Concord, North Carolina to Pigeon Forge: Road Trip Guide & Distance

169.1 miles 272.1 km · straight line
211.3 miles estimated 340.1 km · driving distance
4h 15min estimated drive time
$20 - $25 estimated fuel cost
~50min flight time
280° W bearing direction

How far is Concord, North Carolina from Pigeon Forge?

The distance from Concord, North Carolina to Pigeon Forge is 169.1 miles (272.1 km) as the crow flies. Pigeon Forge is located W of Concord, North Carolina. By car, the driving distance is approximately 211.3 miles, taking about 4h 15min. A direct flight would take roughly 50min. Both are located in United States — Concord, North Carolina in North Carolina and Pigeon Forge 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 Pigeon Forge. 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 Pigeon Forge

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 4h 15min $20 - $25 Flexible stops
Fly ~50min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~5h 6min $17–$32* Budget
Train ~4h 2min $25–$74* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Concord, North Carolina & Pigeon Forge

Quick Facts

Concord, North Carolina
35.41°N, 80.58°W
America/New_York
228m elevation
Pigeon Forge
35.79°N, 83.55°W
America/New_York
317m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 56 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 14 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 147.3 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients