This 82.5-mile drive from Pinebluff, NC to Concord, NC is a straightforward journey that can easily be completed in a single day. Expect the trip to take around 2 hours and 2 minutes, with a fuel cost estimated at $13. The route primarily utilizes Concord Road and NC 211 Highway, with a portion of the Troy Bypass also included. With only a 26% highway share, this trip offers a more local driving experience. It's a good option for a day trip, 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
41.2 miles from Pinebluff, NC
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 1h into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
Concord Road
22.5 mi
34m
NC 211 Highway
18.3 mi
27m
Troy Bypass
13.4 mi
18m
West South Street
6.8 mi
11m
Candor-Troy Road
5.8 mi
7m
Albemarle Road
5.7 mi
7m
North Walnut Street
3 mi
3m
Troy Candor Road
2.6 mi
3m
Longest stretch:
Concord Road
— 22.5 mi, about 34m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Pinebluff, NC and Concord, NC.
1
Start on US 1
3.0 mi·3 min·North Walnut Street
Use the straight / right lanes.
2
Turn left onto NC 5
6.8 mi·11 min·West South Street
3
Turn left onto NC 211
18 mi·27 min·NC 211 Highway
4
Continue on Pack House Road
0.4 mi·39 sec·Pack House Road
5
Turn slight left onto US 220 ALT
0.2 mi·18 sec·US 220 ALT
6
Turn left onto Candor-Troy Road
5.8 mi·7 min·Candor-Troy Road
7
Continue on Troy Candor Road
2.6 mi·3 min·Troy Candor Road
8
Take the ramp
0.1 mi·19 sec
Toward NC 24 West, NC 27 West
9
Merge onto NC 24; NC 27
13 mi·18 min·Troy Bypass
10
Continue on NC-24; NC-27; NC-73
5.4 mi·6 min·Albemarle Road
Use the straight / right lanes.
11
Enter roundabout onto NC-24; NC-27; NC-73
114 ft·1 sec·Albemarle Road
12
Continue on NC-24; NC-27; NC-73
0.3 mi·36 sec·Albemarle Road
13
Turn left onto NC 24; NC 27; NC 73
2.1 mi·3 min·NC 24; NC 27; NC 73
14
Turn right onto US 52; NC 73
0.9 mi·1 min·US 52; NC 73
15
Turn left onto NC 73
0.2 mi·33 sec·West Main Street
16
Turn right onto NC 73
22 mi·34 min·Concord Road
17
Continue on Corban Avenue Southeast
0.2 mi·26 sec·Corban Avenue Southeast
18
Turn right onto Spring Street Southwest
0.1 mi·16 sec·Spring Street Southwest
19
Arrive at destination
Spring Street Southwest
Trip Plan
Given the 2-hour duration and estimated $13 fuel cost, this drive is perfectly suited for a single-day excursion. You won't need to worry about splitting the journey, and the shorter distance allows for flexibility in your departure time. Consider leaving in the morning to maximize your daylight hours and avoid potential afternoon traffic. While there are no designated stops mentioned in the data, be aware of the 'turn-heavy' nature of the drive and plan for potential brief pauses if needed. The longest stretch is 22.5 miles on Concord Road, so keep an eye on your fuel gauge as you approach that point.
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 41.2 miles from Pinebluff, NC, or about 1h into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 22.5 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 18 miles or 26m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 41.2 miles or 1h 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 42m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Concord, NC than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Pinebluff, 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 Pinebluff, NC
This is one driving day of about 82.5 miles and 2h 2m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 18 miles from Pinebluff, NC.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on Concord Road for about 22.5 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 8
5 decision points cluster between mile 3 and 82.4 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
3
3 mi into trip|~3m in|NC 5 / West South Street
Turn left onto NC 5 / West South Street
Navigation decision point
5
37.2 mi into trip|~54m in
Take the ramp toward NC 24 West, NC 27 West
Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward NC 24 West, NC 27 West
4
56.1 mi into trip|~1h 20m in|NC-24; NC-27; NC-73 / Albemarle Road
Enter roundabout onto NC-24; NC-27; NC-73 / Albemarle Road
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
4
59.5 mi into trip|~1h 26m in|NC 73 / West Main Street
Turn left onto NC 73 / West Main Street
Navigation decision point
5
82.4 mi into trip|~2h 1m in|Spring Street Southwest
Turn right onto Spring Street Southwest
Navigation decision point
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$12.90 one way
$25.80 round trip
$3.97/gal25.4 MPG avg29 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.34
$14.11
$28.21
premium
$4.70
$15.27
$30.54
diesel
$5.61
$18.21
$36.43
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$13
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$38–$63
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 28.9 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $9 in charging
· 0 stops
· 66% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
24.8
0
$8.66
$3.96
Efficient EV
20.6
0
$7.22
$3.30
EV Truck/SUV
33
0
$11.55
$5.28
Gas CO2
29 kg
EV CO2
10 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 17, 2026
Origin
Pinebluff, NC
Afternoon
in Pinebluff on Tuesday
Local time
12:58 PM
EDT
Current temp
56°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Concord, NC
Afternoon
in Concord on Tuesday
Local time
12:58 PM
EDT
Current temp
61°F
Mostly Clear
SW 2 mph0% chanceLive forecast
58°F
Mount Gilead, NC
41 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
5 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
2h 2m 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 presents a decidedly turn-heavy local drive, meaning you'll be navigating through various local roads and highways rather than a continuous interstate. With only 26% of the drive on highways, you can anticipate frequent changes in speed and direction. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 22.5 miles along Concord Road, offering a brief period of consistent travel before more turns appear. This profile suggests a more engaging driving experience that requires your attention.
Only 26% highway — the rest is turn-by-turn surface driving.
19 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 22.5 mi on Concord Road.
How Hard Is This Drive?
3/10
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 3 miles in near NC 5 / West South Street.
Driving Effort3/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 2h 2m drive. You will face about 8 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 3 miles (NC 5 / West South Street): Navigation decision point; at 37.2 miles: Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 56.1 miles (NC-24; NC-27; NC-73 / Albemarle Road): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering.
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.
The longest stretch is about 22.5 miles on Concord Road. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Yes, with realistic expectations. Build in a stop roughly every 2 hours, have snacks and activities ready, and check the Nearby Places tabs for kid-friendly stops along the way.
The main spots that need attention: at 3 miles (NC 5 / West South Street): Navigation decision point; at 37.2 miles: Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 56.1 miles (NC-24; NC-27; NC-73 / Albemarle Road): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Concord, NC before heading back.
