Origin
Elizabethtown, NC
Late night in Elizabethtown on Friday
Local time
4:22 AM
EDT
Current temp
75°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Elizabethtown, NC to High Point, NC
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 17, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
3h 7m
Distance
141.1 mi
227 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$22
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
2h 55m
★
6 AM
3h 7m
8 AM
3h 30m
10 AM
3h 15m
12 PM
3h 13m
3 PM
3h 16m
5 PM
3h 29m
8 PM
3h 0m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Elizabethtown, NC
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Trip Overview
If you are planning a trip from Elizabethtown to High Point, expect a 141.3-mile journey that takes approximately 2 hours and 31 minutes to complete. This route keeps you entirely within the Southeast region of North Carolina, transitioning from the rural landscapes near Elizabethtown toward the industrial and urban hubs of the Piedmont. Because the drive is relatively short, it is perfectly manageable as a single-day excursion without needing an overnight stay. You should budget roughly $22 for fuel, making this an economical trip for a weekend getaway or a necessary commute. Since the journey lacks major interstate connectivity, you will spend your time navigating local roads rather than high-speed thoroughfares.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
70.6 miles from Elizabethtown, NC
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 41m into the drive .
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 3h 7m. Total distance: 141.1 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
3h 7m drive, comfortable solo distance.
Scenic Drive
Turn-heavy local drive route profile.
Drive Character
Prepare for a turn-heavy local drive that demands your full attention behind the wheel. Unlike a monotonous interstate slog, this route avoids highways entirely, meaning 0% of your travel time will be spent on major expressways. You will rely on a variety of local paths, including Cedar Creek Road, Grove Street, and Rowan Street, to navigate the distance. Because of the winding, localized nature of these roads, there is no single long-distance stretch to settle into, as the longest uninterrupted segment on Cedar Creek Road is effectively 0 miles. Expect a hands-on driving experience that requires frequent adjustments as you transition between these smaller routes.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 19 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Isaac Brooks Highway is the longest continuous segment at about 43.4 miles.
Elevation Profile
Gently rolling terrain
922 ft
71 ft
Total Climb
1,012 ft
Total Descent
199 ft
Highest Point
922 ft
~141.1 mi in
Elevation Range
852 ft
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 47 miles in near NC 24; NC 87 / North Bragg Boulevard.
Driving Effort
7/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 13 significant decision points across 141.1 miles, you will need to stay alert - especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 47 miles (NC 24; NC 87 / North Bragg Boulevard): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 123.9 miles (US 421): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 124.1 miles (US 421): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 13 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
6
47 mi into trip
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~1h 8m in
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NC 24; NC 87 / North Bragg Boulevard
Keep slight left at fork onto NC 24; NC 87 / North Bragg Boulevard
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
8
123.9 mi into trip
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~2h 45m in
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US 421
Take the exit onto US 421 toward I 85, US 421 North: Winston-Salem, Durham, Charlotte
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 197
Toward I 85, US 421 North: Winston-Salem, Durha...
8
124.1 mi into trip
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~2h 46m in
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US 421
Keep slight left at fork onto US 421 toward I 85 South, US 421 North: Winston-Salem, Charlotte
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward I 85 South, US 421 North: Winston-Salem,...
7
132.1 mi into trip
|
~2h 55m in
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US 29
Keep slight right at fork onto US 29 toward US 29 South
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Toward US 29 South
7
139.2 mi into trip
|
~3h 3m in
Take the exit toward South Main Street, Downtown
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward South Main Street, Downtown
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Elizabethtown, NC and High Point, NC, road signs point toward Durham and Charlotte.
Durham
123.9 mi in
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~2h 45m
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via US 421
Charlotte
123.9 mi in
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~2h 45m
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via US 421
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Isaac Brooks Highway | 43.4 mi | 52m |
| NC 53 | 23.7 mi | 32m |
| North Bragg Boulevard | 20.9 mi | 29m |
| Sanford Bypass | 12.1 mi | 13m |
| Cedar Creek Road | 10.8 mi | 15m |
| Murchison Road | 8.6 mi | 13m |
| US 29 | 7.1 mi | 7m |
| Greensboro Urban Loop | 4.8 mi | 5m |
Longest stretch:
Isaac Brooks Highway
— 43.4 mi, about 52m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Elizabethtown, NC and High Point, NC.
1
Start on US 701; NC 41
1.3 mi
·
1 min
·
North Poplar Street
2
Turn left onto NC 53; NC 242
24 mi
·
32 min
·
NC 53; NC 242
3
Continue on NC 53
11 mi
·
15 min
·
Cedar Creek Road
Use the straight lane.
4
Turn left onto NC 24; NC 210
1.5 mi
·
3 min
·
Grove Street
Use the left / straight lanes.
5
Continue on NC 24; NC 210
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Rowan Street
Use the left / straight lanes.
6
Turn right onto NC 210
8.6 mi
·
13 min
·
Murchison Road
Use the right lane.
7
Continue on NC 24; NC 87; NC 210
0.5 mi
·
49 sec
·
South Bragg Boulevard
Use the left / straight / right lanes.
8
Keep slight left at fork onto NC 24; NC 87
21 mi
·
29 min
·
North Bragg Boulevard
Use the straight lane.
9
Keep slight left at fork onto NC 87 BYP
12 mi
·
13 min
·
Sanford Bypass
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10
Continue on US 421
0.4 mi
·
28 sec
·
Boone Trail Road
11
Continue on US 421
43 mi
·
52 min
·
Isaac Brooks Highway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
12
Take the exit onto US 421
0.2 mi
·
27 sec
·
US 421
Exit 197
Toward I 85, US 421 North: Winston-Salem, Durham, Charlotte
Use the slight right lane.
13
Keep slight left at fork onto US 421
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
US 421
Toward I 85 South, US 421 North: Winston-Salem, Charlotte
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
14
Merge onto I 85; US 421
4.8 mi
·
5 min
·
Greensboro Urban Loop
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
15
Keep slight left at fork onto I 85
2.4 mi
·
2 min
·
I 85
Toward I 85 South: High Point, Charlotte
16
Keep slight right at fork onto US 29
7.1 mi
·
7 min
·
US 29
Toward US 29 South
Use the slight right lane.
17
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
35 sec
Toward South Main Street, Downtown
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
18
Turn right onto South Main Street
1.6 mi
·
2 min
·
South Main Street
Use the straight lane.
19
Arrive at destination
South Main Street
Trip Plan
Given the turn-heavy nature of this 141.3-mile route, it is best to plan for a relaxed pace rather than trying to rush the drive. With only one recommended stop, you have plenty of flexibility to stretch your legs whenever you feel the need, though you should keep an eye on your fuel gauge to ensure you stay within your $22 budget. Departing in the morning will give you the best visibility for navigating the local turns on Cedar Creek Road and Grove Street. Keep in mind that since you are avoiding highways, your travel time can be sensitive to local traffic patterns, so check your GPS for real-time updates before heading out. Focus on staying alert through the constant turns, as this route is significantly more engaging than a standard highway cruise.
Morning Departure
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Evening Departure
A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 70.6 miles from Elizabethtown, NC, or about 1h 41m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 43.4 miles.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
Departure
Before you leave
Start with fuel, water, and navigation already sorted so the first hour feels easy.
First stop
Around 31 miles or 43m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 70.6 miles or 1h 41m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 2h 35m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near High Point, NC than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Elizabethtown, NC so your first major turns are already loaded.
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Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
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Check your fuel range against the first long segment, especially if you are starting outside city service areas.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Elizabethtown, NC
This is one driving day of about 141.1 miles and 3h 7m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 31 miles from Elizabethtown, NC.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Plan about 1 real break rather than only quick fuel stops.
The longest stretch is on Isaac Brooks Highway for about 43.4 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 70.6 mi from Elizabethtown, NC · 1h 41m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
71 mi into the route
Best for: Lunch, fuel, and a longer reset
This sits close to the middle of the route, so it works well for the longest stop of the day.
Pacing Suggestions
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 31 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 70.6 miles from Elizabethtown, NC, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in High Point, NC
The final approach into High Point, NC usually feels slower than the middle of the drive, so avoid planning your tightest schedule at the very end.
Try to arrive with enough fuel left to skip an immediate station stop unless you already know the area around High Point, NC.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$22.06 one way
$44.13 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
49 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.34 | $24.13 | $48.25 |
| premium | $4.70 | $26.11 | $52.23 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $31.15 | $62.31 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$22
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$47–$72
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 49.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $15 in charging · 0 stops · 65% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 42.3 | 0 | $14.82 | $6.77 |
| Efficient EV | 35.3 | 0 | $12.35 | $5.64 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 56.4 | 0 | $19.75 | $9.03 |
Gas CO2
49 kg
EV CO2
17 kg (65% less)
This trip is well within single-charge range for most EVs. No charging stops needed if you start fully charged.
DC fast charging avg $0.35/kWh. Home charging avg $0.16/kWh. US grid CO2: 0.39 kg/kWh.
Travel Intel
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Destination
High Point, NC
Late night in High Point on Friday
Local time
4:22 AM
EDT
Current temp
72°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Seasonal Notes
Summer travel usually means heavier construction, hotter rest stops, and busier weekend traffic around major cities.
Winter travel shortens daylight, so a route that looks manageable on paper can feel much longer after dark.
Holiday weekends tend to make both departure and arrival windows slower than the raw route time suggests.
Time zone
Same local time
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
3 degrees cooler at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
3h 7m on the road
Use the two city cards together: check the sky where you start, then compare it with the local time and temperature at arrival.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Elizabethtown, NC to High Point, NC covers 141.1 miles and takes about 3h 7m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Isaac Brooks Highway, NC 53, North Bragg Boulevard. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 70.6 miles from Elizabethtown, NC. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $22.06 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left. A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
Plan about 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, or rest. A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
This is a demanding drive. With 13 significant decision points across 141.1 miles, you will need to stay alert - especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.
The main spots that need attention: at 47 miles (NC 24; NC 87 / North Bragg Boulevard): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 123.9 miles (US 421): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 124.1 miles (US 421): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Between Elizabethtown, NC and High Point, NC, road signs point toward Durham and Charlotte.
Gently rolling terrain. The route ranges from 71 ft to 922 ft elevation with about 1,012 ft of total climbing.
How this page is built
Compiled and maintained by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy (Helsinki). Each route is built from authoritative open government and mapping datasets rather than crowdsourced reviews. Distances and geometry come from OSRM over OpenStreetMap. Fuel cost uses EIA weekly regional averages. Elevation is sampled from USGS 3DEP. Pages are published only after passing our data-quality checks; our methodology page documents refresh cadence, editorial standards, and known limitations.
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