How far is Franklin, NC from Concord, NC?
The driving distance from Franklin, NC to Concord, NC is about 26.2 miles (42.2 km), with a travel time of about 00h 34m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 22.1 miles (35.5 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 09m 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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This is a short drive, so your comfort window is wide. Traffic and current weather matter more than the clock.
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Halfway Point
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Town in Rowan County, North Carolina, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Franklin and Concord.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Franklin and Concord.
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Start on the route
1.4 km · 2 min
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Turn right onto Jake Alexander Boulevard North
6 mi · 10 min · Jake Alexander Boulevard North
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Take the exit right toward I 85 South, US 601 South: Charlotte
16.3 mi · 18 min
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Take the exit slight right toward US 29, US 601 South: Kannapolis, Concord Downtown
944 ft · 23 sec
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Keep slight left to continue on US 29 South, US 601 South: Concord Downtown
1.4 km · 1 min
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Turn straight onto Church Street North
2.2 mi · 5 min · Church Street North
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Turn right onto Cabarrus Avenue West
995 ft · 40 sec · Cabarrus Avenue West
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Turn left onto Spring Street Southwest
125 m · 11 sec · Spring Street Southwest
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Spring Street Southwest
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Franklin and Concord.
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.
I 85 South
Take the exit right toward I 85 South, US 601 South: Charlotte
16.3 mi · 00h 18m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
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.
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms leaving Franklin and Chance Rain Showers near Concord.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Franklin to Concord?
The road trip is about 26.2 miles (42.2 km) and usually takes 00h 34m 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?
China Grove is a useful midpoint, sitting about 13.4 miles from Franklin and 12.9 miles from Concord.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 22.1 miles (35.5 km), while the road route adds roughly 4.1 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 7:20 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $3.64 one way or $7.29 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 8.2 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Chance Showers And Thunderstorms around Franklin and Chance Rain Showers near Concord.
Stop Ideas Near China Grove
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 China Grove.
Kannapolis
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Lexington
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Franklin and Concord. Straight-line distance: 22.08 mi (35.53 km).
#1 Franklin
Town in North Carolina, United States
| Population | 3,619 |
| Coordinates | 35.7212500, -80.4989500 |
| Altitude | 240 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Concord
The most populous city in Cabarrus County, North Carolina.
| Population | 98,500 |
| Coordinates | 35.4088800, -80.5815800 |
| Altitude | 228 |
| Country | United States |
End: Spring Street Southwest (-80.581621, 35.408832)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 42 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 00h 52m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 39m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 31m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 26m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 22m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 19m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
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| Regular gas | $3.96 | $3.64 | $7.29 |
| Mid-grade | $4.43 | $4.07 | $8.15 |
| Premium | $4.78 | $4.40 | $8.79 |
| Diesel | $5.62 | $5.17 | $10.35 |
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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