Origin
Concord, NC
Morning in Concord on Tuesday
Local time
11:19 AM
EDT
Current temp
78°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Concord, NC to Marvin, NC
Pin this tripCompiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 21, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
57m
Distance
42.4 mi
68 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$7
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 53m
★
6 AM
0h 57m
8 AM
1h 7m
10 AM
1h 1m
12 PM
1h 0m
3 PM
1h 1m
5 PM
1h 6m
8 PM
0h 55m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Concord, NC
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Marvin, NC
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Trip Overview
Concord, NC to Marvin, NC is 42.4 miles and takes about 57 minutes via Governor James G Martin Freeway, with a fuel budget near $7 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This trip stays within North Carolina, connecting two points in the Southeast region. It's a relatively short drive, making it ideal for a single-day excursion. Expect a practical, highway-focused experience for the majority of the journey, with minimal disruption to your day.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Governor James G Martin Freeway | 24.8 mi | 26m |
| Concord Parkway South | 6.7 mi | 10m |
| Providence Road | 3.5 mi | 5m |
| Cabarrus Avenue West | 1.9 mi | 3m |
| Rea Road | 1.8 mi | 3m |
| Marvin School Road | 1.6 mi | 4m |
| North Tryon Street | 1.2 mi | 1m |
| New Town Road | 0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Governor James G Martin Freeway
— 24.8 mi, about 26m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Concord, NC and Marvin, NC.
1
Start on Spring Street Southwest
409 ft
·
20 sec
·
Spring Street Southwest
2
Turn left onto Cabarrus Avenue West
0.9 mi
·
2 min
·
Cabarrus Avenue West
Use the left lane.
3
Enter roundabout onto Cabarrus Avenue West
84 ft
·
1 sec
·
Cabarrus Avenue West
4
Continue on Cabarrus Avenue West
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
Cabarrus Avenue West
Use the straight / right lanes.
5
Turn left onto US 29
6.7 mi
·
10 min
·
Concord Parkway South
Use the left / straight / right lanes.
6
Continue on US 29
1.2 mi
·
1 min
·
North Tryon Street
Use the straight / right lanes.
7
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
36 sec
Toward I 485 Inner South
8
Merge onto I 485
19 mi
·
20 min
·
Governor James G Martin Freeway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Keep slight right at fork onto I 485
6.1 mi
·
6 min
·
Governor James G Martin Freeway
10
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
40 sec
Exit 57
Toward NC 16: Providence Road, Weddington
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
11
Turn left onto NC 16
3.5 mi
·
5 min
·
Providence Road
Use the left / straight lanes.
12
Turn right onto Rea Road
1.8 mi
·
3 min
·
Rea Road
Use the right lane.
13
Turn left onto Marvin School Road
1.6 mi
·
4 min
·
Marvin School Road
14
Enter roundabout onto New Town Road
38 ft
·
0 sec
·
New Town Road
15
Continue on New Town Road
0.1 mi
·
11 sec
·
New Town Road
16
Enter roundabout
16 ft
·
0 sec
17
Arrive at destination
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
21 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 42 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 21.2 miles from Concord, NC, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 135 decision points cluster between mile 0.1 and 42.4 — 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
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Cabarrus Avenue West
Turn left onto Cabarrus Avenue West
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
5
10.2 mi into trip
|
~16m in
|
I 485 / Governor James G Martin Freeway
Merge onto I 485 / Governor James G Martin Freeway
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
35 mi into trip
|
~43m in
Take the exit toward NC 16: Providence Road, Weddington
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 57
Toward NC 16: Providence Road, Weddington
5
38.8 mi into trip
|
~49m in
|
Rea Road
Turn right onto Rea Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
5
42.4 mi into trip
|
~57m in
Enter roundabout
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$6.63 one way
$13.26 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
15 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.34 | $7.25 | $14.50 |
| premium | $4.70 | $7.85 | $15.69 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $9.36 | $18.72 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$7
Estimated CO2 emission: 14.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $4 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 12.7 | 0 | $4.45 | $2.04 |
| Efficient EV | 10.6 | 0 | $3.71 | $1.70 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 17 | 0 | $5.94 | $2.71 |
Gas CO2
15 kg
EV CO2
5 kg (67% 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
Marvin, NC
Morning in Marvin on Tuesday
Local time
11:19 AM
EDT
Current temp
79°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
1 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
57m 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.
What kind of drive is this?
This route is predominantly highway-focused, with 74% of the drive utilizing major roadways. You'll experience a long, uninterrupted stretch of 24.8 miles on the Governor James G Martin Freeway, offering a consistent pace. The primary roads include the Governor James G Martin Freeway, Concord Parkway South, and Providence Road, indicating a transition from freeway to potentially more local arterial roads as you approach your destination. The drive offers a straightforward, efficient passage.
74% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
17 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 24.8 mi on Governor James G Martin Freeway.
How Hard Is This Drive?
6/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Governor James G Martin Freeway and Concord Parkway South. You will hit about 13 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 0.1 miles in near Cabarrus Avenue West.
Driving Effort
6/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 42.4 miles you will encounter 13 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 10.2 miles (I 485 / Governor James G Martin Freeway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 35 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
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 Marvin, NC, road signs begin pointing toward Weddington along the way.
Weddington
35 mi in
|
~43m
About the Cities
Starting in Concord, NC
Full guide →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.
City content from Wikivoyage (CC BY-SA 4.0) and Wikidata (CC0).
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 57m. Total distance: 42.4 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
57m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (74%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 24.8 miles on Governor James G Martin Freeway. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
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 Marvin, 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 10.2 miles (I 485 / Governor James G Martin Freeway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 35 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. 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 Marvin, NC before heading back.
How this page is built
Compiled by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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