How far is Concord, NC from Madison, NC?
The driving distance from Concord, NC to Madison, NC is about 87.6 miles (141 km), with a travel time of about 01h 53m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 75.9 miles (122.2 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 03h 46m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EDT.
Reverse, save, or send this route
This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination. Copy the route link, send it to another device, or print a clean version before you head out.
This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.
Flight Distance
Driving Distance
Gas Cost Calculator
Leave and Arrive Planner
Pick a departure time to see your estimated arrival and same-day return window.
Drive time stays fixed at 01h 53m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
You are leaving earlier than the recommended window, which gives you extra margin for breaks and traffic.
Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
Census designated place
Route Weather Snapshot
Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Concord and Madison.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Concord and Madison.
-
1
Start on Spring Street Southwest
125 m · 18 sec · Spring Street Southwest
-
2
Turn right onto Cabarrus Avenue West
995 ft · 37 sec · Cabarrus Avenue West
-
3
Turn left onto Church Street Northeast
2.2 mi · 5 min · Church Street Northeast
-
4
Merge slight left onto Concord Parkway North
3113 ft · 1 min · Concord Parkway North
-
5
Take the exit slight right toward I 85 North, US 601 North: Greensboro
25.3 mi · 29 min
-
6
Continue straight
3.8 mi · 4 min
-
7
Keep slight right to continue on I 285 North, US 52 North: Lexington, Winston-Salem
4.1 mi · 4 min
-
8
Keep slight left to continue on I 285 North, US 52 North: Winston-Salem
21.4 mi · 25 min
-
9
Take the exit slight right toward US 158 East, US 421 South: Salem Parkway, Kernersville
1033 ft · 25 sec
-
10
Merge slight left onto Salem Parkway
1.9 mi · 3 min · Salem Parkway
-
11
Keep slight right to continue on US 158 East: Walkertown, Reidsville
15.9 mi · 23 min
-
12
Continue on Belews Creek Road
1.5 km · 2 min · Belews Creek Road
-
13
At the end of the road, turn left onto State Highway 68
3.5 mi · 5 min · State Highway 68
-
14
Continue straight
2003 ft · 31 sec
-
15
Keep slight right
1208 ft · 18 sec
-
16
Keep slight right
5.5 mi · 8 min
-
17
Take the exit slight right
680 ft · 23 sec
-
18
Turn right
126 m · 12 sec
-
19
Turn straight
1.4 mi · 2 min
-
20
Turn right onto South Market Street
7 m · 1 sec · South Market Street
-
21
Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · South Market Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Concord and Madison.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
I 85 North
Take the exit slight right toward I 85 North, US 601 North: Greensboro
25.3 mi · 00h 29m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A comfortable day-trip route
This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.
Sunny leaving Concord and Sunny near Madison.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Concord to Madison?
The road trip is about 87.6 miles (141 km) and usually takes 01h 53m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Welcome is a useful midpoint, sitting about 43.9 miles from Concord and 43.8 miles from Madison.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 75.9 miles (122.2 km), while the road route adds roughly 11.7 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 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 2:44 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $12.24 one way or $24.48 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 27.5 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Concord and Sunny near Madison.
Stop Ideas Near Welcome
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Welcome.
Lexington
Winston-Salem State Univ, Winston-Salem, North Car
Winston-Salem, North Carolina
High Point
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Concord and Madison. Straight-line distance: 75.93 mi (122.19 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 Madison
Town located in Rockingham County, North Carolina, USA
| Population | 2,108 |
| Coordinates | 36.3854200, -79.9594900 |
| Altitude | 183 |
| Country | United States |
End: Madison (-79.95949, 36.38542)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 141 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 02h 55m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02h 11m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 45m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 27m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 15m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 05m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.96 | $12.24 | $24.48 |
| Mid-grade | $4.43 | $13.69 | $27.37 |
| Premium | $4.78 | $14.76 | $29.53 |
| Diesel | $5.62 | $17.38 | $34.76 |
Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.
Prices in North Carolina · Apr 23, 2026
Distance to Other Cities
Planning a road trip? See the full trip guide on Trip.ovh — stops, fuel costs, weather, and departure timing.