Concord, North Carolina to Outer Banks: Road Trip Guide & Distance

287.9 miles 463.4 km · straight line
360 miles estimated 579.3 km · driving distance
7h 14min estimated drive time
$35 - $43 estimated fuel cost
~1h 5min flight time
86° E bearing direction

How far is Concord, North Carolina from Outer Banks?

The distance from Concord, North Carolina to Outer Banks is 287.9 miles (463.4 km) as the crow flies. Outer Banks is located E of Concord, North Carolina. By car, the driving distance is approximately 360 miles, taking about 7h 14min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 5min. Both are located in United States.

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. Heading East means you'll be driving into the sunrise if you start early. Keep your windshield clean for the best visibility.

Coordinates come from public place data for Concord, North Carolina and Outer Banks. 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 Outer Banks

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 7h 14min $35 - $43 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 5min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~8h 41min $29–$54* Budget
Train ~6h 52min $43–$126* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Concord, North Carolina & Outer Banks

Quick Facts

Concord, North Carolina
35.41°N, 80.58°W
America/New_York
228m elevation
Outer Banks
35.56°N, 75.47°W
America/New_York
2m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 96 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 24 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 86.5 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients