Origin
Statesville, NC
Morning in Statesville on Saturday
Local time
6:22 AM
EDT
Current temp
55°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Statesville, 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 14m
Distance
59.9 mi
96 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$9
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 9m
★
6 AM
1h 14m
8 AM
1h 26m
10 AM
1h 19m
12 PM
1h 17m
3 PM
1h 19m
5 PM
1h 26m
8 PM
1h 11m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Statesville, NC
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Trip Overview
This straightforward 59.9-mile drive from Statesville, NC, to High Point, NC, is easily manageable in just about 1 hour and 14 minutes, making it an ideal day trip. With 85% of the journey on highways, you'll spend most of your time on I-40 and I-74. The estimated fuel cost is a budget-friendly $10, so you won't need to worry much about gas stops. This route is a practical choice for a quick transition between two locations within North Carolina. You'll find it to be a functional drive, perfect for when you need to get from point A to point B efficiently without extensive planning.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 14m. Total distance: 59.9 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 14m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (85%). Straightforward navigation.
Drive Character
Expect a highway-focused experience for the majority of this 59.9-mile trip, with 85% of the route utilizing major interstates like I-40 and I-74. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 41.3 miles on I-40, offering a chance to settle into a steady pace. While primarily interstate, you'll transition onto North Main Street closer to your destination. This drive is characterized by its efficiency, prioritizing speed and directness over scenic detours, so be prepared for a predominantly four-lane highway environment.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 13 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 41.3 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 early in the drive near US 21; US 64 / East Front Street.
Driving Effort
3/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 1h 14m drive. You will face about 7 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (US 21; US 64 / East Front Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.1 miles (US 21; US 64 / South Trade Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 4 miles (Old Mocksville Road): Navigation decision point.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 7 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
0 mi into trip
|
~0m in
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US 21; US 64 / East Front Street
Turn right onto US 21; US 64 / East Front Street
Navigation decision point
7
0.1 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
US 21; US 64 / South Trade Street
Turn left onto US 21; US 64 / South Trade Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
4
4 mi into trip
|
~7m in
|
Old Mocksville Road
Turn left onto Old Mocksville Road
Navigation decision point
5
4.6 mi into trip
|
~8m in
|
I 40
Merge onto I 40
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
45.8 mi into trip
|
~54m 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 | 41.3 mi | 45m |
| I 74 | 9.8 mi | 11m |
| North Main Street | 3.6 mi | 7m |
| Davie Avenue | 3.1 mi | 5m |
| Mocksville Highway | 0.6 mi | 1m |
| South Trade Street | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| East Front Street | 0.1 mi | <1m |
| Old Mocksville Road | 0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 40
— 41.3 mi, about 45m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Statesville, NC and High Point, NC.
1
Start on US 21; NC 115
50 ft
·
6 sec
·
South Center Street
2
Turn right onto US 21; US 64
0.1 mi
·
20 sec
·
East Front Street
3
Turn left onto US 21; US 64
0.2 mi
·
18 sec
·
South Trade Street
Use the straight / right lanes.
4
Turn right onto US 21; US 64
3.1 mi
·
5 min
·
Davie Avenue
5
Continue on US 64
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Mocksville Highway
6
Turn left onto Old Mocksville Road
0.1 mi
·
13 sec
·
Old Mocksville Road
7
Take the ramp
0.4 mi
·
55 sec
8
Merge onto I 40
41 mi
·
45 min
·
I 40
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9
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.
10
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
53 sec
11
Continue on this road
0.3 mi
·
29 sec
·
this road
Use the straight lane.
12
Continue on North Main Street
3.6 mi
·
7 min
·
North Main Street
Use the straight lane.
13
Arrive at destination
South Main Street
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 30 mi from Statesville, NC · 36m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
30 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 13 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 30 miles from Statesville, 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
$9.34 one way
$18.68 round trip
$3.96/gal
25.4 MPG avg
21 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.43 | $10.44 | $20.89 |
| premium | $4.78 | $11.27 | $22.54 |
| diesel | $5.62 | $13.26 | $26.53 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$9
Estimated CO2 emission: 21 kg one way.
Driving Electric?
About $6 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 18 | 0 | $6.29 | $2.88 |
| Efficient EV | 15 | 0 | $5.24 | $2.40 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 24 | 0 | $8.39 | $3.83 |
Gas CO2
21 kg
EV CO2
7 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
Morning in High Point on Saturday
Local time
6:22 AM
EDT
Current temp
56°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
1 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 14m 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 Statesville, NC to High Point, NC covers 59.9 miles and takes about 1h 14m 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 30 miles from Statesville, NC. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $9.34 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 14m drive. You will face about 7 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (US 21; US 64 / East Front Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.1 miles (US 21; US 64 / South Trade Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 4 miles (Old Mocksville Road): Navigation decision point.
The route from Statesville, 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. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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