Origin
King, NC
Evening in King on Sunday
Local time
5:15 PM
EDT
Current temp
89°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from King, NC to High Point, NC
Drive Time
48m
Distance
35 mi
56 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$6
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 44m
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6 AM
0h 48m
8 AM
0h 57m
10 AM
0h 51m
12 PM
0h 50m
3 PM
0h 52m
5 PM
0h 56m
8 PM
0h 46m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
King, NC
Francis Seura
Trip Overview
If you are looking to travel from King to High Point, you are facing a straightforward 35-mile journey that typically takes about 48 minutes. This route is designed for efficiency, relying heavily on the John Gold Memorial Expressway, I-74, and North Main Street to get you to your destination. Because the trip is short, it is perfectly suited for a single-day excursion without the need for an overnight stay. You can expect to spend approximately $6 on fuel for the round trip, making this a budget-friendly transit across the North Carolina Southeast region. Whether you are commuting or heading out for an appointment, this highway-focused drive provides a reliable connection between the two cities.
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
17.5 miles from King, NC
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 23m into the drive .
Drive Character
This drive is defined by its efficiency, with 81% of your travel time spent on highways. You will settle into a steady pace on the John Gold Memorial Expressway, which features the route's longest uninterrupted stretch of 16.5 miles. While the experience is primarily a highway-focused grind, the transition into North Main Street shifts the pace as you approach High Point. Expect a consistent, functional driving experience rather than a winding scenic tour. The road remains predictable throughout, allowing you to maintain a steady speed for the majority of the 48-minute duration.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 11 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
John Gold Memorial Expressway is the longest continuous segment at about 16.5 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on John Gold Memorial Expressway and I 74. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 1.9 miles in near US 52 / John Gold Memorial Expressway.
Route Complexity
7/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
This is a demanding drive. With 7 significant decision points across 35 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 1.9 miles (US 52 / John Gold Memorial Expressway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 5.8 miles (US 52 / John Gold Memorial Expressway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 18.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 7 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
1.9 mi into trip
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~4m in
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US 52 / John Gold Memorial Expressway
Merge onto US 52 / John Gold Memorial Expressway
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
5.8 mi into trip
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~9m in
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US 52 / John Gold Memorial Expressway
Keep slight right at fork onto US 52 / John Gold Memorial Expressway toward US 52 South: Winston-Salem
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 119
Toward US 52 South: Winston-Salem
7
18.4 mi into trip
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~25m in
Take the exit toward I 40 East: Greensboro
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
Exit 107A
Toward I 40 East: Greensboro
5
18.7 mi into trip
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~25m in
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I 40
Merge onto I 40
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the none lane.
7
20.9 mi into trip
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~28m in
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I 74
Take the exit onto I 74 toward I 74 East: High Point
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 196
Toward I 74 East: High Point
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| John Gold Memorial Expressway | 16.5 mi | 20m |
| I 74 | 9.8 mi | 11m |
| North Main Street | 5.2 mi | 11m |
| I 40 | 2.2 mi | 2m |
| South Main Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
Per-road distance and duration are being refreshed from OSRM for this route.
Longest stretch:
John Gold Memorial Expressway
— 16.5 mi, about 20m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between King, NC and High Point, NC.
1
Start on North Main Street
1.6 mi
·
3 min
·
North Main Street
2
Turn left
0.3 mi
·
37 sec
3
Merge onto US 52
3.9 mi
·
4 min
·
John Gold Memorial Expressway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
4
Keep slight right at fork onto US 52
13 mi
·
15 min
·
John Gold Memorial Expressway
Exit 119
Toward US 52 South: Winston-Salem
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
5
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
31 sec
Exit 107A
Toward I 40 East: Greensboro
Use the straight / right lanes.
6
Merge onto I 40
2.2 mi
·
2 min
·
I 40
Use the none lane.
7
Take the exit onto I 74
9.8 mi
·
11 min
·
I 74
Exit 196
Toward I 74 East: High Point
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
53 sec
9
Continue on this road
0.3 mi
·
29 sec
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this road
Use the straight lane.
10
Continue on North Main Street
3.6 mi
·
7 min
·
North Main Street
Use the straight lane.
11
Arrive at destination
South Main Street
Trip Plan
Since this is a quick 35-mile trip with zero mandatory stops, you have total flexibility in your departure time. You can easily complete the drive in under an hour, meaning you do not need to worry about planning rest breaks or complex logistics. Keep in mind that because the vast majority of the route is highway-based, traffic patterns on I-74 may influence your arrival time during peak hours. If you want to avoid the heaviest congestion, try to time your departure outside of typical morning or evening rushes. Given the $6 fuel cost, ensure your tank is filled before departing King so you can complete the entire trip without needing to pull over for gas.
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 17.5 miles from King, NC, or about 23m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 16.5 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 35 miles or 48m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 17.5 miles or 23m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 38m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near High Point, NC than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving King, 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 King, NC
This is one driving day of about 35 miles and 48m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from King, 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 John Gold Memorial Expressway for about 16.5 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 17.5 mi from King, NC · 23m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
18 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 35 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 17.5 miles from King, NC, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in High Point, NC
The final approach into High Point, 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 High Point, 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
$5.60 one way
$11.20 round trip
$4.07/gal
25.4 MPG avg
12 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.43 | $6.10 | $12.21 |
| premium | $4.78 | $6.58 | $13.17 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $7.78 | $15.55 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$6
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$31–$56
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 12.2 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $4 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 10.5 | 0 | $3.68 | $1.68 |
| Efficient EV | 8.8 | 0 | $3.06 | $1.40 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 14 | 0 | $4.90 | $2.24 |
Gas CO2
12 kg
EV CO2
4 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
High Point, NC
Evening in High Point on Sunday
Local time
5:15 PM
EDT
Current temp
66°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
23 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
48m 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 King, NC to High Point, NC covers 35 miles and takes about 48m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are John Gold Memorial Expressway, I 74, North 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 17.5 miles from King, NC. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $5.60 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 7 significant decision points across 35 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 1.9 miles (US 52 / John Gold Memorial Expressway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 5.8 miles (US 52 / John Gold Memorial Expressway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 18.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
The route from King, NC to High Point, NC does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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