Origin
Thurmond, NC
Evening in Thurmond on Thursday
Local time
7:42 PM
EDT
Current temp
50°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Thurmond, NC to High Point, NC
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
1h 28m
Distance
69.7 mi
112 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$11
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 21m
★
6 AM
1h 28m
8 AM
1h 42m
10 AM
1h 33m
12 PM
1h 32m
3 PM
1h 34m
5 PM
1h 41m
8 PM
1h 24m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Thurmond, NC
Mark Stebnicki
Trip Overview
The drive from Thurmond, NC to High Point, NC covers 69.7 miles and takes about 1h 28m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on US 421, US 21 BYP, I 74 for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 27.6 miles on US 421. At current regular gas prices, budget about $10.90 one way before food or hotel costs.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 28m. Total distance: 69.7 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 28m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (91%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Drive Character
This is a 1h 28m highway drive covering 69.7 miles, with most of the trip on US 421 and US 21 BYP. The longest continuous stretch is about 27.6 miles on US 421.
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.
US 421 is the longest continuous segment at about 27.6 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US 421 and US 21 BYP. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 7 miles in near US 21 BYP.
Driving Effort
8/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 69.7 miles you will encounter 10 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: at 7 miles (US 21 BYP): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 19.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 19.7 miles (US 421): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 10 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
6
7 mi into trip
|
~10m in
|
US 21 BYP
Keep slight left at fork onto US 21 BYP
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
5
19.5 mi into trip
|
~25m in
Take the exit toward US 421 South: Yadkinville, Winston-Salem
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward US 421 South: Yadkinville, Winston-Salem
5
19.7 mi into trip
|
~25m in
|
US 421
Merge onto US 421
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
7
47.3 mi into trip
|
~57m in
Take the exit toward I 40 East: Greensboro
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 238
Toward I 40 East: Greensboro
7
55.5 mi into trip
|
~1h 7m 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
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 Thurmond, NC to High Point, NC, road signs begin pointing toward Winston-Salem along the way.
Winston-Salem
19.5 mi in
|
~25m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| US 421 | 27.6 mi | 31m |
| US 21 BYP | 12.5 mi | 14m |
| I 74 | 9.8 mi | 11m |
| I 40 | 7.3 mi | 8m |
| US 21 | 6.4 mi | 9m |
| North Main Street | 3.6 mi | 7m |
| Thurmond Road | 0.4 mi | <1m |
| North Center Church Road | 0.2 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
US 421
— 27.6 mi, about 31m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Thurmond, NC and High Point, NC.
1
Start on Billings Lane
65 ft
·
8 sec
·
Billings Lane
2
Turn left onto Thurmond Road
0.4 mi
·
54 sec
·
Thurmond Road
3
Turn right onto North Center Church Road
0.2 mi
·
41 sec
·
North Center Church Road
4
Turn left onto US 21
6.4 mi
·
9 min
·
US 21
5
Keep slight left at fork onto US 21 BYP
13 mi
·
14 min
·
US 21 BYP
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
31 sec
Toward US 421 South: Yadkinville, Winston-Salem
7
Merge onto US 421
28 mi
·
31 min
·
US 421
Use the straight / right lanes.
8
Take the exit
1.0 mi
·
2 min
Exit 238
Toward I 40 East: Greensboro
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Merge onto I 40
7.3 mi
·
8 min
·
I 40
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
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
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 34.8 mi from Thurmond, NC · 42m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
35 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 15 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 34.8 miles from Thurmond, 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
$10.90 one way
$21.80 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
24 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.34 | $11.92 | $23.84 |
| premium | $4.70 | $12.90 | $25.80 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $15.39 | $30.78 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$11
Estimated CO2 emission: 24.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $7 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 20.9 | 0 | $7.32 | $3.35 |
| Efficient EV | 17.4 | 0 | $6.10 | $2.79 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 27.9 | 0 | $9.76 | $4.46 |
Gas CO2
24 kg
EV CO2
8 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
Evening in High Point on Thursday
Local time
7:42 PM
EDT
Current temp
88°F
Sunny
SW 8 to 15 mph
0% chance
Live forecast
Special Weather Statement
Special Weather Statement issued April 16 at 6:18AM EDT by NWS Wilmington NC
Special Weather Statement
Special Weather Statement issued April 16 at 5:50AM EDT by NWS Greenville-Spartanburg SC
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
38 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 28m 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 Thurmond, NC to High Point, NC covers 69.7 miles and takes about 1h 28m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are US 421, US 21 BYP, 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 34.8 miles from Thurmond, NC. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $10.90 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 69.7 miles you will encounter 10 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: at 7 miles (US 21 BYP): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 19.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 19.7 miles (US 421): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
On the drive from Thurmond, NC to High Point, NC, road signs begin pointing toward Winston-Salem along the way.
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