Origin
China Grove, NC
Morning in China Grove on Tuesday
Local time
11:44 AM
EDT
Current temp
80°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from China Grove, NC to High Point, NC
Pin this tripCompiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 21, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
55m
Distance
45.9 mi
74 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.
China Grove, NC
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Trip Overview
This straightforward 45.9-mile drive from China Grove to High Point, North Carolina, can be completed in about 55 minutes, making it an ideal day trip within the Southeast region. With 94% of the journey on highways, you'll spend most of your time on major routes like US 29, I-85, and I-285. The estimated fuel cost is a modest $7, so you won't break the bank on this short excursion. Since there are no planned stops and the drive is so brief, it offers a lot of flexibility for when you want to depart and arrive. This route is perfect for a quick connection between two points in North Carolina without needing an overnight stay.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| US 29 | 20 mi | 24m |
| I 85 | 18.6 mi | 20m |
| I 285 | 4.1 mi | 4m |
| South Main Street | 1.9 mi | 3m |
| East Centerview Street | 0.4 mi | <1m |
| NC 152 | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| Patterson Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
US 29
— 20 mi, about 24m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between China Grove, NC and High Point, NC.
1
Start on Patterson Street
81 ft
·
4 sec
·
Patterson Street
2
Turn left onto South Main Street
0.1 mi
·
26 sec
·
South Main Street
3
Turn right onto East Centerview Street
0.4 mi
·
53 sec
·
East Centerview Street
4
At end of road, turn left onto US 29
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
US 29
5
Keep slight right at fork onto US 29; NC 152
0.3 mi
·
32 sec
·
US 29; NC 152
6
Enter roundabout onto NC 152
91 ft
·
1 sec
·
NC 152
7
Continue on NC 152
0.1 mi
·
11 sec
·
NC 152
8
Enter roundabout onto NC 152
76 ft
·
1 sec
·
NC 152
9
Continue on NC 152
0.1 mi
·
12 sec
·
NC 152
10
Enter roundabout
164 ft
·
2 sec
11
Continue
0.3 mi
·
41 sec
12
Merge onto I 85; US 601
15 mi
·
16 min
·
I 85; US 601
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
13
Continue on I 85; US 29; US 52; US 70
3.8 mi
·
4 min
·
I 85; US 29; US 52; US 70
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
14
Keep slight right at fork onto I 285; US 29; US 52; US 70
4.1 mi
·
4 min
·
I 285; US 29; US 52; US 70
Toward I 285 North, US 52 North: Lexington, Winston-Salem
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
15
Keep slight right at fork onto US 29; US 70
1.9 mi
·
2 min
·
US 29; US 70
Toward US 29 North, US 70 East: High Point
16
Continue on US 29; US 64; US 70
1.6 mi
·
2 min
·
US 29; US 64; US 70
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
17
Keep slight left at fork onto US 29; US 70
16 mi
·
17 min
·
US 29; US 70
Toward I 85 Business North, US 29 North, US 70 East: High Point
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
18
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
36 sec
Toward South Main Street, Archdale
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
19
Turn left onto South Main Street
1.8 mi
·
3 min
·
South Main Street
Use the straight lane.
20
Arrive at destination
South Main Street
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
23 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 10 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 22.9 miles from China Grove, NC, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 135 decision points cluster between mile 20.8 and 44.1 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
8
20.8 mi into trip
|
~25m in
|
I 285; US 29; US 52; US 70
Keep slight right at fork onto I 285; US 29; US 52; US 70 toward I 285 North, US 52 North: Lexington, Winston-Salem
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward I 285 North, US 52 North: Lexington, Win...
6
24.8 mi into trip
|
~29m in
|
US 29; US 70
Keep slight right at fork onto US 29; US 70 toward US 29 North, US 70 East: High Point
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward US 29 North, US 70 East: High Point
8
28.3 mi into trip
|
~34m in
|
US 29; US 70
Keep slight left at fork onto US 29; US 70 toward I 85 Business North, US 29 North, US 70 East: High Point
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward I 85 Business North, US 29 North, US 70...
7
43.8 mi into trip
|
~52m in
Take the exit toward South Main Street, Archdale
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward South Main Street, Archdale
6
44.1 mi into trip
|
~52m in
|
South Main Street
Turn left onto South Main Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$7.18 one way
$14.36 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
16 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.34 | $7.85 | $15.70 |
| premium | $4.70 | $8.50 | $16.99 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $10.13 | $20.27 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$7
Estimated CO2 emission: 16.1 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $5 in charging · 0 stops · 69% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 13.8 | 0 | $4.82 | $2.20 |
| Efficient EV | 11.5 | 0 | $4.02 | $1.84 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 18.4 | 0 | $6.43 | $2.94 |
Gas CO2
16 kg
EV CO2
5 kg (69% 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 Tuesday
Local time
11:44 AM
EDT
Current temp
78°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
76°F
Lexington, NC
23 mi in
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
2 degrees cooler 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
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.
What kind of drive is this?
Expect a highway-focused profile for nearly the entire 45.9 miles, with a substantial 94% of the drive occurring on major interstates and US highways. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 20 miles on US 29, offering a consistent pace for that segment. While the majority is highway driving, be aware that transitions between US 29, I-85, and I-285 will involve changes in speed and road type. This route generally maintains a steady flow, characteristic of connecting urban and suburban areas in North Carolina, rather than offering winding backroads or particularly scenic vistas.
94% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
20 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 20 mi on US 29.
How Hard Is This Drive?
9/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US 29 and I 85. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 20.8 miles in near I 285; US 29; US 52; US 70.
Driving Effort
9/10
Focused - lots of decisions in a short distance, but it is over quickly
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a short but busy drive. With 13 decision points packed into just 45.9 miles, you will need to pay attention to lane changes and exits — but the whole thing is over in 55m.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 20.8 miles (I 285; US 29; US 52; US 70): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 24.8 miles (US 29; US 70): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 28.3 miles (US 29; US 70): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
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 China Grove, NC to High Point, NC, road signs begin pointing toward Winston-Salem along the way.
Winston-Salem
20.8 mi in
|
~25m
|
via I 285; US 29; US 52; US 70
About the Cities
Arriving in High Point, NC
Full guide →High Point is part of the Piedmont Triad in North Carolina, along with Greensboro and Winston-Salem. High Point is often referred to as the furniture capital of the world due not only to the large number of furniture manufactures in the area, but also because of the International Home Furnishings Markets held each spring and fall. Over 8 million square feet of showroom space is used to draw over 70,000 people from all over the world to each market. This nearly doubles the population of High Point resulting in an economic boom to the entire Triad Area as hotel and motel rooms sell out and many residents rent out rooms, floors, or even their entire home for all or part of the 7 to 10 days during the market period.
Top landmarks
- • Highland Cotton Mills Village Historic District — historic district in High Point, North Carolina
- • Pickett Cotton Mills — historic industrial property at 1200 Redding Drive in southwestern High Point, N...
City content from Wikivoyage (CC BY-SA 4.0) and Wikidata (CC0).
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 55m. Total distance: 45.9 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 (94%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 20 miles on US 29. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
It helps. This route has a higher-than-average number of complex decision points, which get harder in the dark. If the last hour of the trip is on surface roads or mountain grades, aim to arrive at High Point, NC before sunset when you can. Check the Trip Plan for departure windows that land you in daylight.
Yes. At under 2 hours behind the wheel, this works well for families — plan one quick stop if you have younger kids.
The main spots that need attention: at 20.8 miles (I 285; US 29; US 52; US 70): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 24.8 miles (US 29; US 70): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 28.3 miles (US 29; US 70): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at High Point, NC before heading back.
How this page is built
Compiled by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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