Concord, NC to Manteo, NC is 309.8 miles and takes about 6h 34m via US 64, with a fuel budget near $51 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This drive stays within North Carolina, moving from the Southeast region to the Southeast region. It's a route that primarily utilizes highway driving, making it a straightforward option for a single-day trip. You'll find it to be a practical choice if you're looking to cover ground efficiently with minimal navigational complexity.
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
154.9 miles from Concord, NC
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 3h 25m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
US 64
130.3 mi
2h 34m
NC 49
41.1 mi
54m
United States Highway 64 East
40.5 mi
49m
Jordan Road
24.3 mi
35m
US 64 ALT
20.2 mi
28m
I 87
20 mi
21m
Richard K. Pugh Highway
7.1 mi
10m
Dan K Moore Freeway
4.6 mi
5m
Longest stretch:
US 64
— 130.3 mi, about 2h 34m
Traffic on I-40
Hour-of-day weekday pattern from 4 FHWA count stations on your route.
Peak
5 PM
~5,646 veh/hr typical
Quietest
2 AM
~369 veh/hr
Peak-to-quiet ratio
15.3×
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 Manteo, NC.
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Start on Spring Street Southwest
0.1 mi·21 sec·Spring Street Southwest
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Turn left onto Corban Avenue Southwest
0.2 mi·24 sec·Corban Avenue Southwest
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Continue on NC 73
3.9 mi·6 min·Corban Avenue Southeast
Use the right lane.
4
Continue on NC 73
3.8 mi·5 min·NC 73
Use the straight / right lanes.
5
Take the ramp
0.2 mi·35 sec
6
Merge onto NC 49
41 mi·53 min·NC 49
Use the straight lane.
7
Continue on NC 49
0.2 mi·38 sec·NC 49
8
Continue on US 64 BUS; NC 49
3.5 mi·6 min·West Dixie Drive
Use the straight / right lanes.
9
Continue on US 64 BUS; NC 49
7.1 mi·10 min·Richard K. Pugh Highway
Use the straight / right lanes.
10
Continue on US 64; NC 49
24 mi·35 min·Jordan Road
Use the straight / right lanes.
11
Keep slight left at fork onto US 64
27 mi·35 min·US 64
Use the straight lane.
12
Take the exit onto US 64
0.5 mi·1 min·US 64
Exit 404BToward US 1 North, US 64 East: Raleigh
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Merge onto US 1; US 64
3.1 mi·3 min·Claude E. Pope Memorial Highway
14
Take the exit onto US 64
0.6 mi·1 min·US 64
Exit 1AToward I 40 East, US 64 East: Benson, Rocky MountUse the slight right lane.
15
Merge onto I 40; US 64
4.6 mi·5 min·Dan K Moore Freeway
16
Continue on I 40; US 64
3.2 mi·3 min·Thomas Bradshaw Freeway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
17
Keep slight left at fork onto I 87; I 440; US 64
2.8 mi·3 min·I 87; I 440; US 64
Toward I 87 North, I 440 East, US 64 East: Rocky Mount
18
Keep slight right at fork onto I 87; US 64
17 mi·18 min·I 87; US 64
Toward I 87 North, US 64 East, US 264 East: Rocky Mount, Wilson, GreenvilleUse the slight right lane.
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Keep slight left at fork onto US 64
80 mi·1 hr 26 min·US 64
20
Turn right onto US 64 ALT
20 mi·28 min·US 64 ALT
Use the straight lane.
21
Continue on US 64; NC 32
1.0 mi·1 min·United States Highway 64 East
22
Continue on US 64; NC 32
2.3 mi·3 min·U.S. Highway 64 East
23
Continue on US 64
40 mi·47 min·United States Highway 64 East
Use the straight lane.
24
Keep slight right at fork onto US 64
23 mi·30 min·US 64
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Turn left onto US 64
1.5 mi·3 min·S US Highway 64
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Arrive at destination
US 64
Trip Plan
Given the 6h 34m estimated drive time and 309.8 miles, leaving Concord, NC in the morning should allow you to reach Manteo, NC before evening. With only one recommended stop and a mostly highway profile, you can comfortably complete this in a single day. Keep an eye on your fuel, especially during the 130.3-mile stretch on US 64, as services might be less frequent. Planning your fuel stops strategically before hitting that longer segment will prevent any unnecessary delays.
Morning Departure
Start early — leave by 6-7 AM to arrive at a reasonable hour.
Evening Departure
This is a long drive — plan for a morning departure or consider splitting it into two days.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 154.9 miles from Concord, NC, or about 3h 25m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 130.3 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 68 miles or 1h 36m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 154.9 miles or 3h 25m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 5h 22m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Manteo, 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 309.8 miles and 6h 34m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 68 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 US 64 for about 130.3 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 15
5 decision points cluster between mile 84.1 and 125.8 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
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84.1 mi into trip|~2h in|US 64
Keep slight left at fork onto US 64
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
6
111 mi into trip|~2h 35m in|US 64
Take the exit onto US 64 toward US 1 North, US 64 East: Raleigh
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 404B
Toward US 1 North, US 64 East: Raleigh
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114.6 mi into trip|~2h 40m in|US 64
Take the exit onto US 64 toward I 40 East, US 64 East: Benson, Rocky Mount
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 1A
Toward I 40 East, US 64 East: Benson, Rocky Mou...
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123 mi into trip|~2h 50m in|I 87; I 440; US 64
Keep slight left at fork onto I 87; I 440; US 64 toward I 87 North, I 440 East, US 64 East: Rocky Mount
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward I 87 North, I 440 East, US 64 East: Rock...
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125.8 mi into trip|~2h 53m in|I 87; US 64
Keep slight right at fork onto I 87; US 64 toward I 87 North, US 64 East, US 264 East: Rocky Mount, Wilson, Greenville
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Toward I 87 North, US 64 East, US 264 East: Roc...
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$49.28 one way
$98.55 round trip
$4.04/gal25.4 MPG avg108 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.41
$53.73
$107.45
premium
$4.78
$58.29
$116.58
diesel
$5.35
$65.25
$130.51
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$49
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$74–$99
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 108.4 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-06-01.
Driving Electric?
About $33 in charging
· 1 stop
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
92.9
1
$32.53
$14.87
Efficient EV
77.5
0
$27.11
$12.39
EV Truck/SUV
123.9
1
$43.37
$19.83
Gas CO2
108 kg
EV CO2
36 kg (67% less)
Plan for 1 charging stop. A 30-minute DC fast charge mid-route should be enough to complete the trip comfortably.
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 Jun 1, 2026
Origin
Concord, NC
Afternoon
in Concord on Wednesday
Local time
2:58 PM
EDT
Current temp
62°F
Mostly Cloudy
SW 1 mph9% chanceLive forecast
Destination
Manteo, NC
Afternoon
in Manteo on Wednesday
Local time
2:58 PM
EDT
Current temp
65°F
Mostly Cloudy
SW 10 mph4% chanceLive 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
6h 34m on the road
Start early — leave by 6-7 AM to arrive at a reasonable hour.
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.
Wright Brothers National Memorial
National Memorial
Wind, sand, and a dream of flight brought Wilbur and Orville Wright to Kitty Hawk, North Carolina where, after four years of scientific experimentation, they achieved the first successful airplane fli...
7 mi from route
~19 min detour
$10
near mile 309.8
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
This trip is predominantly highway driving, with 86% of the route on high-speed roads. You'll experience a long stretch of 130.3 miles on US 64, which means extended periods of consistent cruising. The transition to surface roads will occur after this significant highway segment, introducing more local traffic and potentially more frequent intersections as you approach your destination.
86% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
26 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 130.3 mi on US 64.
How Hard Is This Drive?
8/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US 64 and NC 49. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 84.1 miles in near US 64.
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 15 significant decision points across 309.8 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 84.1 miles (US 64): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 111 miles (US 64): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 114.6 miles (US 64): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Elevation Profile
Mostly flat terrain
684 ft0 ft
Total Climb
7 ft
Total Descent
684 ft
Highest Point
684 ft
Elevation Range
684 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 Manteo, NC, road signs point toward Rocky Mount, Wilson and Greenville.
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
Manteo is a town in the Outer Banks of North Carolina. Much of the fun in visiting Manteo, as with most of the Outer Banks, is visiting during the summer. Some of Manteo's staples run all year round, such as the Christmas Shop, but some of the attractions are seasonal, such as the Lost Colony performances. Manteo also provides some nice shopping and dining opportunities for those who are in other areas of the Outer Banks, such as neighboring Nags Head.
Doable as a same-day drive at 6h 34m. Total distance: 309.8 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
6h 34m drive, plan rest stops for pacing.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 130.3 miles on US 64. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Yes — we found about 2 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 Manteo, 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. There are 2 rest areas along the route for bathroom stops.
The main spots that need attention: at 84.1 miles (US 64): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 111 miles (US 64): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 114.6 miles (US 64): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Yes — Wright Brothers National Memorial. See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.
Not recommended in a single day. At 6.6 hours each way, a round trip means 13.1 hours of driving — that is an unsafe level of fatigue for most drivers. Plan at least one night at Manteo, NC before the return drive.
