Origin
High Point, NC
Night in High Point on Tuesday
Local time
10:48 PM
EDT
Current temp
66°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from High Point, NC to Mulberry, NC
Data updated 2 hours ago
Drive Time
1h 39m
Distance
76.1 mi
123 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$12
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 32m
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6 AM
1h 40m
8 AM
1h 55m
10 AM
1h 45m
12 PM
1h 44m
3 PM
1h 46m
5 PM
1h 54m
8 PM
1h 35m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Mulberry, NC
Chris F
Trip Overview
The drive from High Point, NC to Mulberry, NC covers 76.1 miles and takes about 1h 39m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on US 421, I 74, I 40 for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 44.7 miles on US 421. At current regular gas prices, budget about $11.90 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
38.1 miles from High Point, NC
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 50m into the drive .
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Drive Character
This is a 1h 39m highway drive covering 76.1 miles, with most of the trip on US 421 and I 74. The longest continuous stretch is about 44.7 miles on US 421.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 14 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
US 421 is the longest continuous segment at about 44.7 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US 421 and I 74. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 4.8 miles in near I 74.
Route Complexity
9/10
High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day
This is a demanding drive. With 9 significant decision points across 76.1 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 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 21.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 9 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
4.8 mi into trip
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~10m in
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I 74
Merge onto I 74
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
13.5 mi into trip
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~20m in
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I 74
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
Toward I 40 West: Winston-Salem, Statesville
8
21.6 mi into trip
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~30m in
Take the exit toward US 421: Salem Parkway, Yadkinville
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 188
Toward US 421: Salem Parkway, Yadkinville
7
21.8 mi into trip
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~30m in
Keep slight left at fork toward US 421 North: Yadkinville
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward US 421 North: Yadkinville
7
67.4 mi into trip
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~1h 24m in
Keep slight right at fork toward US 421 Business, NC 115: North Wilkesboro, Statesville
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward US 421 Business, NC 115: North Wilkesbor...
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between High Point, NC and Mulberry, NC, road signs point toward Statesville and Yadkinville.
Statesville
13.5 mi in
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~20m
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via I 74
Yadkinville
21.6 mi in
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~30m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| US 421 | 44.7 mi | 51m |
| I 74 | 9.6 mi | 11m |
| I 40 | 7.2 mi | 8m |
| Sparta Road | 4.8 mi | 8m |
| South Main Street | 3.9 mi | 8m |
| Statesville Road | 2.9 mi | 5m |
| 2nd Street | 1 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
US 421
— 44.7 mi, about 51m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between High Point, NC and Mulberry, NC.
1
Start on South Main Street
3.9 mi
·
8 min
·
South Main Street
Use the straight / right lanes.
2
Continue on this road
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
this road
Use the left / straight lanes.
3
Merge onto I 74
8.6 mi
·
9 min
·
I 74
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
4
Keep slight left at fork onto I 74
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
I 74
Toward I 40 West: Winston-Salem, Statesville
5
Merge onto I 40
7.2 mi
·
8 min
·
I 40
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
26 sec
Exit 188
Toward US 421: Salem Parkway, Yadkinville
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
Keep slight left at fork
0.6 mi
·
1 min
Toward US 421 North: Yadkinville
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
Merge onto US 421
45 mi
·
51 min
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US 421
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
28 sec
Toward US 421 Business, NC 115: North Wilkesboro, Statesville
10
Keep slight right at fork
198 ft
·
5 sec
Toward US 421 Business, NC 115: North Wilkesboro, Statesville
11
Turn slight right onto US 421 Business; NC 115
2.9 mi
·
5 min
·
Statesville Road
12
Turn right onto NC 18; NC 268
1.0 mi
·
1 min
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2nd Street
13
Continue on NC 18
4.8 mi
·
8 min
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Sparta Road
14
Arrive at destination
NC 18
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 38.1 miles from High Point, NC, or about 50m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 44.7 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 76.1 miles or 1h 39m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 38.1 miles or 50m 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 20m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Mulberry, NC than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving High Point, 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 High Point, NC
This is one driving day of about 76.1 miles and 1h 39m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from High Point, 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.
The longest stretch is on US 421 for about 44.7 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 38.1 mi from High Point, NC · 50m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
38 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 76.1 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 38.1 miles from High Point, NC, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Mulberry, NC
The final approach into Mulberry, 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 Mulberry, 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
$11.90 one way
$23.80 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
27 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.34 | $13.01 | $26.02 |
| premium | $4.70 | $14.08 | $28.17 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $16.80 | $33.60 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$12
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$37–$62
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 26.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $8 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 22.8 | 0 | $7.99 | $3.65 |
| Efficient EV | 19 | 0 | $6.66 | $3.04 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 30.4 | 0 | $10.65 | $4.87 |
Gas CO2
27 kg
EV CO2
9 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
Mulberry, NC
Night in Mulberry on Tuesday
Local time
10:48 PM
EDT
Current temp
87°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
21 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 39m 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 High Point, NC to Mulberry, NC covers 76.1 miles and takes about 1h 39m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are US 421, I 74, I 40. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 38.1 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 $11.90 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 demanding drive. With 9 significant decision points across 76.1 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 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 21.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Between High Point, NC and Mulberry, NC, road signs point toward Statesville and Yadkinville.
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