The drive from High Point, NC to Rhodhiss, NC covers 96.5 miles and takes about 2h 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 74.8 miles on I 40.
At current regular gas prices, budget about $15.09 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
48.3 miles from High Point, NC
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 1h into the drive
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Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h. Total distance: 96.5 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (88%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Drive Character
This is a 2h highway drive covering 96.5 miles, with most of the trip on I 40 and I 74. The longest continuous stretch is about 74.8 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 15 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 74.8 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 40 and I 74. You will hit about 10 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 4.8 miles in near I 74.
Driving Effort6/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 96.5 miles you will encounter 10 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
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.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 10 key points
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
4.8 mi into trip|~10m in|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|~20m in|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
5
14.5 mi into trip|~22m in|I 40
Merge onto I 40
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
5
89.3 mi into trip|~1h 46m in
Take the exit toward Longview
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Exit 121
Toward Longview
5
91.6 mi into trip|~1h 51m in|2nd Avenue Northwest
At end of road, turn left onto 2nd Avenue Northwest
Navigation decision point
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 Rhodhiss, NC, road signs point toward Statesville and Longview.
Statesville
13.5 mi in|~20m|via I 74
Longview
89.3 mi in|~1h 46m
Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
I 40
74.8 mi
1h 24m
I 74
9.6 mi
11m
South Main Street
3.9 mi
8m
Airport Rhodhiss Road
2.6 mi
4m
33rd Street Southwest
1.6 mi
2m
Hickory Airport Road
1.1 mi
1m
Burke Street
1 mi
2m
34th Street Northwest
0.4 mi
<1m
Longest stretch:
I 40
— 74.8 mi, about 1h 24m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between High Point, NC and Rhodhiss, 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
75 mi·1 hr 24 min·I 40
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
Take the exit
0.2 mi·36 sec
Exit 121Toward Longview
7
Turn left onto 33rd Street Southwest
1.6 mi·2 min·33rd Street Southwest
8
Turn left onto Main Avenue Northwest
223 ft·6 sec·Main Avenue Northwest
9
Turn right onto 34th Street Northwest
0.4 mi·50 sec·34th Street Northwest
10
At end of road, turn left onto 2nd Avenue Northwest
0.3 mi·31 sec·2nd Avenue Northwest
11
Continue on Hickory Airport Road
1.1 mi·1 min·Hickory Airport Road
12
Continue on Airport Rhodhiss Road
2.6 mi·4 min·Airport Rhodhiss Road
13
Turn sharp right onto Burke Street
1.0 mi·2 min·Burke Street
14
Turn left
186 ft·13 sec
15
Arrive at 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 48.3 miles from High Point, NC, or about 1h into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 74.8 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 21 miles or 29m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 48.3 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 Rhodhiss, 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 96.5 miles and 2h.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 21 miles from High Point, NC.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on I 40 for about 74.8 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 48.3 mi from High Point, NC
· 1h into the drive
Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$15.09 one way
$30.18 round trip
$3.97/gal25.4 MPG avg34 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.34
$16.50
$33.00
premium
$4.70
$17.86
$35.72
diesel
$5.61
$21.31
$42.61
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: 33.8 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
0
$10.13
$4.63
Efficient EV
24.1
0
$8.44
$3.86
EV Truck/SUV
38.6
0
$13.51
$6.18
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.
Travel Intel
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Forecast as of Apr 18, 2026
Origin
High Point, NC
Morning
in High Point on Saturday
Local time
11:29 AM
EDT
Current temp
60°F
Partly Cloudy
0 mph0% chanceLive forecast
Destination
Rhodhiss, NC
Morning
in Rhodhiss on Saturday
Local time
11:29 AM
EDT
Current temp
46°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
55°F
Mocksville, NC
48 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
Same local time
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
14 degrees cooler at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
2h 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 Rhodhiss, NC covers 96.5 miles and takes about 2h without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 40, I 74, South Main 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 48.3 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 $15.09 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 drive requires moderate attention. Across 96.5 miles you will encounter 10 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
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.
Between High Point, NC and Rhodhiss, NC, road signs point toward Statesville and Longview.
How this page is built
Compiled by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, EIA for fuel prices, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
