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Trip from Northlakes, NC to High Point, NC

Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 18, 2026 · Editorial standards

Drive Time

1h 59m

Distance

93.7 mi

151 km

Drive Score

7/10

Good drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$15

one way

EV Charging

Unknown

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 26 min
4 AM
1h 51m ★
6 AM
2h 0m
8 AM
2h 17m
10 AM
2h 6m
12 PM
2h 4m
3 PM
2h 7m
5 PM
2h 16m
8 PM
1h 55m

Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.

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Downtown Northlakes, NC, NC

Northlakes, NC

Michael Ken

Trip Overview

The drive from Northlakes, NC to High Point, NC covers 93.7 miles and takes about 1h 59m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.

The route leans on I 40, I 74, North Main Street for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 70.3 miles on I 40. At current regular gas prices, budget about $14.65 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

46.9 miles from Northlakes, NC

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 2m into the drive .

Who Is This Route For?

Weekend Trip

Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 59m. Total distance: 93.7 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

1h 59m drive, comfortable solo distance.

First-Time Driver

Mostly highway driving (85%). Straightforward navigation.

Drive Character

This is a 1h 59m highway drive covering 93.7 miles, with most of the trip on I 40 and I 74. The longest continuous stretch is about 70.3 miles on I 40.

Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 29 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 70.3 miles.

How Hard Is This Drive?

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 40 and I 74. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 0.6 miles in near Gunpowder View Circle.

Driving Effort 4/10

Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time

Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.

This is a straightforward 1h 59m drive. You will face about 14 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.

Where does it get tricky?

The main spots that need attention: at 0.6 miles (Gunpowder View Circle): Navigation decision point; at 1 miles: Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 6.2 miles (4th Street Northwest): Navigation decision point.

Critical Maneuvers

5 of 14 key points

These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.

5
0.6 mi into trip | ~2m in | Gunpowder View Circle

Turn left onto Gunpowder View Circle

Navigation decision point

5
1 mi into trip | ~4m in

Enter roundabout

Roundabout - know your exit number before entering

5
6.2 mi into trip | ~14m in | 4th Street Northwest

Turn right onto 4th Street Northwest

Navigation decision point

5
9.3 mi into trip | ~19m in | I 40

Merge onto I 40

Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight lane.
7
79.6 mi into trip | ~1h 39m in | 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 70.3 mi 1h 19m
I 74 9.8 mi 11m
North Main Street 3.6 mi 7m
Hickory Boulevard 2.7 mi 4m
Lenoir Rhyne Boulevard Southeast 1.4 mi 2m
2nd Avenue Southwest 0.9 mi 1m
3rd Avenue Drive Northwest 0.7 mi 1m
River Bend Drive 0.5 mi 1m
Longest stretch: I 40 — 70.3 mi, about 1h 19m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Northlakes, NC and High Point, NC.

1

Start on Woodmere Point

503 ft · 25 sec · Woodmere Point
2

Turn left onto White Fawn Circle

0.1 mi · 31 sec · White Fawn Circle
3

Continue on River Bend Drive

0.2 mi · 56 sec · River Bend Drive
4

Turn right onto Blackhawk Ridge Way

0.2 mi · 46 sec · Blackhawk Ridge Way
5

Turn left onto Gunpowder View Circle

0.1 mi · 27 sec · Gunpowder View Circle
6

Turn right onto Riverbend Drive

0.2 mi · 53 sec · Riverbend Drive
7

Enter roundabout

146 ft · 7 sec
8

Continue

431 ft · 18 sec
9

Continue on this road

0.1 mi · 28 sec · this road
10

Continue on this road

0.4 mi · 1 min · this road
11

Turn right onto River Bend Drive

0.2 mi · 37 sec · River Bend Drive
12

Turn left onto US 321

2.7 mi · 4 min · Hickory Boulevard
13

Turn left onto Clement Boulevard Northwest

522 ft · 16 sec · Clement Boulevard Northwest
14

Continue on Old Lenoir Road

0.5 mi · 52 sec · Old Lenoir Road
15

Continue on 11th Street Northwest

0.2 mi · 17 sec · 11th Street Northwest
16

Continue on 3rd Avenue Drive Northwest

0.7 mi · 1 min · 3rd Avenue Drive Northwest
17

Turn straight onto 2nd Avenue Northwest

0.3 mi · 36 sec · 2nd Avenue Northwest
18

Turn right onto 4th Street Northwest

0.2 mi · 18 sec · 4th Street Northwest
19

Continue on 4th Street Southwest

0.2 mi · 25 sec · 4th Street Southwest
20

Turn left onto 2nd Avenue Southwest

0.9 mi · 1 min · 2nd Avenue Southwest
21

Continue on Tate Boulevard Southeast

0.2 mi · 22 sec · Tate Boulevard Southeast
22

Turn right onto Lenoir Rhyne Boulevard Southeast

1.4 mi · 2 min · Lenoir Rhyne Boulevard Southeast
23

Take the ramp

0.2 mi · 29 sec
24

Merge onto I 40

70 mi · 1 hr 19 min · I 40
Use the straight lane.
25

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.
26

Take the exit

0.4 mi · 53 sec
27

Continue on this road

0.3 mi · 29 sec · this road
Use the straight lane.
28

Continue on North Main Street

3.6 mi · 7 min · North Main Street
Use the straight lane.
29

Arrive at destination

South Main Street

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 46.9 miles from Northlakes, NC, or about 1h 2m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 70.3 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 21 miles or 33m in

Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.

Halfway reset

Around 46.9 miles or 1h 2m 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 36m

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 Northlakes, NC so your first major turns are already loaded.

Day 1

Settle into the route from Northlakes, NC

This is one driving day of about 93.7 miles and 1h 59m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 21 miles from Northlakes, NC.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on I 40 for about 70.3 miles.

Where to Stop

Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.

Halfway Point

Midpoint

About 46.9 mi from Northlakes, NC · 1h 2m into the drive

town in Davie County, North Carolina, United States of America

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Mocksville, NC

47 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

Newton, NC

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 21 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Mocksville, NC

Meal break

The midpoint is around 46.9 miles from Northlakes, NC, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Before the longest stretch

Fuel check

Top up before I 40 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 70.3 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.

These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.

Nearby Places

Restaurants, cafes, gas stations and more along your route.

Top Coffee Stop

Taproot Coffee

4.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Hickory, North Carolina

Near the start, short detour

2.4 mi from route ~6 min detour $1 to $10 mile 6.7

Hours: 7 am–4 pm

+18064078348

Visit website

West End Cafe

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Later in the drive, short detour

3.1 mi from route ~8 min detour $10 to $20 mile 73.6

Winston-Salem, North Carolina

Hours: 11 am–9 pm

+13367234774

Visit website

Taproot Coffee

4.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

2.4 mi from route ~6 min detour $1 to $10 mile 6.7

Hickory, North Carolina

Hours: 7 am–4 pm

+18064078348

Visit website

Given Coffee Co

4.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, ~11 min detour

4.4 mi from route ~11 min detour $1 to $10 mile 80.3

Winston-Salem, North Carolina

Hours: 6:30 am–12 pm

+13363317291

Visit website

Adventure Landing Winston-Salem

4.1 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Later in the drive, right off the route

0.7 mi from route ~2 min detour mile 73.6

Winston-Salem, North Carolina

Hours: 12–9 pm

+13367684730

Visit website

Washington Terrace Community Center

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, short detour

1.4 mi from route ~4 min detour mile 93.7

High Point, North Carolina

Hours: 9 am–5 pm

+13368838599

Visit website

Safari Nation Winston-Salem

4.3 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Later in the drive, short detour

2.5 mi from route ~6 min detour mile 73.6

Winston-Salem, North Carolina

Hours: 10 am–6 pm

+13365233355

Visit website

Alex Cooper Park

3.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Around the midpoint, short detour

2.7 mi from route ~7 min detour mile 33.5

Statesville, North Carolina

+17048783429

Visit website

Kersey Valley Escape

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, ~11 min detour

4.3 mi from route ~11 min detour mile 93.7

Archdale, North Carolina

+13364311700

Visit website

Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$14.65 one way

$29.31 round trip

$3.97/gal 25.4 MPG avg 33 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.34 $16.02 $32.04
premium $4.70 $17.34 $34.68
diesel $5.61 $20.69 $41.38

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$15

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$40–$65

Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.

Estimated CO2 emission: 32.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $10 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 28.1 0 $9.84 $4.50
Efficient EV 23.4 0 $8.20 $3.75
EV Truck/SUV 37.5 0 $13.12 $6.00

Gas CO2

33 kg

EV CO2

11 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.

Forecast as of Apr 18, 2026

Origin

Northlakes, NC

Morning in Northlakes on Saturday

Local time

9:52 AM

EDT

Current temp

46°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

High Point, NC

Morning in High Point on Saturday

Local time

9:52 AM

EDT

Current temp

90°F

Mostly Sunny

S 0 to 10 mph 2% chance Live forecast

55°F

Mocksville, NC

47 mi in

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

44 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 59m on the road

The weather snapshot is not static. If you are leaving later, give both cities one more quick forecast check before departure.

Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.

Frequently Asked Questions

The drive from Northlakes, NC to High Point, NC covers 93.7 miles and takes about 1h 59m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.

The main roads are I 40, 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 46.9 miles from Northlakes, NC. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.

At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $14.65 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 straightforward 1h 59m drive. You will face about 14 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.

The main spots that need attention: at 0.6 miles (Gunpowder View Circle): Navigation decision point; at 1 miles: Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 6.2 miles (4th Street Northwest): Navigation decision point.

The route from Northlakes, NC to High Point, NC does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.

How this page is built

Compiled by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, EIA for fuel prices, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.

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