Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 18, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 58m
Distance
97 mi
156 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$15
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Connelly Springs, NC
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The drive from High Point, NC to Connelly Springs, NC covers 97 miles and takes about 1h 58m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on I 40, I 74, South Main Street for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 79.1 miles on I 40. At current regular gas prices, budget about $15.17 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.
Midpoint
48.5 miles from High Point, NC
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h into the drive .
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 58m. Total distance: 97 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 58m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (95%). Straightforward navigation.
This is a 1h 58m highway drive covering 97 miles, with most of the trip on I 40 and I 74. The longest continuous stretch is about 79.1 miles on I 40.
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 40 and I 74. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 4.8 miles in near I 74.
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 1h 58m drive. You will face about 6 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 4.8 miles (I 74): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 13.5 miles (I 74): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 14.5 miles (I 40): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
Merge onto I 74
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Keep slight left at fork onto I 74 toward I 40 West: Winston-Salem, Statesville
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Merge onto I 40
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Take the exit toward Icard
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
At end of road, turn right onto Old N.C. Highway 10
Navigation decision point
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
On the drive from High Point, NC to Connelly Springs, NC, road signs begin pointing toward Statesville along the way.
Statesville
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 40 | 79.1 mi | 1h 29m |
| I 74 | 9.6 mi | 11m |
| South Main Street | 3.9 mi | 8m |
| US 70 | 2.8 mi | 5m |
| Old N.C. Highway 10 | 0.4 mi | <1m |
Step-by-step road directions between High Point, NC and Connelly Springs, NC.
Start on South Main Street
Continue on this road
Merge onto I 74
Keep slight left at fork onto I 74
Merge onto I 40
Take the exit
At end of road, turn right onto Old N.C. Highway 10
Turn left onto US 70
Arrive at destination
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.
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 21 miles or 29m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 48.5 miles or 1h 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 35m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Connelly Springs, NC than in the middle of the route.
Open the route before leaving High Point, NC so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from High Point, NC
This is one driving day of about 97 miles and 1h 58m.
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 48.5 mi from High Point, NC · 1h into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
49 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.
A short stop after about 21 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 48.5 miles from High Point, NC, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before I 40 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 79.1 miles.
The final approach into Connelly Springs, 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.
Regular Gas
$15.17 one way
$30.34 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.34 | $16.59 | $33.17 |
| premium | $4.70 | $17.95 | $35.91 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $21.42 | $42.83 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$15
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$40–$65
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 33.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $10 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 29.1 | 0 | $10.18 | $4.66 |
| Efficient EV | 24.3 | 0 | $8.49 | $3.88 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 38.8 | 0 | $13.58 | $6.21 |
Gas CO2
34 kg
EV CO2
11 kg (68% 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.
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Origin
Late night in High Point on Saturday
Local time
3:41 AM
EDT
Current temp
61°F
Mostly Clear
Destination
Late night in Connelly Springs on Saturday
Local time
3:41 AM
EDT
Current temp
71°F
Unavailable
55°F
Mocksville, NC
49 mi in
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
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
The weather snapshot is not static. If you are leaving later, give both cities one more quick forecast check before departure.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
Compiled by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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