How far is Concord, NC from Albemarle, NC?
The driving distance from Concord, NC to Albemarle, NC is about 23.3 miles (37.5 km), with a travel time of about 00h 37m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 21.9 miles (35.2 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 14m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM EDT.
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Town in North Carolina, United States
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Driving Route Map
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Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Concord and Albemarle.
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Start on Spring Street Southwest
539 ft · 22 sec · Spring Street Southwest
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Turn left onto Corban Avenue Southwest
875 ft · 25 sec · Corban Avenue Southwest
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Continue on Corban Avenue Southeast
3.9 mi · 7 min · Corban Avenue Southeast
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Continue straight
6 mi · 10 min
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Continue straight
12.6 mi · 18 min
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Turn left onto West Main Street
2714 ft · 1 min · West Main Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · West Main Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Concord and Albemarle.
Turn-heavy local drive
The route has frequent decision points for its length, so lane choice and turn timing will matter more than cruising speed.
Corban Avenue Southeast
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12.6 mi · 00h 18m
Route Summary
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A short regional drive
This route is short enough to handle as a quick errand, commute, or easy same-day return without much planning overhead.
Sunny leaving Concord and Sunny near Albemarle.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Concord to Albemarle?
The road trip is about 23.3 miles (37.5 km) and usually takes 00h 37m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route is short enough to handle as a quick errand, commute, or easy same-day return without much planning overhead.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Mount Pleasant is a useful midpoint, sitting about 11.6 miles from Concord and 11.7 miles from Albemarle.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 21.9 miles (35.2 km), while the road route adds roughly 1.4 extra miles because roads do not follow the straight air line.
When is the best time to leave for this route?
A good departure window is usually 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM EDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 7:16 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $3.25 one way or $6.50 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 7.3 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Concord and Sunny near Albemarle.
Stop Ideas Near Mount Pleasant
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Transit and Meeting Points
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Concord and Albemarle. Straight-line distance: 21.87 mi (35.2 km).
#1 Concord
The most populous city in Cabarrus County, North Carolina.
| Population | 98,500 |
| Coordinates | 35.4088800, -80.5815800 |
| Altitude | 228 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Albemarle
City in Stanly County, North Carolina, United States
| Population | 16,003 |
| Coordinates | 35.3501400, -80.2000600 |
| Altitude | 145 |
| Country | United States |
End: Albemarle (-80.20006, 35.35014)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 37 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 00h 46m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 34m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 27m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 23m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 19m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 17m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.96 | $3.25 | $6.50 |
| Mid-grade | $4.43 | $3.63 | $7.26 |
| Premium | $4.78 | $3.92 | $7.84 |
| Diesel | $5.62 | $4.61 | $9.22 |
Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.
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