Origin
Maiden, NC
Late night in Maiden on Wednesday
Local time
2:33 AM
EDT
Current temp
73°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Maiden, NC to High Point, NC
Data updated 5 hours ago
Drive Time
1h 51m
Distance
88.6 mi
143 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$14
one way
EV Charging
None
0 DC fast
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 43m
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6 AM
1h 51m
8 AM
2h 8m
10 AM
1h 57m
12 PM
1h 55m
3 PM
1h 58m
5 PM
2h 7m
8 PM
1h 47m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Maiden, NC
Anna McDonald
Trip Overview
This 88.6-mile drive from Maiden to High Point, North Carolina, is a straightforward journey that can easily be completed in a single day. Expect to spend about 1 hour and 51 minutes on the road, with a fuel cost estimated at $14. The route primarily utilizes major highways like I-40 and I-74, making it a familiar and efficient path for travelers within the Southeast region. This highway-focused trip is designed for direct travel, so you won't find many built-in stops, but its manageable length allows for flexibility in your schedule. It's a practical choice if you need to get from point A to point B without much fuss.
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
44.3 miles from Maiden, NC
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 57m into the drive .
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Drive Character
This route is heavily focused on highway driving, with 82% of the journey taking place on interstates and major roads like North Carolina Avenue. You'll experience a longest stretch of 62.6 miles on I-40, offering a consistent pace for a significant portion of the trip. The character of the drive is predominantly that of efficient travel, designed for covering ground rather than exploring scenic byways. While the core is interstate, expect some transitions as you navigate between I-40 and I-74, and finally towards your destination in High Point.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 14 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 62.6 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 40 and I 74. Navigation is very simple — set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes around 0.2 miles in near US 321 Business / North Carolina Avenue.
Route Complexity
2/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
The drive from Maiden, NC to High Point, NC is easy. At 1h 51m with 82% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.2 miles (US 321 Business / North Carolina Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 11.7 miles: Navigation decision point; at 11.8 miles: Navigation decision point.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 6 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
3
0.2 mi into trip
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~0m in
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US 321 Business / North Carolina Avenue
Turn right onto US 321 Business / North Carolina Avenue
Navigation decision point
3
11.7 mi into trip
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~20m in
Turn right
Navigation decision point
3
11.8 mi into trip
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~20m in
Take the ramp
Navigation decision point
5
12 mi into trip
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~20m in
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I 40
Merge onto I 40
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
7
74.5 mi into trip
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~1h 31m 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 |
|---|---|---|
| I 40 | 62.6 mi | 1h 10m |
| I 74 | 9.8 mi | 11m |
| North Carolina Avenue | 8.7 mi | 14m |
| North Main Street | 3.6 mi | 7m |
| Rock Barn Road Northeast | 1 mi | 1m |
| Conover Boulevard West | 1 mi | 1m |
| 7th Avenue Northeast | 0.5 mi | <1m |
| Rockbarn Road | 0.4 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 40
— 62.6 mi, about 1h 10m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Maiden, NC and High Point, NC.
1
Start on US 321 Business
0.2 mi
·
34 sec
·
East Main Street
2
Turn right onto US 321 Business
8.7 mi
·
14 min
·
North Carolina Avenue
3
Turn right onto US 70
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
Conover Boulevard West
4
Continue on 7th Avenue Northeast
0.5 mi
·
45 sec
·
7th Avenue Northeast
5
Continue on Rockbarn Road
0.4 mi
·
39 sec
·
Rockbarn Road
6
Continue on Rock Barn Road Northeast
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
Rock Barn Road Northeast
7
Turn right
340 ft
·
9 sec
8
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
20 sec
9
Merge onto I 40
63 mi
·
1 hr 10 min
·
I 40
Use the straight lane.
10
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.
11
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
53 sec
12
Continue on this road
0.3 mi
·
29 sec
·
this road
Use the straight lane.
13
Continue on North Main Street
3.6 mi
·
7 min
·
North Main Street
Use the straight lane.
14
Arrive at destination
South Main Street
Trip Plan
Given the short 1 hour and 51-minute duration, this trip offers great flexibility. You can depart at any time that suits you, perhaps after a relaxed morning in Maiden. With only 88.6 miles, you won't need to worry about splitting the drive or extensive rest stops, though a quick break is always advisable. Keep an eye on your fuel, with an estimated cost of $14 for the journey. A specific tip for this route: be mindful of the transition from I-40 to I-74, as this is a key point where you'll adjust your path towards High Point.
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 44.3 miles from Maiden, NC, or about 57m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 62.6 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 80 miles or 1h 37m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 44.3 miles or 57m 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 32m
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 Maiden, 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 Maiden, NC
This is one driving day of about 88.6 miles and 1h 51m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Maiden, 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 I 40 for about 62.6 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 44.3 mi from Maiden, NC · 57m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
44 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 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 44.3 miles from Maiden, NC, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before I 40 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 62.6 miles.
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
$13.86 one way
$27.71 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
31 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.34 | $15.15 | $30.30 |
| premium | $4.70 | $16.40 | $32.80 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $19.56 | $39.12 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$14
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$39–$64
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 31 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $9 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 26.6 | 0 | $9.30 | $4.25 |
| Efficient EV | 22.2 | 0 | $7.75 | $3.54 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 35.4 | 0 | $12.40 | $5.67 |
Gas CO2
31 kg
EV CO2
10 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
Late night in High Point on Wednesday
Local time
2:33 AM
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
7 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 51m 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 Maiden, NC to High Point, NC covers 88.6 miles and takes about 1h 51m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 40, I 74, North Carolina Avenue. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 44.3 miles from Maiden, NC. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $13.86 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 Maiden, NC to High Point, NC is easy. At 1h 51m with 82% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.2 miles (US 321 Business / North Carolina Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 11.7 miles: Navigation decision point; at 11.8 miles: Navigation decision point.
The route from Maiden, NC to High Point, NC does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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