Origin
Weaverville, NC
Late night in Weaverville on Friday
Local time
4:41 AM
EDT
Current temp
72°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Weaverville, NC to High Point, NC
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 17, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
3h 23m
Distance
170.6 mi
275 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$27
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
3h 12m
★
6 AM
3h 24m
8 AM
3h 48m
10 AM
3h 32m
12 PM
3h 30m
3 PM
3h 33m
5 PM
3h 47m
8 PM
3h 16m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Weaverville, NC
Mark Stebnicki
Trip Overview
This 170.6-mile drive from Weaverville, NC to High Point, NC is comfortably managed as a single-day trip, taking an estimated 3 hours and 23 minutes. Your journey will primarily utilize I-40, I-74, and I-26, with a significant 96% of the route being highway driving. Expect a fuel cost of around $27 for this trek through the Southeast region. This is a straightforward, highway-focused route designed for efficient travel, making it an ideal option when you want to get from point A to point B without too much fuss.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
85.3 miles from Weaverville, NC
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 42m into the drive .
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 3h 23m. Total distance: 170.6 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
3h 23m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (96%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Drive Character
Prepare for a highway-centric experience, as 96% of this route consists of interstates. You'll cover a substantial longest stretch of 142 miles on I-40, meaning extended periods of consistent speed and minimal turns. The profile of this drive is consistently 'highway-focused,' suggesting a predictable and direct journey. While not explicitly detailed, the nature of interstate travel means you'll experience a steady pace with limited opportunities for spontaneous scenic detours off the main path.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 20 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 142 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 40 and I 74. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near Central Avenue.
Driving Effort
7/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 12 significant decision points across 170.6 miles, you will need to stay alert - especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (Central Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 0.1 miles (Alabama Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 8.7 miles (US 70): Highway fork - watch signs carefully.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 12 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
4
0 mi into trip
|
~0m in
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Central Avenue
Turn right onto Central Avenue
Navigation decision point
4
0.1 mi into trip
|
~0m in
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Alabama Avenue
Turn left onto Alabama Avenue
Navigation decision point
5
8.7 mi into trip
|
~13m in
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US 70
Keep slight right at fork onto US 70
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
5
14.6 mi into trip
|
~21m in
|
I 40
Merge onto I 40
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
7
156.5 mi into trip
|
~3h 3m 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 | 142 mi | 2h 41m |
| I 74 | 9.8 mi | 11m |
| I 26 | 5.9 mi | 7m |
| Billy Graham Freeway | 5.7 mi | 7m |
| North Main Street | 3.6 mi | 7m |
| Merrimon Avenue | 1.6 mi | 3m |
| US 70 | 0.4 mi | <1m |
| Weaverville Road | 0.4 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 40
— 142 mi, about 2h 41m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Weaverville, NC and High Point, NC.
1
Start on Merchants Alley
201 ft
·
10 sec
·
Merchants Alley
2
Turn right onto Central Avenue
257 ft
·
16 sec
·
Central Avenue
3
Turn left onto Alabama Avenue
363 ft
·
15 sec
·
Alabama Avenue
4
Turn slight right onto US 19 Business
1.6 mi
·
3 min
·
Merrimon Avenue
5
Continue on US 19 Business
0.4 mi
·
55 sec
·
Weaverville Road
6
Turn slight right
382 ft
·
16 sec
7
Turn right onto SR 1740
0.2 mi
·
15 sec
·
New Stock Road
8
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
21 sec
9
Merge onto I 26; US 19; US 23; US 25; US 70
1.7 mi
·
2 min
·
I 26; US 19; US 23; US 25; US 70
10
Continue on I 26; US 19; US 23; US 70
4.2 mi
·
5 min
·
I 26; US 19; US 23; US 70
11
Keep slight left at fork onto US 70
0.2 mi
·
19 sec
·
US 70
12
Keep slight right at fork onto US 70
0.2 mi
·
19 sec
·
US 70
13
Merge onto I 240; US 70; US 74A
4.5 mi
·
6 min
·
Billy Graham Freeway
14
Keep slight left at fork onto I 240
1.1 mi
·
1 min
·
Billy Graham Freeway
15
Merge onto I 40
142 mi
·
2 hr 41 min
·
I 40
Use the straight lane.
16
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.
17
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
53 sec
18
Continue on this road
0.3 mi
·
29 sec
·
this road
Use the straight lane.
19
Continue on North Main Street
3.6 mi
·
7 min
·
North Main Street
Use the straight lane.
20
Arrive at destination
South Main Street
Trip Plan
Given the 3-hour 23-minute duration, starting your drive in the morning will allow you to reach High Point with plenty of daylight. With only one recommended stop for this 170.6-mile journey, you have flexibility in pacing. Consider utilizing the longest stretch of 142 miles on I-40 as an opportunity to settle in and cover significant ground before needing to plan for a break. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, especially before entering longer interstate segments, as services can be spaced out on highway-focused routes like this one, with an estimated fuel cost of $27.
Morning Departure
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Evening Departure
A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 85.3 miles from Weaverville, NC, or about 1h 42m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 142 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 38 miles or 48m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 85.3 miles or 1h 42m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 2h 44m
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 Weaverville, 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.
+
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 Weaverville, NC
This is one driving day of about 170.6 miles and 3h 23m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 38 miles from Weaverville, NC.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Plan about 1 real break rather than only quick fuel stops.
The longest stretch is on I 40 for about 142 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 85.3 mi from Weaverville, NC · 1h 42m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
85 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 38 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 85.3 miles from Weaverville, 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 142 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.
After long uninterrupted mileage, take five minutes before the last urban segment to reset and refocus on exits, merges, and city traffic.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$26.68 one way
$53.36 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
60 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.34 | $29.17 | $58.34 |
| premium | $4.70 | $31.57 | $63.15 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $37.67 | $75.33 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$27
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$52–$77
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 59.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $18 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 51.2 | 0 | $17.91 | $8.19 |
| Efficient EV | 42.7 | 0 | $14.93 | $6.82 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 68.2 | 0 | $23.88 | $10.92 |
Gas CO2
60 kg
EV CO2
20 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
Late night in High Point on Friday
Local time
4:41 AM
EDT
Current temp
72°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
73°F
Salem, NC
85 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
3h 23m 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 Weaverville, NC to High Point, NC covers 170.6 miles and takes about 3h 23m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 40, I 74, I 26. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 85.3 miles from Weaverville, NC. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $26.68 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left. A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
Plan about 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, or rest. A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
This is a demanding drive. With 12 significant decision points across 170.6 miles, you will need to stay alert - especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (Central Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 0.1 miles (Alabama Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 8.7 miles (US 70): Highway fork - watch signs carefully.
The route from Weaverville, NC to High Point, NC does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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 methodology page documents refresh cadence, editorial standards, and known limitations.
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