Origin
Greensboro, NC
Evening in Greensboro on Sunday
Local time
8:51 PM
EDT
Current temp
65°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Greensboro, NC to High Point, NC
Drive Time
22m
Distance
17.3 mi
28 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$3
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 21m
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6 AM
0h 23m
8 AM
0h 27m
10 AM
0h 24m
12 PM
0h 24m
3 PM
0h 24m
5 PM
0h 26m
8 PM
0h 22m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Trip Overview
Traveling between Greensboro and High Point is a straightforward 17.3-mile trip that typically takes about 22 minutes to complete. Because of the short distance, this journey is perfect as a quick day trip or even a simple morning commute within North Carolina. You will stay entirely off the highways, relying instead on local roads like South Greene Street, West McGee Street, and Freeman Mill Road. With a fuel budget of just $3, this is an incredibly economical route to navigate. Since both cities are located in the Southeast, you will remain within the same region for the duration of your travel. It is a practical, no-fuss drive that offers maximum flexibility for your daily schedule.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
0 planned breaks
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
8.6 miles from Greensboro, NC
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 11m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a turn-heavy local drive that keeps you engaged behind the wheel rather than settling into a monotonous interstate cruise. Since the highway share is 0%, you won't be dealing with high-speed merging or long stretches of open road. Navigation requires your full attention as you transition through various local streets, with your longest uninterrupted stretch being 0 miles on South Greene Street. The journey maintains a consistent, steady pace that reflects the urban connection between these two North Carolina cities. You will find this route feels more like a standard neighborhood transit than a traditional long-distance road trip.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 13 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
South Greene Street is one of the defining roads on this drive.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. Navigation is very simple — set it and forget it for most of the drive.
Route Complexity
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
The drive from Greensboro, NC to High Point, NC is easy. At 22m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Greensboro, NC to High Point, NC is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| South Greene Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| West McGee Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Freeman Mill Road | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Governor John Motley Morehead Expressway | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| US 29 South | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| South Main Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
Per-road distance and duration are being refreshed from OSRM for this route.
Longest stretch:
South Greene Street
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Greensboro, NC and High Point, NC.
1
Start on West Market Street
131 ft
·
10 sec
·
West Market Street
2
Turn right onto South Greene Street
0.3 mi
·
41 sec
·
South Greene Street
3
Enter the roundabout and take exit 1 toward West McGee Street
16 ft
·
West McGee Street
4
Exit the roundabout onto West McGee Street
0.3 mi
·
42 sec
·
West McGee Street
5
Turn left onto Freeman Mill Road
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
Freeman Mill Road
6
Keep slight right to continue on Freeman Mill Road
1.8 mi
·
2 min
·
Freeman Mill Road
7
Continue on Governor John Motley Morehead Expressway
1.1 mi
·
1 min
·
Governor John Motley Morehead Expressway
8
Take the exit slight right
0.3 mi
·
36 sec
9
Merge slight left
3.5 mi
·
3 min
10
Keep slight right to continue on US 29 South
7.1 mi
·
7 min
·
US 29 South
11
Take the exit slight right toward South Main Street, Downtown
0.3 mi
·
35 sec
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South Main Street, Downtown
12
Turn right onto South Main Street
1.6 mi
·
2 min
·
South Main Street
13
Arrive at your destination
Trip Plan
Because this drive is only 22 minutes long, you have complete freedom to choose your departure time without worrying about strict pacing or long-haul fatigue. Since there are no designated stops required, you can easily complete the trip in one go. Keep in mind that as a turn-heavy local route, it is wise to double-check your GPS navigation before pulling out of Greensboro to ensure you stay on the correct path. You should not need to worry about mid-trip refueling given the low $3 fuel cost for the 17.3-mile distance. Take advantage of the short duration to plan your arrival in High Point exactly when you need to be there, as the lack of highway traffic makes your arrival time quite predictable.
Morning Departure
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch.
Evening Departure
Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
You may only need one short stretch break if traffic stays light.
The halfway point lands around 8.6 miles from Greensboro, NC, or about 11m into the drive.
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 17.3 miles or 22m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 8.6 miles or 11m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 19m
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 Greensboro, 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 Greensboro, NC
This is one driving day of about 17.3 miles and 22m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Greensboro, NC.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
You may only need one short stretch stop if conditions stay smooth.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 8.6 mi from Greensboro, NC · 11m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
9 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 17.3 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 8.6 miles from Greensboro, 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
$2.77 one way
$5.54 round trip
$4.07/gal
25.4 MPG avg
6 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.43 | $3.02 | $6.03 |
| premium | $4.78 | $3.25 | $6.51 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $3.84 | $7.69 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$3
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$28–$53
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 6.1 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $2 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 5.2 | 0 | $1.82 | $0.83 |
| Efficient EV | 4.3 | 0 | $1.51 | $0.69 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 6.9 | 0 | $2.42 | $1.11 |
Gas CO2
6 kg
EV CO2
2 kg (67% 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
Evening in High Point on Sunday
Local time
8:51 PM
EDT
Current temp
66°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
1 degrees warmer at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
22m 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 Greensboro, NC to High Point, NC covers 17.3 miles and takes about 22m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are South Greene Street, West McGee Street, Freeman Mill Road. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 8.6 miles from Greensboro, NC. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $2.77 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch. Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
The drive from Greensboro, NC to High Point, NC is easy. At 22m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Greensboro, NC to High Point, NC is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Greensboro, NC to High Point, NC does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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