Origin
High Point, NC
Night in High Point on Thursday
Local time
10:10 PM
EDT
Current temp
72°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from High Point, NC to Edenton, NC
Last recalculated Apr 17, 2026
Drive Time
4h 27m
Distance
228.9 mi
368 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$36
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
4h 14m
★
6 AM
4h 27m
8 AM
4h 54m
10 AM
4h 37m
12 PM
4h 34m
3 PM
4h 38m
5 PM
4h 53m
8 PM
4h 19m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Edenton, NC
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Trip Overview
This 228.9-mile drive from High Point, NC to Edenton, NC takes approximately 4 hours and 27 minutes, making it a manageable one-day trip. You'll navigate primarily via US 29 and I-40 East, with a portion on Wade Avenue. With a fuel cost estimated at $37, this route offers an economical journey through the Southeast region of North Carolina. It's a turn-heavy local drive, so be prepared for more frequent adjustments than a pure interstate experience. This trip is well-suited for a single day of travel, allowing you to reach your destination without needing an overnight stop.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is possible, but it will make for a full day on the road.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
Midpoint
114.4 miles from High Point, NC
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 13m into the drive .
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 4h 27m. Total distance: 228.9 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
4h 27m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (0%). Straightforward navigation.
Scenic Drive
Turn-heavy local drive route profile.
Drive Character
Expect a 'turn-heavy local drive' on this route, with zero percent on highways. This means you'll be engaging with local roads for the entire 228.9 miles. The absence of long highway stretches suggests a more varied driving experience, potentially with more traffic lights and intersections to navigate. While there isn't a defined 'longest stretch' mentioned, the profile indicates a continuous engagement with local routes rather than long, uninterrupted high-speed segments. This type of drive often offers a more intimate look at the communities you pass through.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 19 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
US 29 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. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way.
Driving Effort
3/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 4h 27m drive. You will face about 0 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from High Point, NC to Edenton, NC is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| US 29 | — | — |
| I 40 East | — | — |
| Wade Avenue | — | — |
| I 440 East | — | — |
| I 87 North | — | — |
| Dr Martin L | — | — |
| West Albemarle Street | — | — |
| North Broad Street | — | — |
Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.
Longest stretch:
US 29
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between High Point, NC and Edenton, NC.
1
Start on South Main Street
1.8 mi
·
3 min
·
South Main Street
2
Take the ramp left
0.3 mi
·
35 sec
3
Merge slight left
8.5 mi
·
9 min
4
Keep slight right to continue on US 29, US 70
5.9 mi
·
6 min
·
US 29, US 70
5
Keep slight left
37 mi
·
42 min
6
Keep slight right to continue on I 40 East: Raleigh
30 mi
·
34 min
·
I 40 East: Raleigh
7
Keep slight right to continue on Wade Avenue
3.1 mi
·
3 min
·
Wade Avenue
8
Take the exit slight left toward I 440 East, US 1 North: Wake Forest
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
I 440 East, US 1 North: Wake Forest
9
Merge slight left
9.2 mi
·
11 min
10
Take the exit slight right toward I 87 North, US 64 East, US 264 East: Rocky Mount, Wilson, Greenville
0.7 mi
·
58 sec
·
I 87 North, US 64 East, US 264 East: Rocky Mount, Wilson, Greenville
11
Merge slight right
17 mi
·
17 min
12
Keep slight left
80 mi
·
1 hr 26 min
13
Continue straight
33 mi
·
42 min
14
Take the exit slight right toward Dr Martin L. King Jr Avenue
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
Dr Martin L. King Jr Avenue
15
Turn right onto West Albemarle Street
1.2 mi
·
2 min
·
West Albemarle Street
16
Turn right onto North Broad Street
0.2 mi
·
37 sec
·
North Broad Street
17
Turn left onto East Queen Street
430 ft
·
21 sec
·
East Queen Street
18
Turn right onto Court Street
0.1 mi
·
28 sec
·
Court Street
19
Arrive at your destination
Trip Plan
Given the 4-hour 27-minute duration for this 228.9-mile trip, departing in the morning is advisable to maximize daylight. With only one recommended stop and a fuel cost around $37, you have flexibility in your pacing. Keep an eye on your navigation, as the 'turn-heavy local drive' profile suggests frequent directional changes. A good tip for this route would be to ensure your vehicle is topped off with fuel before leaving High Point, as the local road nature might mean fewer readily available large gas stations compared to interstate travel. This straightforward drive is best enjoyed without rushing.
Morning Departure
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Evening Departure
A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 114.4 miles from High Point, NC, or about 2h 13m 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 50 miles or 58m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 114.4 miles or 2h 13m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 3h 39m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Edenton, 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 228.9 miles and 4h 27m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 50 miles from High Point, NC.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Plan about 1 real break rather than only quick fuel stops.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 114.4 mi from High Point, NC · 2h 13m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
114 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 50 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 114.4 miles from High Point, NC, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Edenton, NC
The final approach into Edenton, 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 Edenton, 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
$35.79 one way
$71.59 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
80 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.34 | $39.14 | $78.28 |
| premium | $4.70 | $42.36 | $84.73 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $50.54 | $101.08 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$36
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$61–$86
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 80.1 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $24 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 68.7 | 0 | $24.03 | $10.99 |
| Efficient EV | 57.2 | 0 | $20.03 | $9.16 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 91.6 | 1 | $32.05 | $14.65 |
Gas CO2
80 kg
EV CO2
27 kg (66% less)
Plan for 0 charging stops, roughly every 270 miles. Allow 25-40 minutes per stop at a DC fast charger.
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
Edenton, NC
Night in Edenton on Thursday
Local time
10:10 PM
EDT
Current temp
52°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
20 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
4h 27m on the road
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
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 Edenton, NC covers 228.9 miles and takes about 4h 27m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are US 29, I 40 East, Wade Avenue. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 114.4 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 $35.79 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left. A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
Plan about 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, or rest. Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
This is a straightforward 4h 27m drive. You will face about 0 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from High Point, NC to Edenton, NC is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from High Point, NC to Edenton, NC does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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