Concord, North Carolina to Kingsport: Road Trip Guide & Distance

135.8 miles 218.6 km · straight line
169.8 miles estimated 273.3 km · driving distance
3h 25min estimated drive time
$16 - $20 estimated fuel cost
~46min flight time
306° NW bearing direction

How far is Concord, North Carolina from Kingsport?

The distance from Concord, North Carolina to Kingsport is 135.8 miles (218.6 km) as the crow flies. Kingsport is located NW of Concord, North Carolina. By car, the driving distance is approximately 169.8 miles, taking about 3h 25min. A direct flight would take roughly 46min. Both are located in United States — Concord, North Carolina in North Carolina and Kingsport in Tennessee.

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 Kingsport. 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 Kingsport

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 3h 25min $16 - $20 Flexible stops
Fly ~46min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~4h 6min $14–$25* Budget
Train ~3h 15min $20–$59* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Concord, North Carolina & Kingsport

Quick Facts

Concord, North Carolina
35.41°N, 80.58°W
America/New_York
228m elevation
Kingsport
36.55°N, 82.56°W
America/New_York
369m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 45 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 11 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 183.3 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients