How far is Kannapolis, NC from Asheville, NC?
The driving distance from Kannapolis, NC to Asheville, NC is about 144.5 miles (232.5 km), with a travel time of about 02h 20m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 108.9 miles (175.3 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 04h 41m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EDT.
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This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.
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Drive time stays fixed at 02h 20m.
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Halfway Point
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Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Kannapolis and Asheville.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Kannapolis and Asheville.
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Start on Cadillac Street
1401 ft · 1 min · Cadillac Street
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Turn right onto South Ridge Avenue
983 ft · 29 sec · South Ridge Avenue
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Turn left onto Dale Earnhardt Boulevard
1.1 mi · 2 min · Dale Earnhardt Boulevard
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Turn left onto West C Street
2.5 mi · 4 min · West C Street
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Turn right onto North Enochville Avenue
3.8 mi · 6 min · North Enochville Avenue
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At the end of the road, turn right onto Deal Road
1 km · 53 sec · Deal Road
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Continue on Deal Road
40 m · 3 sec · Deal Road
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Turn left
5.3 mi · 8 min
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At the end of the road, turn left onto Oakridge Farm Highway
1449 ft · 28 sec · Oakridge Farm Highway
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Continue on Oak Ridge Farm Highway
1.9 mi · 3 min · Oak Ridge Farm Highway
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Turn right onto Overhead Bridge Road
1.4 km · 1 min · Overhead Bridge Road
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Turn left onto Mazeppa Road
1.5 km · 2 min · Mazeppa Road
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Turn right onto Statesville Highway
1.5 km · 2 min · Statesville Highway
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Turn straight onto Charlotte Highway
4.2 mi · 7 min · Charlotte Highway
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Continue on South Main Street
3.6 mi · 7 min · South Main Street
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Turn left onto Old Mountain Road
7.4 mi · 13 min · Old Mountain Road
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Take the ramp left
1014 ft · 25 sec
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Merge slight left
90.6 mi · 1 hr 44 min
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Keep slight right to continue on Billy Graham Freeway
4.6 mi · 6 min · Billy Graham Freeway
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Take the exit slight right toward US 25
918 ft · 27 sec
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Turn right
14 m · 3 sec
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Kannapolis and Asheville.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
Old Mountain Road
Merge slight left
90.6 mi · 01h 44m
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 Kannapolis and Sunny near Asheville.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Kannapolis to Asheville?
The road trip is about 144.5 miles (232.5 km) and usually takes 02h 20m 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?
Connelly Springs is a useful midpoint, sitting about 64.6 miles from Kannapolis and 79.8 miles from Asheville.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 108.9 miles (175.3 km), while the road route adds roughly 35.6 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 1:48 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $20.20 one way or $40.40 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 45.3 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Kannapolis and Sunny near Asheville.
Stop Ideas Near Connelly Springs
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 Connelly Springs.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Kannapolis and Asheville. Straight-line distance: 108.91 mi (175.28 km).
#1 Kannapolis
The most populous city in Cabarrus County, North Carolina.
| Population | 52,007 |
| Coordinates | 35.4873600, -80.6217300 |
| Altitude | 244 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Asheville
The most populous city in Buncombe County, North Carolina.
| Population | 92,852 |
| Coordinates | 35.6009500, -82.5540200 |
| Altitude | 649 |
| Country | United States |
End: (-82.554029, 35.600953)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 233 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 04h 48m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 03h 36m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 53m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 24m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 03m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 48m |
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 | $20.20 | $40.40 |
| Mid-grade | $4.43 | $22.59 | $45.18 |
| Premium | $4.78 | $24.37 | $48.74 |
| Diesel | $5.62 | $28.68 | $57.36 |
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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