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Trip from High Point, NC to Green Level, NC

Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026

Drive Time

57m

Distance

43.6 mi

70 km

Drive Score

7/10

Good drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$7

one way

EV Charging

Unknown

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 14 min
4 AM
0h 53m ★
6 AM
0h 58m
8 AM
1h 7m
10 AM
1h 1m
12 PM
1h 0m
3 PM
1h 2m
5 PM
1h 7m
8 PM
0h 55m

Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.

Downtown Green Level, NC, NC

Green Level, NC

Mark Stebnicki

Trip Overview

The drive from High Point, NC to Green Level, NC covers 43.6 miles and takes about 57m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.

The route leans on I 40, US 29, Harden Street for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 19.2 miles on I 40. At current regular gas prices, budget about $6.82 one way before food or hotel costs.

Who Is This Route For?

Weekend Trip

Doable as a same-day drive at 57m. Total distance: 43.6 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

57m drive, comfortable solo distance.

EV Driver

0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.

First-Time Driver

Mostly highway driving (79%). Some complex stretches to watch for.

Drive Character

This is a 57m highway drive covering 43.6 miles, with most of the trip on I 40 and US 29. The longest continuous stretch is about 19.2 miles on I 40.

Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 19 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
I 40 is the longest continuous segment at about 19.2 miles.

Elevation Profile

Mostly flat terrain

922 ft 557 ft

Total Climb

130 ft

Total Descent

435 ft

Highest Point

922 ft

Elevation Range

365 ft

How Hard Is This Drive?

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 40 and US 29. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 2.1 miles in near US 29.

Driving Effort 8/10

Focused - busy navigation packed into a short drive

Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.

This is a short but busy drive. With 14 decision points packed into just 43.6 miles, you will need to pay attention to lane changes and exits — but the whole thing is over in 57m.

Where does it get tricky?

The main spots that need attention: at 2.1 miles (US 29): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 10.5 miles (US 29): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 16.5 miles (I 40): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.

Critical Maneuvers

5 of 14 key points

These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.

5
2.1 mi into trip | ~3m in | US 29

Merge onto US 29

Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
10.5 mi into trip | ~13m in | US 29

Keep slight right at fork onto US 29 toward US 29, US 70

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Use the straight / slight right lanes. Toward US 29, US 70
6
16.5 mi into trip | ~20m in | I 40

Keep slight left at fork onto I 40

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
35.6 mi into trip | ~42m in

Take the exit toward NC 49: Downtown Burlington, Liberty

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. Exit 145 Toward NC 49: Downtown Burlington, Liberty
6
43.3 mi into trip | ~56m in | Pinebrook Drive

At end of road, turn left onto Pinebrook Drive

Complex interchange - multiple decisions in a short stretch

Towns Mentioned on Route Signs

Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.

On the drive from High Point, NC to Green Level, NC, road signs begin pointing toward Liberty along the way.

Liberty

35.6 mi in | ~42m

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
I 40 19.2 mi 22m
US 29 14.4 mi 16m
Harden Street 1.9 mi 3m
South Main Street 1.8 mi 3m
Roxboro Street 1.4 mi 2m
East Elm Street 1.3 mi 2m
West Main Street 0.9 mi 1m
North NC 49 0.7 mi 1m
Longest stretch: I 40 — 19.2 mi, about 22m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between High Point, NC and Green Level, NC.

1

Start on South Main Street

1.8 mi · 3 min · South Main Street
Use the straight / right lanes.
2

Take the ramp

0.3 mi · 35 sec
3

Merge onto US 29

8.5 mi · 9 min · US 29
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
4

Keep slight right at fork onto US 29

5.9 mi · 6 min · US 29
Toward US 29, US 70 Use the straight / slight right lanes.
5

Keep slight left at fork onto I 40

19 mi · 22 min · I 40
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6

Take the exit

0.3 mi · 43 sec
Exit 145 Toward NC 49: Downtown Burlington, Liberty Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7

Turn left onto NC 49

0.4 mi · 45 sec · Maple Avenue
Use the straight lane.
8

Turn right onto NC 49; NC 54

1.9 mi · 3 min · Harden Street
Use the straight / right lanes.
9

Enter roundabout onto NC 49

177 ft · 3 sec · East Elm Street
10

Continue on NC 49

1.3 mi · 2 min · East Elm Street
11

Continue on NC 49

0.5 mi · 58 sec · Graham Road
12

At end of road, turn right onto NC 49

0.9 mi · 1 min · West Main Street
13

Continue on NC 49

1.4 mi · 2 min · Roxboro Street
14

Continue on NC 49

0.7 mi · 1 min · North NC 49
15

Turn right onto Greenway Street

0.2 mi · 55 sec · Greenway Street
16

At end of road, turn left onto Pinebrook Drive

351 ft · 16 sec · Pinebrook Drive
17

Turn right onto Hilldale Street

0.1 mi · 32 sec · Hilldale Street
18

Turn right onto Evergreen Avenue

180 ft · 8 sec · Evergreen Avenue
19

Arrive at destination

Evergreen Avenue

Where to Stop

Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.

Halfway Point

Midpoint

About 21.8 mi from High Point, NC · 26m into the drive

Downtown Alamance, NC, NC

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Alamance, NC

22 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

Jamestown, NC

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 10 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Greensboro, NC

Meal break

The midpoint is around 21.8 miles from High Point, NC, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Arriving in Green Level, NC

Allow a few extra minutes for the final approach into Green Level, NC if you are unfamiliar with the area.

These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$6.82 one way

$13.64 round trip

$3.97/gal 25.4 MPG avg 15 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.34 $7.45 $14.91
premium $4.70 $8.07 $16.14
diesel $5.61 $9.63 $19.25

No toll roads detected on this route.

Drive Cost (one way)

Fuel

$7

Estimated CO2 emission: 15.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $5 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 13.1 0 $4.58 $2.09
Efficient EV 10.9 0 $3.82 $1.74
EV Truck/SUV 17.4 0 $6.10 $2.79

Gas CO2

15 kg

EV CO2

5 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.

Forecast as of Apr 13, 2026

Origin

High Point, NC

Evening in High Point on Thursday

Local time

5:59 PM

EDT

Current temp

84°F

Mostly Sunny

SW 8 to 15 mph 4% chance Live forecast

Destination

Green Level, NC

Evening in Green Level on Thursday

Local time

5:59 PM

EDT

Current temp

84°F

Mostly Sunny

SW 7 to 14 mph 4% chance Live forecast

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

Very similar conditions

Both ends of the route are sitting at about the same temperature right now.

Road read

57m on the road

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.

Frequently Asked Questions

The drive from High Point, NC to Green Level, NC covers 43.6 miles and takes about 57m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 40, US 29, Harden Street. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 21.8 miles from High Point, NC. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $6.82 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.
This is a short but busy drive. With 14 decision points packed into just 43.6 miles, you will need to pay attention to lane changes and exits — but the whole thing is over in 57m.
The main spots that need attention: at 2.1 miles (US 29): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 10.5 miles (US 29): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 16.5 miles (I 40): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
On the drive from High Point, NC to Green Level, NC, road signs begin pointing toward Liberty along the way.
Mostly flat terrain. The route ranges from 557 ft to 922 ft elevation with about 130 ft of total climbing.

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