Origin
Lincolnton, NC
Morning in Lincolnton on Friday
Local time
9:16 AM
EDT
Current temp
46°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Lincolnton, NC to High Point, NC
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 17, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 48m
Distance
106.7 mi
172 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$17
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 40m
★
6 AM
1h 48m
8 AM
2h 4m
10 AM
1h 54m
12 PM
1h 52m
3 PM
1h 55m
5 PM
2h 4m
8 PM
1h 44m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Lincolnton, NC
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Trip Overview
The drive from Lincolnton, NC to High Point, NC covers 106.7 miles and takes about 1h 48m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on North Laurel Street, East Main Street, West Plaza Drive for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. At current regular gas prices, budget about $16.69 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
53.3 miles from Lincolnton, NC
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 54m into the drive .
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 48m. Total distance: 106.7 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 48m 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 1h 48m drive with frequent turns across 106.7 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 18 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
North Laurel Street 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.
Driving Effort
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Lincolnton, NC to High Point, NC is easy. At 1h 48m 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 Lincolnton, NC to High Point, NC is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| North Laurel Street | — | — |
| East Main Street | — | — |
| West Plaza Drive | — | — |
| Oak Ridge Farm Highway | — | — |
| Oakridge Farm Highway | — | — |
| Mooresville Road | — | — |
| Jake Alexander Boulevard West | — | — |
| I 285 North | — | — |
Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.
Longest stretch:
North Laurel Street
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Lincolnton, NC and High Point, NC.
1
Start on East Pine Street
0.2 mi
·
28 sec
·
East Pine Street
2
Turn right onto North Laurel Street
0.1 mi
·
26 sec
·
North Laurel Street
3
Turn left onto East Main Street
2.7 mi
·
5 min
·
East Main Street
4
Turn left
23 mi
·
35 min
5
Continue on West Plaza Drive
3.1 mi
·
5 min
·
West Plaza Drive
6
Continue on Oak Ridge Farm Highway
2.8 mi
·
4 min
·
Oak Ridge Farm Highway
7
Continue on Oakridge Farm Highway
1.3 mi
·
2 min
·
Oakridge Farm Highway
8
Continue on Mooresville Road
16 mi
·
21 min
·
Mooresville Road
9
Turn right onto Jake Alexander Boulevard West
2.0 mi
·
3 min
·
Jake Alexander Boulevard West
10
Turn left
0.3 mi
·
37 sec
11
Merge slight left
12 mi
·
13 min
12
Keep slight right to continue on I 285 North, US 52 North: Lexington, Winston-Salem
4.1 mi
·
4 min
·
I 285 North, US 52 North: Lexington, Winston-Salem
13
Keep slight right to continue on US 29 North, US 70 East: High Point
1.9 mi
·
2 min
·
US 29 North, US 70 East: High Point
14
Continue straight
1.6 mi
·
2 min
15
Keep slight left to continue on I 85 Business North, US 29 North, US 70 East: High Point
16 mi
·
17 min
·
I 85 Business North, US 29 North, US 70 East: High Point
16
Take the exit slight right toward South Main Street, Archdale
0.2 mi
·
37 sec
·
South Main Street, Archdale
17
Turn left onto South Main Street
1.8 mi
·
3 min
·
South Main Street
18
Arrive at your 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 53.3 miles from Lincolnton, NC, or about 54m 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 23 miles or 23m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 53.3 miles or 54m 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 28m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near High Point, NC than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
Open the route before leaving Lincolnton, NC so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Lincolnton, NC
This is one driving day of about 106.7 miles and 1h 48m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 23 miles from Lincolnton, NC.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 53.3 mi from Lincolnton, NC · 54m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
53 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 23 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 53.3 miles from Lincolnton, 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.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$16.69 one way
$33.37 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
37 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.34 | $18.24 | $36.49 |
| premium | $4.70 | $19.75 | $39.50 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $23.56 | $47.12 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$17
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$42–$67
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 37.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $11 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 32 | 0 | $11.20 | $5.12 |
| Efficient EV | 26.7 | 0 | $9.34 | $4.27 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 42.7 | 0 | $14.94 | $6.83 |
Gas CO2
37 kg
EV CO2
12 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.
Destination
High Point, NC
Morning in High Point on Friday
Local time
9:16 AM
EDT
Current temp
72°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
26 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 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 Lincolnton, NC to High Point, NC covers 106.7 miles and takes about 1h 48m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are North Laurel Street, East Main Street, West Plaza Drive. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 53.3 miles from Lincolnton, NC. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $16.69 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 Lincolnton, NC to High Point, NC is easy. At 1h 48m 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 Lincolnton, NC to High Point, NC is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Lincolnton, NC to High Point, NC does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
How this page is built
Compiled and maintained by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy (Helsinki). Each route is built from authoritative open government and mapping datasets rather than crowdsourced reviews. Distances and geometry come from OSRM over OpenStreetMap. Fuel cost uses EIA weekly regional averages. Pages are published only after passing our data-quality checks; our methodology page documents refresh cadence, editorial standards, and known limitations.
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