Concord, North Carolina to Gainesville, Georgia: Road Trip Guide & Distance

199.2 miles 320.6 km · straight line
249 miles estimated 400.8 km · driving distance
5h 1min estimated drive time
$24 - $29 estimated fuel cost
~54min flight time
248° WSW bearing direction

How far is Concord, North Carolina from Gainesville, Georgia?

The distance from Concord, North Carolina to Gainesville, Georgia is 199.2 miles (320.6 km) as the crow flies. Gainesville, Georgia is located WSW of Concord, North Carolina. By car, the driving distance is approximately 249 miles, taking about 5h 1min. A direct flight would take roughly 54min. Both are located in United States — Concord, North Carolina in North Carolina and Gainesville, Georgia in Georgia.

For a drive of this length, it's recommended to plan at least one quick rest stop to stretch your legs and grab a coffee. Since you'll be heading mostly West, pack a good pair of sunglasses if you plan to drive during the late afternoon to avoid the harsh sun glare. Given the short distance, driving or taking a train is often faster and more convenient than dealing with airport security and flight boarding times.

Coordinates come from public place data for Concord, North Carolina and Gainesville, Georgia. The driving distance is estimated from straight-line distance with a road-factor model, so confirm the route in your navigation app. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.

How to Get from Concord, North Carolina to Gainesville, Georgia

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 5h 1min $24 - $29 Flexible stops
Fly ~54min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~6h 1min $20–$37* Budget
Train ~4h 46min $30–$87* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Concord, North Carolina & Gainesville, Georgia

Quick Facts

Concord, North Carolina
35.41°N, 80.58°W
America/New_York
228m elevation
Gainesville, Georgia
34.30°N, 83.82°W
America/New_York
381m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 66 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 17 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 125 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients