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

112.2 miles 180.5 km · straight line
121 miles actual route 194.8 km · driving distance
2h 52min estimated drive time
$12 - $14 estimated fuel cost
~44min flight time · usually no direct flights
76° ENE bearing direction

How far is Concord, North Carolina from Raleigh?

The distance from Concord, North Carolina to Raleigh is 112.2 miles (180.5 km) as the crow flies. Raleigh is located ENE of Concord, North Carolina. By car, the driving distance is approximately 121 miles, taking about 2h 52min. A direct flight would take roughly 44min. 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. 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 Raleigh. The driving distance uses an OSRM road-route result when route data is available. 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 Raleigh

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 2h 52min $12 - $14 Flexible stops
Bus ~3h 26min $10–$18* Budget
Train ~2h 43min $15–$42* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Concord, North Carolina & Raleigh

Quick Facts

Concord, North Carolina
35.41°N, 80.58°W
America/New_York
228m elevation
Raleigh
35.78°N, 78.64°W
America/New_York
96m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 37 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 9 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 222 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM