Traveling from Concord to Boiling Spring Lakes covers 204.2 miles across the North Carolina Southeast region. Expect to spend about 4 hours and 16 minutes behind the wheel, making this a manageable single-day trip. You will primarily utilize a combination of the Andrew Jackson Highway, American Indian Highway, and NC 742 to reach your destination. Budgeting approximately $33 for fuel will cover your transit costs comfortably. Since the entire journey stays within North Carolina, the transition between regions is seamless and straightforward. This route is ideal for those who prefer a direct drive without the need for an overnight stay.
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
102.1 miles from Concord, NC
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 2h 13m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
Andrew Jackson Highway
85.8 mi
1h 43m
American Indian Highway
33.6 mi
36m
NC 742
22.3 mi
30m
G R Kindley Freeway
14.9 mi
16m
Warren C. Coleman Boulevard
9.6 mi
11m
NC 24
8.6 mi
13m
NC 87
8.1 mi
11m
John Jay Burney Jr Freeway
4.8 mi
5m
Longest stretch:
Andrew Jackson Highway
— 85.8 mi, about 1h 43m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Concord, NC and Boiling Spring Lakes, NC.
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Start on Spring Street Southwest
0.1 mi·21 sec·Spring Street Southwest
2
Turn left onto Corban Avenue Southwest
0.2 mi·24 sec·Corban Avenue Southwest
3
Continue on NC 73
0.6 mi·1 min·Corban Avenue Southeast
Use the right lane.
4
Turn right onto NC 3
2.3 mi·3 min·Branchview Drive Southeast
5
Continue on NC 3
0.6 mi·51 sec·Union Street South
6
Turn slight left onto US 601; NC 73 Truck
9.6 mi·11 min·Warren C. Coleman Boulevard
7
Turn left onto NC 24; NC 27
8.6 mi·13 min·NC 24; NC 27
Use the straight lane.
8
Turn right onto NC 205
4.3 mi·7 min·NC 205
9
Continue on NC 742
22 mi·30 min·NC 742
10
Turn right onto US 52; NC 742
0.3 mi·39 sec·US 52; NC 742
11
Turn left onto US 52; US 74; NC 742
0.4 mi·26 sec·W. Cliff Martin Highway
12
Continue on US 52; US 74; NC 742
0.7 mi·1 min·Salisbury Street
13
Continue on US 52; US 74; NC 742
2.4 mi·4 min·West Caswell Street
14
Continue on US 74
10 mi·13 min·Andrew Jackson Highway
Use the straight lane.
15
Keep slight left at fork onto US 74
1.1 mi·1 min·Andrew Jackson Highway
Toward US 74 East: Lumberton
16
Continue on US 74
15 mi·16 min·G R Kindley Freeway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
17
Continue on US 74
9.7 mi·11 min·Andrew Jackson Highway
18
Keep slight right at fork onto US 74
10 mi·10 min·Andrew Jackson Highway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
19
Continue on US 74
34 mi·36 min·American Indian Highway
20
Continue on US 74; NC 130
55 mi·1 hr 6 min·Andrew Jackson Highway
Use the straight lane.
21
Take the exit
0.4 mi·51 sec
22
Merge onto I 140
4.8 mi·5 min·John Jay Burney Jr Freeway
23
Keep slight right at fork
0.4 mi·49 sec
Toward US 17: Shallotte, Myrtle BeachUse the slight right lane.
24
Merge onto US 17
3.9 mi·5 min·Ocean Highway East
Use the straight lane.
25
Take the exit onto NC 87
8.1 mi·11 min·NC 87
26
Arrive at destination
NC 87
Trip Plan
To make the most of your 4-hour and 16-minute excursion, plan for at least one dedicated stop to stretch your legs and refresh. Since the route is relatively compact, you have the flexibility to depart whenever fits your schedule best, though mid-morning starts are often optimal for avoiding peak congestion. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge as you navigate the transition from the Andrew Jackson Highway to the remaining segments of the trip. Given that the drive is a single-day commitment, prioritize a comfortable pace rather than rushing the 204.2-mile distance. A helpful tip is to time your single stop around the midpoint of the journey to ensure you remain alert for the final leg of your arrival in Boiling Spring Lakes.
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 102.1 miles from Concord, NC, or about 2h 13m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 85.8 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 45 miles or 1h 3m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 102.1 miles or 2h 13m 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 29m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Boiling Spring Lakes, NC than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Concord, 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 Concord, NC
This is one driving day of about 204.2 miles and 4h 16m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 45 miles from Concord, 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 Andrew Jackson Highway for about 85.8 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 14
5 decision points cluster between mile 0.1 and 191.8 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
0.1 mi into trip|~0m in|Corban Avenue Southwest
Turn left onto Corban Avenue Southwest
Navigation decision point
6
13.3 mi into trip|~17m in|NC 24; NC 27
Turn left onto NC 24; NC 27
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
5
62.6 mi into trip|~1h 29m in|US 74 / Andrew Jackson Highway
Keep slight left at fork onto US 74 / Andrew Jackson Highway toward US 74 East: Lumberton
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Toward US 74 East: Lumberton
6
88.2 mi into trip|~1h 58m in|US 74 / Andrew Jackson Highway
Keep slight right at fork onto US 74 / Andrew Jackson Highway
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
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191.8 mi into trip|~3h 58m in
Keep slight right at fork toward US 17: Shallotte, Myrtle Beach
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Toward US 17: Shallotte, Myrtle Beach
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$31.93 one way
$63.86 round trip
$3.97/gal25.4 MPG avg71 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.34
$34.91
$69.83
premium
$4.70
$37.79
$75.59
diesel
$5.61
$45.08
$90.17
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$32
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$57–$82
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 71.4 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
EV Charging Along Route
18 DC fast chargers
· Coverage: excellent
Concord, NC Rechargery Relay - Branchview Dr NE
Concord, NC
IONNA
16 DCFC
La Patrona Bar & Grill - Tesla Supercharger
Lumberton, NC
Tesla
16 DCFC
Richmond Plaza - Tesla Supercharger
Rockingham, NC
Tesla
12 DCFC
Laurinburg, NC - Tesla Supercharger
Laurinburg, NC
Tesla
12 DCFC
Smithfield's Chicken 'N Bar-B-Q
Whiteville, NC
Tesla
12 DCFC
Smithfield's Chicken 'N Bar-B-Q - Tesla Supercharger
Station data from NREL Alternative Fuel Stations database.
Driving Electric?
About $21 in charging
· 0 stops
· 66% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
61.3
0
$21.44
$9.80
Efficient EV
51.1
0
$17.87
$8.17
EV Truck/SUV
81.7
1
$28.59
$13.07
Gas CO2
71 kg
EV CO2
24 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.
Forecast as of Apr 14, 2026
Origin
Concord, NC
Late night
in Concord on Sunday
Local time
12:25 AM
EDT
Current temp
59°F
Mostly Clear
SW 3 mph0% chanceLive forecast
Beach Hazards Statement
Beach Hazards Statement issued April 14 at 3:50AM EDT until April 14 at 8:00PM EDT by NWS Newport/Morehead City NC
Special Weather Statement
Special Weather Statement issued April 14 at 3:25AM EDT by NWS Raleigh NC
Destination
Boiling Spring Lakes, NC
Late night
in Boiling Spring Lakes on Sunday
Local time
12:25 AM
EDT
Current temp
48°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
57°F
Rockingham, NC
102 mi in
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
11 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 16m 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.
National Parks Near This Route
Worth a detour if your schedule allows.
Moores Creek National Battlefield
National Battlefield
In the early morning hours of February 27, 1776, Loyalist forces charged across a partially dismantled Moores Creek Bridge. Beyond the bridge, nearly 1,000 North Carolina Patriots waited quietly with...
12 mi from route
~30 min detour
Free
near mile 183
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
This trip offers a mixed driving profile, balancing efficient highway travel with more localized road segments. With a highway share of 31%, you will experience a shift between higher-speed transit and slower, more deliberate stretches. The longest uninterrupted portion of your journey spans 85.8 miles along the Andrew Jackson Highway, providing a consistent rhythm to your drive. As you transition between the primary roads, anticipate varying road conditions that require your full attention. The drive feels like a functional cross-state journey, moving you steadily from the Piedmont area toward the coast.
31% highway, the rest on surface roads — varied driving throughout.
26 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 85.8 mi on Andrew Jackson Highway.
How Hard Is This Drive?
8/10
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 0.1 miles in near Corban Avenue Southwest.
Driving Effort8/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 14 significant decision points across 204.2 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 0.1 miles (Corban Avenue Southwest): Navigation decision point; at 13.3 miles (NC 24; NC 27): Lane positioning matters here; at 62.6 miles (US 74 / Andrew Jackson Highway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully.
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 Concord, NC to Boiling Spring Lakes, NC, road signs begin pointing toward Myrtle Beach along the way.
Myrtle Beach
191.8 mi in|~3h 58m
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 4h 16m. Total distance: 204.2 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
4h 16m drive, comfortable solo distance.
Scenic Drive
Mixed highway & surface route profile with national parks nearby.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 85.8 miles on Andrew Jackson Highway. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
We did not find dedicated rest areas on this route. For a drive this long, plan bathroom and stretch breaks around gas stations, fast-food stops, or small-town downtowns — check the Nearby Places section for options.
It helps. This route has a higher-than-average number of complex decision points, which get harder in the dark. If the last hour of the trip is on surface roads or mountain grades, aim to arrive at Boiling Spring Lakes, NC before sunset when you can. Check the Trip Plan for departure windows that land you in daylight.
Only with planning. This is a long drive for kids — consider splitting it into two days rather than pushing through. Plan at least 1 meaningful breaks. Dedicated rest areas are limited, so plan gas or food stops as your bathroom breaks.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (Corban Avenue Southwest): Navigation decision point; at 13.3 miles (NC 24; NC 27): Lane positioning matters here; at 62.6 miles (US 74 / Andrew Jackson Highway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully.
Possible but tiring. At 4.3 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 8.5 hours — manageable with a long break at Boiling Spring Lakes, NC, but most travelers stay overnight.
