Origin
Harrisburg, NC
Night in Harrisburg on Wednesday
Local time
11:58 PM
EDT
Current temp
50°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Harrisburg, NC to High Point, NC
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
1h 11m
Distance
67.9 mi
109 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$11
one way
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 6m
★
6 AM
1h 11m
8 AM
1h 23m
10 AM
1h 15m
12 PM
1h 14m
3 PM
1h 16m
5 PM
1h 22m
8 PM
1h 8m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Harrisburg, NC
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Trip Overview
The drive from Harrisburg, NC to High Point, NC covers 67.9 miles and takes about 1h 11m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on Plaza Drive, Morehead Road, Concord Parkway South for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. At current regular gas prices, budget about $10.62 one way before food or hotel costs.
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
34 miles from Harrisburg, NC
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 35m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a 1h 11m drive with frequent turns across 67.9 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 14 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Plaza Drive 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 Harrisburg, NC to High Point, NC is easy. At 1h 11m 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 Harrisburg, NC to High Point, NC is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Plaza Drive | — | — |
| Morehead Road | — | — |
| Concord Parkway South | — | — |
| Concord Parkway North | — | — |
| I 85 North | — | — |
| I 285 North | — | — |
| US 29 North | — | — |
| I 85 | — | — |
Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.
Longest stretch:
Plaza Drive
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Harrisburg, NC and High Point, NC.
1
Start on Plaza Drive
0.2 mi
·
39 sec
·
Plaza Drive
2
Continue on Plaza Drive
407 ft
·
19 sec
·
Plaza Drive
3
Turn right onto Morehead Road
2.5 mi
·
4 min
·
Morehead Road
4
Turn right onto Concord Parkway South
6.0 mi
·
9 min
·
Concord Parkway South
5
Continue on Concord Parkway North
3.4 mi
·
4 min
·
Concord Parkway North
6
Take the exit slight right toward I 85 North, US 601 North: Greensboro
25 mi
·
28 min
·
I 85 North, US 601 North: Greensboro
7
Continue straight
3.8 mi
·
4 min
8
Keep slight right to continue on I 285 North, US 52 North: Lexington, Winston-Salem
4.1 mi
·
4 min
·
I 285 North, US 52 North: Lexington, Winston-Salem
9
Keep slight right to continue on US 29 North, US 70 East: High Point
1.9 mi
·
2 min
·
US 29 North, US 70 East: High Point
10
Continue straight
1.6 mi
·
2 min
11
Keep slight left to continue on I 85 Business North, US 29 North, US 70 East: High Point
16 mi
·
17 min
·
I 85 Business North, US 29 North, US 70 East: High Point
12
Take the exit slight right toward South Main Street, Archdale
0.2 mi
·
37 sec
·
South Main Street, Archdale
13
Turn left onto South Main Street
1.8 mi
·
3 min
·
South Main Street
14
Arrive at your destination
Trip Plan
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 34 miles from Harrisburg, NC, or about 35m 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 15 miles or 15m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 34 miles or 35m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 1h
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near High Point, NC than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
Open the route before leaving Harrisburg, NC so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Harrisburg, NC
This is one driving day of about 67.9 miles and 1h 11m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 15 miles from Harrisburg, NC.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 34 mi from Harrisburg, NC · 35m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
34 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 15 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 34 miles from Harrisburg, 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.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$10.62 one way
$21.24 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
24 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.34 | $11.61 | $23.22 |
| premium | $4.70 | $12.57 | $25.13 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $14.99 | $29.98 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$11
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$36–$61
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 23.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $7 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 20.4 | 0 | $7.13 | $3.26 |
| Efficient EV | 17 | 0 | $5.94 | $2.72 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 27.2 | 0 | $9.51 | $4.35 |
Gas CO2
24 kg
EV CO2
8 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
Night in High Point on Wednesday
Local time
11:58 PM
EDT
Current temp
72°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
48°F
Spencer, NC
34 mi in
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
22 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
1h 11m 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 Harrisburg, NC to High Point, NC covers 67.9 miles and takes about 1h 11m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Plaza Drive, Morehead Road, Concord Parkway South. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 34 miles from Harrisburg, NC. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $10.62 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 Harrisburg, NC to High Point, NC is easy. At 1h 11m 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 Harrisburg, NC to High Point, NC is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Harrisburg, NC to High Point, NC does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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