Concord, NC to Green Level, NC is 97.9 miles and takes about 1 hour 59 minutes via I 85, US 601, and I 40, with a fuel budget near $15 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This highway-focused drive stays within North Carolina, connecting two points in the Southeast region. It's a straightforward trip, ideal if you're looking for a quick journey with minimal fuss. Given its short duration, this route is perfectly suited for a same-day excursion, allowing you to reach your destination without needing an overnight stay.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
49 miles from Concord, NC
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 57m into the drive
.
Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
I 85
36.6 mi
39m
US 601
25.3 mi
28m
I 40
19.2 mi
22m
US 29
5.9 mi
6m
Church Street Northeast
2.2 mi
4m
Harden Street
1.9 mi
3m
Roxboro Street
1.4 mi
2m
East Elm Street
1.3 mi
2m
Longest stretch:
I 85
— 36.6 mi, about 39m
Traffic on I-85
Hour-of-day weekday pattern from 6 FHWA count stations on your route.
Peak
5 PM
~4,238 veh/hr typical
· worst 4,933
Quietest
2 AM
~417 veh/hr
Peak-to-quiet ratio
10.2×
busier at peak than in the quiet hours
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Averaged across 52 weeks of 2023 FHWA Travel Monitoring Analysis System data. Weekday hours only (Mon–Fri).
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Concord, NC and Green Level, NC.
1
Start on Spring Street Southwest
409 ft·17 sec·Spring Street Southwest
2
Turn right onto Cabarrus Avenue West
0.2 mi·37 sec·Cabarrus Avenue West
Use the straight / right lanes.
3
Turn left onto NC 73
2.2 mi·4 min·Church Street Northeast
Use the left lane.
4
Merge onto US 29; US 601
0.6 mi·1 min·Concord Parkway North
Use the left / straight lanes.
5
Take the exit onto US 601
25 mi·28 min·US 601
Toward I 85 North, US 601 North: GreensboroUse the straight / slight right lanes.
6
Continue on I 85; US 29; US 52; US 70
3.8 mi·4 min·I 85; US 29; US 52; US 70
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
Keep slight left at fork onto I 85
33 mi·35 min·I 85
Toward I 85 North: Greensboro, High PointUse the straight / slight right lanes.
8
Keep slight right at fork onto US 29
5.9 mi·6 min·US 29
Toward US 29, US 70Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Keep slight left at fork onto I 40
19 mi·22 min·I 40
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10
Take the exit
0.3 mi·43 sec
Exit 145Toward NC 49: Downtown Burlington, LibertyUse the straight / slight right lanes.
11
Turn left onto NC 49
0.4 mi·45 sec·Maple Avenue
Use the straight lane.
12
Turn right onto NC 49; NC 54
1.9 mi·3 min·Harden Street
Use the straight / right lanes.
13
Enter roundabout onto NC 49
177 ft·3 sec·East Elm Street
14
Continue on NC 49
1.3 mi·2 min·East Elm Street
15
Continue on NC 49
0.5 mi·58 sec·Graham Road
16
At end of road, turn right onto NC 49
0.9 mi·1 min·West Main Street
17
Continue on NC 49
1.4 mi·2 min·Roxboro Street
18
Continue on NC 49
0.7 mi·1 min·North NC 49
19
Turn right onto Greenway Street
0.2 mi·55 sec·Greenway Street
20
At end of road, turn left onto Pinebrook Drive
351 ft·16 sec·Pinebrook Drive
21
Turn right onto Hilldale Street
0.1 mi·32 sec·Hilldale Street
22
Turn right onto Evergreen Avenue
180 ft·8 sec·Evergreen Avenue
23
Arrive at destination
Evergreen Avenue
Trip Plan
With a drive time under two hours, this trip offers plenty of flexibility. You can comfortably depart anytime and still arrive with ample daylight remaining. The longest continuous stretch on I 85 is 36.6 miles, so plan your fuel stops accordingly, perhaps before you get onto that longer segment. Since the total drive is a manageable 97.9 miles and estimated to cost around $15 in fuel, there's no need to break it up. Consider leaving a bit earlier in the morning to avoid potential afternoon traffic as you get closer to your destination.
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 49 miles from Concord, NC, or about 57m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 36.6 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 22 miles or 28m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 49 miles or 57m 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 32m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Green Level, 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.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Concord, NC
This is one driving day of about 97.9 miles and 1h 59m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 22 miles from Concord, NC.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on I 85 for about 36.6 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 16
5 decision points cluster between mile 0.1 and 90 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
7
0.1 mi into trip|~0m in|Cabarrus Avenue West
Turn right onto Cabarrus Avenue West
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
7
3 mi into trip|~6m in|US 601
Take the exit onto US 601 toward I 85 North, US 601 North: Greensboro
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward I 85 North, US 601 North: Greensboro
8
32.1 mi into trip|~39m in|I 85
Keep slight left at fork onto I 85 toward I 85 North: Greensboro, High Point
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward I 85 North: Greensboro, High Point
8
64.9 mi into trip|~1h 14m in|US 29
Keep slight right at fork onto US 29 toward US 29, US 70
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward US 29, US 70
8
90 mi into trip|~1h 43m in
Take the exit toward NC 49: Downtown Burlington, Liberty
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 145
Toward NC 49: Downtown Burlington, Liberty
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$15.57 one way
$31.14 round trip
$4.04/gal25.4 MPG avg34 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.41
$16.98
$33.96
premium
$4.78
$18.42
$36.84
diesel
$5.35
$20.62
$41.24
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$16
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$41–$66
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 34.3 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-06-01.
Driving Electric?
About $10 in charging
· 0 stops
· 68% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
29.4
0
$10.28
$4.70
Efficient EV
24.5
0
$8.57
$3.92
EV Truck/SUV
39.2
0
$13.71
$6.27
Gas CO2
34 kg
EV CO2
11 kg (68% 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 May 29, 2026
Origin
Concord, NC
Afternoon
in Concord on Wednesday
Local time
4:31 PM
EDT
Current temp
84°F
Partly Sunny
SSE 2 mph0% chanceLive forecast
Flood Watch
Flood Watch issued May 29 at 1:59PM EDT until May 30 at 2:00PM EDT by NWS Morristown TN
Destination
Green Level, NC
Afternoon
in Green Level on Wednesday
Local time
4:31 PM
EDT
Current temp
84°F
Sunny
SW 5 mph0% chanceLive forecast
Flood Watch
Flood Watch issued May 29 at 1:59PM EDT until May 30 at 2:00PM EDT by NWS Morristown TN
63°F
Jamestown, NC
49 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
Very similar conditions
Both ends of the route are sitting at about the same temperature right now.
Road read
1h 59m on the road
The weather snapshot is not static. If you are leaving later, give both cities one more quick forecast check before departure.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
This route is predominantly a highway-focused drive, with 90% of the journey taking place on major roadways. You'll spend a significant portion of your time on I 85, including a stretch of 36.6 miles without needing to exit. The character of the drive is largely consistent, emphasizing efficient travel over winding backroads. Expect a steady pace as you navigate primarily on interstates and well-maintained US highways, making for a predictable and relatively smooth experience behind the wheel.
90% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
23 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 36.6 mi on I 85.
How Hard Is This Drive?
8/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 85 and US 601. 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 Cabarrus Avenue West.
Driving Effort8/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 97.9 miles you will encounter 16 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (Cabarrus Avenue West): Lane positioning matters here; at 3 miles (US 601): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 32.1 miles (I 85): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Elevation Profile
Mostly flat terrain
857 ft608 ft
Total Climb
257 ft
Total Descent
323 ft
Highest Point
857 ft
~49 mi in
Elevation Range
249 ft
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Concord, NC and Green Level, NC, road signs point toward High Point and Liberty.
Concord is a city in North Carolina and fast-growing bedroom community of the major city of Charlotte. In 2020, the population was around 107,000, making it the second largest city of the Charlotte Metro.
Top landmarks
•Barber–Scotia College — historically black college in Concord, North Carolina
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 59m. Total distance: 97.9 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 59m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (90%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 36.6 miles on I 85. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Yes — we found about 17 rest areas or service plazas within a short detour of the route (from OpenStreetMap). See the Rest Stops tab under Nearby Places for locations and mile markers. Plan to stretch, use the bathroom, and top off fluids every 2–3 hours on longer drives.
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 Green Level, NC before sunset when you can. Check the Trip Plan for departure windows that land you in daylight.
Yes. At under 2 hours behind the wheel, this works well for families — plan one quick stop if you have younger kids.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (Cabarrus Avenue West): Lane positioning matters here; at 3 miles (US 601): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 32.1 miles (I 85): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Green Level, NC before heading back.
