What time does the Coca-Cola 600 start today? TV schedule, channel, live stream for 2025 NASCAR race at Charlotte

The Coca-Cola 600 at Charlotte Motor Speedway stands as one of NASCAR's ultimate endurance battles—a 600-mile race made up of 400 laps around the 1.5-mile quad-oval. As the sport's longest race, it's a true test of resilience, strategy, and adaptability.

Traditionally held over Memorial Day weekend, the race begins in the daylight and races deep into the night, forcing teams to adjust to dramatic shifts in temperature and track conditions as the sun sets and the lights come on.

Unique among Cup Series events, the Coca-Cola 600 is split into four 100-lap stages—offering a rare chance for drivers to rake in as many as 70 points if they manage a clean sweep. It's a format that rewards both pace and consistency.

Nicknamed "America's Home for Racing,” Charlotte Motor Speedway features 24 degrees of banking in the corners and 5 degrees on the straights, making for high-speed, edge-of-your-seat action at every turn.

This Sunday at 6 p.m. ET, the green flag drops on the 66th running of this iconic event. Over the years, the Coke 600 has grown into a crown jewel on the NASCAR calendar—its prestige now standing shoulder to shoulder with the likes of the Indianapolis 500.

With a stacked field of talented drivers and a race that shifts as the skies darken, the Coca-Cola 600 continues to embody the spirit of Memorial Day weekend—steeped in tradition, grit, and the relentless pursuit of glory.

The Sporting News has everything you need to know about Coca-Cola 600, including TV Channel, streaming options, radio station and starting grid.

What time does the NASCAR race start today?

• Track: Charlotte Motor Speedway (1.5-mile road course) in Concord, North Carolina
• Date: Sunday, May 25
• Time: 6:00 p.m. ET or 3:00 p.m. PT
• Length: 400 laps, 600 miles | Stages: 100 laps, 200 laps, 300 laps, 400 laps.

The Coca-Cola 600 race is scheduled to start at 6:00 p.m. ET on Sunday, May 25. The race will be held at Charlotte Motor Speedway in Concord, North Carolina.

What channel is NASCAR on today?

• Live stream: Amazon Prime

The Coca-Cola 600 is not available for live TV broadcast in the United States. Streaming options are available on Amazon Prime.

NASCAR radio station for Coca-Cola 600

• Radio channel: SiriusXM channel 90

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NASCAR point standings 2025

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Coca-Cola 600 starting lineup 2025

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