Origin
High Point, NC
Morning in High Point on Thursday
Local time
7:44 AM
EDT
Current temp
72°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from High Point, NC to Harrisburg, NC
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
1h 21m
Distance
65.2 mi
105 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$10
one way
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 15m
★
6 AM
1h 21m
8 AM
1h 34m
10 AM
1h 25m
12 PM
1h 24m
3 PM
1h 26m
5 PM
1h 33m
8 PM
1h 17m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Harrisburg, NC
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Trip Overview
The drive from High Point, NC to Harrisburg, NC covers 65.2 miles and takes about 1h 21m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on West Market Center Drive, Surrett Drive, I 85 for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. At current regular gas prices, budget about $10.20 one way before food or hotel costs.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 21m. Total distance: 65.2 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 21m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (0%). Straightforward navigation.
Scenic Drive
Turn-heavy local drive route profile.
Drive Character
Expect a 1h 21m drive with frequent turns across 65.2 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 20 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
West Market Center Drive 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. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive.
Route Complexity
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
The drive from High Point, NC to Harrisburg, NC is easy. At 1h 21m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from High Point, NC to Harrisburg, NC is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| West Market Center Drive | — | — |
| Surrett Drive | — | — |
| I 85 | — | — |
| US 29 | — | — |
| US 29 South | — | — |
| Warren C | — | — |
| Old Charlotte Road Southwest | — | — |
| Patricia Avenue | — | — |
Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.
Longest stretch:
West Market Center Drive
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between High Point, NC and Harrisburg, NC.
1
Start on South Main Street
1.2 mi
·
2 min
·
South Main Street
2
Turn right onto West Market Center Drive
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
West Market Center Drive
3
Turn left onto Surrett Drive
0.3 mi
·
52 sec
·
Surrett Drive
4
Take the ramp right
0.1 mi
·
16 sec
5
Merge slight left
1.2 mi
·
1 min
6
Continue straight
14 mi
·
15 min
7
Keep slight right to continue on I 85 Business South, US 29 South, US 64 West, US 70 West: Charlotte
0.2 mi
·
20 sec
·
I 85 Business South, US 29 South, US 64 West, US 70 West: Charlotte
8
Merge slight left
1.7 mi
·
2 min
9
Continue straight
1.9 mi
·
2 min
10
Continue straight
3.7 mi
·
4 min
11
Merge slight left
4.0 mi
·
4 min
12
Continue straight
25 mi
·
26 min
13
Take the exit slight right toward US 29, US 601 South: Kannapolis, Concord Downtown
0.2 mi
·
23 sec
·
US 29, US 601 South: Kannapolis, Concord Downtown
14
Keep slight left to continue on US 29 South, US 601 South: Concord Downtown
3.7 mi
·
4 min
·
US 29 South, US 601 South: Concord Downtown
15
Turn left onto Warren C. Coleman Boulevard North
1.3 mi
·
1 min
·
Warren C. Coleman Boulevard North
16
Turn right onto Old Charlotte Road Southwest
2.0 mi
·
4 min
·
Old Charlotte Road Southwest
17
Merge slight left
4.4 mi
·
7 min
18
Turn right onto Patricia Avenue
0.2 mi
·
40 sec
·
Patricia Avenue
19
Turn left onto Plaza Drive
0.1 mi
·
25 sec
·
Plaza Drive
20
Arrive at your destination
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 32.6 mi from High Point, NC · 40m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
33 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 14 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 32.6 miles from High Point, NC, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Harrisburg, NC
The final approach into Harrisburg, 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.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$10.20 one way
$20.39 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
23 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.34 | $11.15 | $22.30 |
| premium | $4.70 | $12.07 | $24.13 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $14.40 | $28.79 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$10
Estimated CO2 emission: 22.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $7 in charging · 0 stops · 65% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 19.6 | 0 | $6.85 | $3.13 |
| Efficient EV | 16.3 | 0 | $5.71 | $2.61 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 26.1 | 0 | $9.13 | $4.17 |
Gas CO2
23 kg
EV CO2
8 kg (65% 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
Harrisburg, NC
Morning in Harrisburg on Thursday
Local time
7:44 AM
EDT
Current temp
50°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
48°F
Spencer, NC
33 mi in
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
22 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
1h 21m 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 Harrisburg, NC covers 65.2 miles and takes about 1h 21m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are West Market Center Drive, Surrett Drive, I 85. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 32.6 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 $10.20 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.
The drive from High Point, NC to Harrisburg, NC is easy. At 1h 21m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from High Point, NC to Harrisburg, NC is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from High Point, NC to Harrisburg, NC does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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