Origin
Yadkinville, NC
Night in Yadkinville on Thursday
Local time
11:39 PM
EDT
Current temp
45°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Yadkinville, NC to High Point, NC
Last recalculated Apr 17, 2026
Drive Time
55m
Distance
42.4 mi
68 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$7
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 51m
★
6 AM
0h 56m
8 AM
1h 5m
10 AM
0h 59m
12 PM
0h 58m
3 PM
0h 59m
5 PM
1h 4m
8 PM
0h 53m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Yadkinville, NC
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Trip Overview
Traveling from Yadkinville to High Point is a straightforward 42.3-mile journey that typically takes about 46 minutes to complete. Because of the manageable duration, this trip is perfectly suited as a simple day trip, requiring no overnight stays. You can expect to spend approximately $7 on fuel for the one-way transit. Navigating through the Southeast, you will utilize a combination of South State Street, I-40 East, and I-74 East to reach your destination. This route offers a practical connection between these two North Carolina towns, making it an efficient choice for those looking to reach High Point without a complicated itinerary.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 55m. Total distance: 42.4 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
55m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (84%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Drive Character
Expect a turn-heavy local drive as you transition between your starting point and the major interstates. While the journey covers 42.3 miles, you won't find long, monotonous highway stretches here; in fact, the longest uninterrupted segment is 0 miles on South State Street. The road profile is characterized by frequent shifts rather than a high-speed highway grind, so stay alert behind the wheel. Because the highway share is 0 percent, the experience feels more like a localized commute than an open-road cruise. You will need to stay focused on navigating the turns as the route progresses toward High Point.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 11 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 18.6 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US 421 and I 74. You will hit about 7 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near US 601 / South State Street.
Driving Effort
6/10
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 42.4 miles you will encounter 7 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 (US 601 / South State Street): Navigation decision point; at 1.4 miles (US 421): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 20 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 7 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
|
US 601 / South State Street
Turn left onto US 601 / South State Street
Navigation decision point
5
1.4 mi into trip
|
~3m in
|
US 421
Merge onto US 421
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
7
20 mi into trip
|
~24m 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
5
21 mi into trip
|
~26m in
|
I 40
Merge onto I 40
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
28.2 mi into trip
|
~35m 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 |
|---|---|---|
| US 421 | 18.6 mi | 21m |
| I 74 | 9.8 mi | 11m |
| I 40 | 7.3 mi | 8m |
| North Main Street | 3.6 mi | 7m |
| South State Street | 1.1 mi | 2m |
| East Main Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| South Main Street | — | — |
Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.
Longest stretch:
US 421
— 18.6 mi, about 21m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Yadkinville, NC and High Point, NC.
1
Start on East Main Street
46 ft
·
6 sec
·
East Main Street
2
Turn left onto US 601
1.1 mi
·
2 min
·
South State Street
3
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
29 sec
4
Merge onto US 421
19 mi
·
21 min
·
US 421
Use the straight / right lanes.
5
Take the exit
1.0 mi
·
2 min
Exit 238
Toward I 40 East: Greensboro
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
Merge onto I 40
7.3 mi
·
8 min
·
I 40
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
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.
8
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
53 sec
9
Continue on this road
0.3 mi
·
29 sec
·
this road
Use the straight lane.
10
Continue on North Main Street
3.6 mi
·
7 min
·
North Main Street
Use the straight lane.
11
Arrive at destination
South Main Street
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 21.2 mi from Yadkinville, NC · 27m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
21 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 42 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 21.2 miles from Yadkinville, NC, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in High Point, NC
Allow a few extra minutes for the final approach into High Point, NC if you are unfamiliar with the area.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$6.63 one way
$13.26 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
15 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.34 | $7.25 | $14.50 |
| premium | $4.70 | $7.85 | $15.69 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $9.36 | $18.72 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$7
Estimated CO2 emission: 14.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $4 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 12.7 | 0 | $4.45 | $2.04 |
| Efficient EV | 10.6 | 0 | $3.71 | $1.70 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 17 | 0 | $5.94 | $2.71 |
Gas CO2
15 kg
EV CO2
5 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
Night in High Point on Thursday
Local time
11:39 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
43 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
55m 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 Yadkinville, NC to High Point, NC covers 42.4 miles and takes about 55m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are US 421, I 74, I 40. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 21.2 miles from Yadkinville, NC. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $6.63 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 42.4 miles you will encounter 7 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 (US 601 / South State Street): Navigation decision point; at 1.4 miles (US 421): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 20 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
The route from Yadkinville, NC to High Point, NC does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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