Origin
Denton, NC
Late night in Denton on Sunday
Local time
3:29 AM
EDT
Current temp
47°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Denton, NC to Concord, NC
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
53m
Distance
37.3 mi
60 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$6
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 49m
★
6 AM
0h 53m
8 AM
1h 2m
10 AM
0h 56m
12 PM
0h 55m
3 PM
0h 57m
5 PM
1h 1m
8 PM
0h 50m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Denton, NC
Mark Stebnicki
Concord, NC
Wikimedia Commons
Trip Overview
This straightforward 37.3-mile drive from Denton to Concord, North Carolina, is easily managed in about 53 minutes, making it a perfect day trip. Primarily utilizing NC 49 and NC 73, this route offers a highway-focused experience with an 82% highway share. With an estimated fuel cost of around $6, it's an economical option for a quick journey. You'll spend the majority of your time on NC 49, covering a significant 23.1 miles without interruption. This route is ideal for a single day, allowing for flexibility in your schedule without the need for an overnight stay.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| NC 49 | 23.1 mi | 29m |
| NC 73 | 7.5 mi | 11m |
| Glenn Street | 5.4 mi | 8m |
| West Salisbury Street | 0.4 mi | 1m |
| Corban Avenue Southeast | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| Spring Street Southwest | 0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
NC 49
— 23.1 mi, about 29m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Denton, NC and Concord, NC.
1
Start on NC 47
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
West Salisbury Street
2
Turn right onto NC 47; NC 109
5.4 mi
·
8 min
·
Glenn Street
3
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
27 sec
4
Merge onto NC 49
23 mi
·
29 min
·
NC 49
5
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
1 min
6
Turn right onto NC 73
7.5 mi
·
11 min
·
NC 73
7
Continue on Corban Avenue Southeast
0.2 mi
·
26 sec
·
Corban Avenue Southeast
8
Turn right onto Spring Street Southwest
0.1 mi
·
16 sec
·
Spring Street Southwest
9
Arrive at destination
Spring Street Southwest
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
19 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 37 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 18.6 miles from Denton, 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 65 decision points cluster between mile 0.4 and 37.2 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
4
0.4 mi into trip
|
~1m in
|
NC 47; NC 109 / Glenn Street
Turn right onto NC 47; NC 109 / Glenn Street
Navigation decision point
3
5.8 mi into trip
|
~9m in
Take the ramp
Navigation decision point
3
6 mi into trip
|
~9m in
|
NC 49
Merge onto NC 49
Merge point - match speed before joining
3
29.1 mi into trip
|
~39m in
Take the exit
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
5
37.2 mi into trip
|
~52m in
|
Spring Street Southwest
Turn right onto Spring Street Southwest
Navigation decision point
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$5.83 one way
$11.67 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
13 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.34 | $6.38 | $12.76 |
| premium | $4.70 | $6.90 | $13.81 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $8.24 | $16.47 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$6
Estimated CO2 emission: 13.1 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $4 in charging · 0 stops · 69% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 11.2 | 0 | $3.92 | $1.79 |
| Efficient EV | 9.3 | 0 | $3.26 | $1.49 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 14.9 | 0 | $5.22 | $2.39 |
Gas CO2
13 kg
EV CO2
4 kg (69% 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
Late night in Concord on Sunday
Local time
3:29 AM
EDT
Current temp
50°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
49°F
Mount Pleasant, NC
19 mi in
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
53m 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?
Expect a driving experience that leans heavily on highway conditions, with 82% of the 37.3 miles on higher-speed roads. The longest uninterrupted stretch is a substantial 23.1 miles on NC 49, meaning you'll encounter fewer turns and more consistent travel for a significant portion of the journey. While largely highway-focused, the route incorporates NC 73 and Glenn Street, which may offer brief variations in scenery or speed before returning to the primary highway feel. This profile suggests a drive characterized by efficient travel rather than winding backroads.
82% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
9 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 23.1 mi on NC 49.
How Hard Is This Drive?
2/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on NC 49 and NC 73. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes around 0.4 miles in near NC 47; NC 109 / Glenn Street.
Driving Effort
2/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Denton, NC to Concord, NC is easy. At 53m with 82% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.4 miles (NC 47; NC 109 / Glenn Street): Navigation decision point; at 5.8 miles: Navigation decision point; at 6 miles (NC 49): Merge point - match speed before joining.
About the Cities
Arriving 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 53m. Total distance: 37.3 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
53m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (82%). Straightforward navigation.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 23.1 miles on NC 49. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
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 0.4 miles (NC 47; NC 109 / Glenn Street): Navigation decision point; at 5.8 miles: Navigation decision point; at 6 miles (NC 49): Merge point - match speed before joining.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Concord, 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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