Introduction
Where to eat
When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Renting a car

Concord travel guide

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You're Going to Love Concord

With a population of 79,066, Concord is a must-see destination in North Carolina, United States. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. Concord deserves at least 2 full days for you to see its main sights.

Where to Eat in Concord

If you’re looking for affordable options, The Speedway Club (5555 Concord Pkwy S) and Havana Carolina Restaurant and Bar (11 Union St S Ste 108) are great picks.

When to visit Concord

Concord in August
Estimated hotel price
$117
1 night at 3-star hotel
Concord in August
Estimated hotel price
$117
1 night at 3-star hotel

Looking for warm weather? Then head to Concord in July, when the average temperature is 78.8 °F, and the highest can go up to 89.6 °F. The coldest month, on the other hand, is January, when it can get as cold as 30.2 °F, with an average temperature of 41 °F. You’re likely to see more rain in July, when precipitation is around 5.1″. In contrast, November is usually the driest month of the year in Concord, with an average rainfall of 3″.

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How to Get to Concord

Plane

When flying to Concord, you’ll arrive at Concord Regional (USA), which is located 7 miles from the city center. The shortest domestic flight to Concord departs from Orlando and takes around 1h 44m.

Train

Amtrak is the only carrier operating train routes to Concord. The train journey from Concord to Cary takes 2h 54m and costs around $30 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Atlanta, expect to pay about $60 for a 5h 37m trip.

Car

Another option to get to Concord is to pick up a car rental from Charlotte, which is about 19 miles from Concord. You’ll find branches of Economy Rent a Car and NU Car, among others, in Charlotte.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Concord, including Greyhound, FlixBus and Wanda Coach. From Raleigh, the bus ride to Concord takes 180 miles and will cost you around $150. From Chamblee, the ticket costs about $70 for a journey of 240 miles. Concord’s bus station is located 8 miles from the city center.

Plane

When flying to Concord, you’ll arrive at Concord Regional (USA), which is located 7 miles from the city center. The shortest domestic flight to Concord departs from Orlando and takes around 1h 44m.

Train

Amtrak is the only carrier operating train routes to Concord. The train journey from Concord to Cary takes 2h 54m and costs around $30 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Atlanta, expect to pay about $60 for a 5h 37m trip.

Car

Another option to get to Concord is to pick up a car rental from Charlotte, which is about 19 miles from Concord. You’ll find branches of Economy Rent a Car and NU Car, among others, in Charlotte.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Concord, including Greyhound, FlixBus and Wanda Coach. From Raleigh, the bus ride to Concord takes 180 miles and will cost you around $150. From Chamblee, the ticket costs about $70 for a journey of 240 miles. Concord’s bus station is located 8 miles from the city center.

Airports near Concord

GSOGreensboro/H. Point
GSPGreenville
CLTCharlotte Douglas

Airlines serving Concord

KLM
Good (1,430 reviews)
Lufthansa
Good (7,628 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,007 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,575 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,812 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,092 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,681 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,051 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,442 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,506 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,525 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,332 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (879 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,095 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,606 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,336 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (11,450 reviews)
Ethiopian Air
Good (908 reviews)
Malaysia Airlines
Good (282 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (375 reviews)
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Where to stay in Concord

If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Uptown Suites Extended Stay Charlotte Nc - Concord and Concord Suites by IHG.

Where to stay in popular areas of Concord

Most booked hotels in Concord

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Holiday Inn Express & Suites Concord By IHG
2 stars
Excellent (8.6, 328 reviews)
$87+
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Great Wolf Lodge Concord
3 stars
Excellent (8.5, 303 reviews)
$160+
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Wingate by Wyndham Charlotte Speedway/Concord
3 stars
Excellent (8.3, 1919 reviews)
$72+
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Embassy Suites by Hilton Charlotte Concord Golf Resort & Spa
3 stars
Excellent (8.1, 1101 reviews)
$138+
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Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Concord, NC
3 stars
Good (7.7, 1562 reviews)
$71+
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Sleep Inn & Suites at Concord Mills
2 stars
Good (7.5, 1055 reviews)
$67+
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Renting a car in Concord

Renting a car in Concord costs $44 per day, on average, or $88 if you want to rent if for 2 days. Enterprise Rent-A-Car, Budget and Avis are the agencies with the best reviews in the city. The most popular location to rent a car in Concord is the Hertz branch at 640 Concord Parkway North, which is 2 miles from the city center.

It’s generally cheaper to rent your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 21% cheaper than airport locations in Concord.

Expect to pay $3.33 per gallon in Concord (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $39.97 and $53.30. Compact (Toyota Corolla or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Concord, while also 60% cheaper than other types, on average.

Renting a car in Concord costs $44 per day, on average, or $88 if you want to rent if for 2 days. Enterprise Rent-A-Car, Budget and Avis are the agencies with the best reviews in the city. The most popular location to rent a car in Concord is the Hertz branch at 640 Concord Parkway North, which is 2 miles from the city center.

It’s generally cheaper to rent your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 21% cheaper than airport locations in Concord.

Expect to pay $3.33 per gallon in Concord (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $39.97 and $53.30. Compact (Toyota Corolla or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Concord, while also 60% cheaper than other types, on average.

Best car rental deals in Concord

Economy

2 Adults, 2 Bags

$29/day

Economy

Intermediate

5 Adults, 3 Bags

$32/day

Intermediate
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