM
1h 45m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Wilkesboro, NC
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Concord, NC
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Trip Overview
The drive from Wilkesboro, NC to Concord, NC covers 82.3 miles and takes about 1h 50m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on I 77, US 421, Landis Highway for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 31.5 miles on I 77. At current regular gas prices, budget about $12.87 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
0 planned breaks
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
41.2 miles from Wilkesboro, NC
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 48m into the drive .
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Drive Character
This is a 1h 50m highway drive covering 82.3 miles, with most of the trip on I 77 and US 421. The longest continuous stretch is about 31.5 miles on I 77.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 24 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
I 77 is the longest continuous segment at about 31.5 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 77 and US 421. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 21 miles in.
Route Complexity
7/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
This is a demanding drive. With 19 significant decision points across 82.3 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 21 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 21.5 miles (I 77): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 53 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 19 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
21 mi into trip
|
~25m in
Take the exit toward I 77 South: Statesville, Charlotte
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward I 77 South: Statesville, Charlotte
5
21.5 mi into trip
|
~26m in
|
I 77
Merge onto I 77
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
8
53 mi into trip
|
~1h 1m in
Take the exit toward US 21, NC 115: Troutman
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the right lane.
Exit 42
Toward US 21, NC 115: Troutman
6
82 mi into trip
|
~1h 49m in
|
Cabarrus Avenue West
Turn right onto Cabarrus Avenue West
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
7
82.2 mi into trip
|
~1h 50m in
|
Spring Street Southwest
Turn left onto Spring Street Southwest
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
On the drive from Wilkesboro, NC to Concord, NC, road signs begin pointing toward Charlotte along the way.
Charlotte
21 mi in
|
~25m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 77 | 31.5 mi | 35m |
| US 421 | 19.9 mi | 23m |
| Landis Highway | 5.3 mi | 7m |
| Charlotte Highway | 4.2 mi | 6m |
| North Enochville Avenue | 3.8 mi | 5m |
| West C Street | 2.5 mi | 4m |
| Dale Earnhardt Boulevard | 2.5 mi | 4m |
| Church Street North | 2.2 mi | 4m |
Longest stretch:
I 77
— 31.5 mi, about 35m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Wilkesboro, NC and Concord, NC.
1
Start on NC 18; NC 268
190 ft
·
10 sec
·
West Main Street
2
Turn left onto NC 18
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
South Cherry Street
3
Turn left
0.3 mi
·
35 sec
4
Merge onto US 421
20 mi
·
23 min
·
US 421
5
Take the exit
0.5 mi
·
1 min
Toward I 77 South: Statesville, Charlotte
6
Merge onto I 77
32 mi
·
35 min
·
I 77
Use the straight lane.
7
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
28 sec
Exit 42
Toward US 21, NC 115: Troutman
Use the right lane.
8
Turn right onto US 21; NC 115
4.2 mi
·
6 min
·
Charlotte Highway
Use the left / straight lanes.
9
Continue on NC 115
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
Statesville Highway
10
Turn left onto Mazeppa Road
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
Mazeppa Road
Use the left lane.
11
Turn right onto Overhead Bridge Road
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
Overhead Bridge Road
12
Turn left onto NC 150
1.9 mi
·
3 min
·
Oak Ridge Farm Highway
13
Continue on NC 150; NC 152
0.3 mi
·
30 sec
·
Oakridge Farm Highway
14
Turn right onto NC 152
5.3 mi
·
7 min
·
Landis Highway
15
Turn right onto Deal Road
0.7 mi
·
57 sec
·
Deal Road
16
Turn left onto North Enochville Avenue
3.8 mi
·
5 min
·
North Enochville Avenue
17
Turn left onto West C Street
2.5 mi
·
4 min
·
West C Street
18
Turn right onto Dale Earnhardt Boulevard
2.5 mi
·
4 min
·
Dale Earnhardt Boulevard
Use the straight / right lanes.
19
Turn right onto US 29
2.1 mi
·
3 min
·
South Cannon Boulevard
Use the straight / right lanes.
20
Continue on US 29; US 601
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
Concord Parkway North
Use the straight / left lanes.
21
Turn straight onto Church Street North
2.2 mi
·
4 min
·
Church Street North
Use the straight / left lanes.
22
Turn right onto Cabarrus Avenue West
0.2 mi
·
39 sec
·
Cabarrus Avenue West
Use the straight / right lanes.
23
Turn left onto Spring Street Southwest
409 ft
·
11 sec
·
Spring Street Southwest
Use the left lane.
24
Arrive at destination
Spring Street Southwest
Trip Plan
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 41.2 miles from Wilkesboro, NC, or about 48m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 31.5 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 1h 45m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 41.2 miles or 48m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 1h 28m
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 Wilkesboro, 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 Wilkesboro, NC
This is one driving day of about 82.3 miles and 1h 50m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Wilkesboro, 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 I 77 for about 31.5 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 41.2 mi from Wilkesboro, NC · 48m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
41 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 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 41.2 miles from Wilkesboro, 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
$12.87 one way
$25.74 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
29 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.34 | $14.07 | $28.14 |
| premium | $4.70 | $15.23 | $30.46 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $18.17 | $36.34 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$13
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$38–$63
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 28.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $9 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 24.7 | 0 | $8.64 | $3.95 |
| Efficient EV | 20.6 | 0 | $7.20 | $3.29 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 32.9 | 0 | $11.52 | $5.27 |
Gas CO2
29 kg
EV CO2
10 kg (66% 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 Tuesday
Local time
8:58 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
3 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
1h 50m 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 Wilkesboro, NC to Concord, NC covers 82.3 miles and takes about 1h 50m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 77, US 421, Landis Highway. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 41.2 miles from Wilkesboro, NC. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $12.87 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 19 significant decision points across 82.3 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 21 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 21.5 miles (I 77): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 53 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
On the drive from Wilkesboro, NC to Concord, NC, road signs begin pointing toward Charlotte along the way.
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