The drive from Southern Pines, NC to High Point, NC covers 76.1 miles and takes about 1h 39m behind the wheel.
This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on I 73, NC 211 Highway, I 74 for much of the mileage,
and the overall profile is highway-focused drive.
The longest uninterrupted segment is about 34.9 miles on I 73.
At current regular gas prices, budget about $11.90 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
38 miles from Southern Pines, 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 39m. Total distance: 76.1 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 39m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (88%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Drive Character
This is a 1h 39m highway drive covering 76.1 miles, with most of the trip on I 73 and NC 211 Highway. The longest continuous stretch is about 34.9 miles on I 73.
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 73 is the longest continuous segment at about 34.9 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 73 and NC 211 Highway. You will hit about 9 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near Southwest Broad Street.
Driving Effort5/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 76.1 miles you will encounter 9 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (Southwest Broad Street): Navigation decision point; at 23.2 miles: Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 23.5 miles (I 73; I 74; US 220): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 9 key points
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
4
0 mi into trip|~0m in|Southwest Broad Street
Turn right onto Southwest Broad Street
Navigation decision point
6
23.2 mi into trip|~37m in
Take the ramp toward I 73 North, I 74 West, US 220 North: Asheboro
Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward I 73 North, I 74 West, US 220 North: Ash...
5
23.5 mi into trip|~38m in|I 73; I 74; US 220
Merge onto I 73; I 74; US 220
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9
58.4 mi into trip|~1h 17m in|I 74
Keep slight right at fork onto I 74 toward I 74 West: High Point, Winston-Salem
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 80
Toward I 74 West: High Point, Winston-Salem
4
73.7 mi into trip|~1h 34m in
Take the exit toward Green Drive East
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Toward Green Drive East
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
On the drive from Southern Pines, NC to High Point, NC, road signs begin pointing toward Winston-Salem along the way.
Winston-Salem
58.4 mi in|~1h 17m|via I 74
Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
I 73
34.9 mi
39m
NC 211 Highway
16.9 mi
25m
I 74
15.4 mi
17m
Morganton Road
2.9 mi
5m
East Green Drive
1.7 mi
3m
Beulah Hill Road South
1.5 mi
3m
West Morganton Road
1.2 mi
2m
Southwest Broad Street
0.7 mi
1m
Longest stretch:
I 73
— 34.9 mi, about 39m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Southern Pines, NC and High Point, NC.
1
Start on West Pennsylvania Avenue
38 ft·3 sec·West Pennsylvania Avenue
2
Turn right onto Southwest Broad Street
0.7 mi·1 min·Southwest Broad Street
3
Turn right onto West Morganton Road
1.2 mi·2 min·West Morganton Road
4
Continue on Morganton Road
2.9 mi·5 min·Morganton Road
5
Turn right onto NC 5
1.5 mi·3 min·Beulah Hill Road South
6
Turn left onto NC 211
17 mi·25 min·NC 211 Highway
7
Take the ramp
0.3 mi·41 sec
Toward I 73 North, I 74 West, US 220 North: Asheboro
8
Merge onto I 73; I 74; US 220
35 mi·39 min·I 73; I 74; US 220
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Keep slight right at fork onto I 74
15 mi·17 min·I 74
Exit 80Toward I 74 West: High Point, Winston-SalemUse the slight right lane.
10
Take the exit
0.5 mi·1 min
Toward Green Drive East
11
Turn left onto Triangle Lake Road
168 ft·3 sec·Triangle Lake Road
12
Continue on East Green Drive
1.7 mi·3 min·East Green Drive
Use the straight lane.
13
Turn right onto South Main Street
0.1 mi·13 sec·South Main Street
14
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 38 miles from Southern Pines, NC, or about 54m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 34.9 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 17 miles or 28m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 38 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 24m
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 Southern Pines, NC so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Southern Pines, NC
This is one driving day of about 76.1 miles and 1h 39m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 17 miles from Southern Pines, NC.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on I 73 for about 34.9 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 38 mi from Southern Pines, NC
· 54m into the drive
Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$11.90 one way
$23.80 round trip
$3.97/gal25.4 MPG avg27 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.34
$13.01
$26.02
premium
$4.70
$14.08
$28.17
diesel
$5.61
$16.80
$33.60
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$12
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$37–$62
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 26.6 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $8 in charging
· 0 stops
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
22.8
0
$7.99
$3.65
Efficient EV
19
0
$6.66
$3.04
EV Truck/SUV
30.4
0
$10.65
$4.87
Gas CO2
27 kg
EV CO2
9 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 14, 2026
Origin
Southern Pines, NC
Morning
in Southern Pines on Friday
Local time
6:36 AM
EDT
Current temp
59°F
Mostly Clear
SW 8 mph3% chanceLive forecast
Special Weather Statement
Special Weather Statement issued April 14 at 12:06AM EDT by NWS Blacksburg VA
Beach Hazards Statement
Beach Hazards Statement issued April 13 at 8:41PM EDT until April 14 at 8:00PM EDT by NWS Newport/Morehead City NC
Destination
High Point, NC
Morning
in High Point on Friday
Local time
6:36 AM
EDT
Current temp
59°F
Partly Cloudy
SW 6 mph5% chanceLive forecast
Special Weather Statement
Special Weather Statement issued April 14 at 12:06AM EDT by NWS Blacksburg VA
Beach Hazards Statement
Beach Hazards Statement issued April 13 at 8:41PM EDT until April 14 at 8:00PM EDT by NWS Newport/Morehead City NC
48°F
Troy, NC
38 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
Very similar conditions
Both ends of the route are sitting at about the same temperature right now.
Road read
1h 39m 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 Southern Pines, NC to High Point, NC covers 76.1 miles and takes about 1h 39m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 73, NC 211 Highway, I 74. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 38 miles from Southern Pines, NC. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $11.90 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 drive requires moderate attention. Across 76.1 miles you will encounter 9 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (Southwest Broad Street): Navigation decision point; at 23.2 miles: Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 23.5 miles (I 73; I 74; US 220): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
On the drive from Southern Pines, NC to High Point, NC, road signs begin pointing toward Winston-Salem along the way.
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
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