Origin
Fairview, NC
Morning in Fairview on Sunday
Local time
6:13 AM
EDT
Current temp
70°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Fairview, NC to High Point, NC
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
3h 13m
Distance
163.9 mi
264 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$26
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
3h 2m
★
6 AM
3h 14m
8 AM
3h 37m
10 AM
3h 22m
12 PM
3h 20m
3 PM
3h 23m
5 PM
3h 36m
8 PM
3h 7m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Fairview, NC
Mark Stebnicki
Trip Overview
This 163.9-mile drive from Fairview to High Point, North Carolina, is designed for efficiency, taking approximately 3 hours and 13 minutes. It's a straightforward, highway-focused trip that's perfectly suited as a single-day excursion, so you won't need to worry about overnight accommodations. The estimated fuel cost for this journey is around $26, making it an economical option. You'll primarily be on I-40, I-74, and Charlotte Highway, with a substantial 93% of the route being on highways. Given that both your origin and destination are within the Southeast region, expect a consistent feel throughout this relatively short, practical journey.
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
81.9 miles from Fairview, NC
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 36m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 40 | 142 mi | 2h 41m |
| I 74 | 9.8 mi | 11m |
| Charlotte Highway | 7.1 mi | 10m |
| North Main Street | 3.6 mi | 7m |
| Billy Graham Freeway | 0.4 mi | <1m |
| Gashes Creek Road | 0.1 mi | <1m |
| Merrill Drive | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| South Main Street | — | — |
Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.
Longest stretch:
I 40
— 142 mi, about 2h 41m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Fairview, NC and High Point, NC.
1
Start on Merrill Drive
29 ft
·
3 sec
·
Merrill Drive
2
Turn right onto US 74A
7.1 mi
·
10 min
·
Charlotte Highway
Use the straight / slight left lanes.
3
Turn right onto Gashes Creek Road
0.1 mi
·
9 sec
·
Gashes Creek Road
Use the right lane.
4
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
27 sec
5
Merge onto I 240
0.4 mi
·
29 sec
·
Billy Graham Freeway
6
Merge onto I 40
142 mi
·
2 hr 41 min
·
I 40
Use the straight lane.
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
Trip Plan
For this 3-hour and 13-minute drive, starting your journey in the morning will give you ample time to reach High Point without feeling rushed. With only one recommended stop and the longest stretch on I-40 being 142 miles, you can plan your breaks strategically. Consider stopping for fuel before you leave Fairview, as the $26 fuel estimate suggests a straightforward refueling need. Since this is a manageable one-day trip, you have the flexibility to depart when it's most convenient for you.
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 81.9 miles from Fairview, NC, or about 1h 36m 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 36 miles or 44m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 81.9 miles or 1h 36m 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 35m
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 Fairview, 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.
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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 Fairview, NC
This is one driving day of about 163.9 miles and 3h 13m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 36 miles from Fairview, 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.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
82 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 36 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 81.9 miles from Fairview, 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.
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 75 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 149.8 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
0 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
US 74A / Charlotte Highway
Turn right onto US 74A / Charlotte Highway
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight left lanes.
5
7.1 mi into trip
|
~10m in
|
Gashes Creek Road
Turn right onto Gashes Creek Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
3
7.2 mi into trip
|
~11m in
Take the ramp
Navigation decision point
5
7.8 mi into trip
|
~12m in
|
I 40
Merge onto I 40
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
7
149.8 mi into trip
|
~2h 53m 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
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$25.63 one way
$51.26 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
57 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.34 | $28.02 | $56.05 |
| premium | $4.70 | $30.33 | $60.67 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $36.19 | $72.37 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$26
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$51–$76
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 57.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $17 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 49.2 | 0 | $17.21 | $7.87 |
| Efficient EV | 41 | 0 | $14.34 | $6.56 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 65.6 | 0 | $22.95 | $10.49 |
Gas CO2
57 kg
EV CO2
19 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 Sunday
Local time
6:13 AM
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
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
18 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
3h 13m 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.
What kind of drive is this?
Expect a predominantly highway-focused experience on this route, with 93% of your travel occurring on major roadways. The drive features a significant 142-mile stretch on I-40, offering long, uninterrupted periods of cruising. While the majority of the journey is on high-speed interstates, you'll also navigate sections of I-74 and Charlotte Highway, which maintain a similar rapid pace. This isn't a route for winding scenic byways; instead, it prioritizes covering distance efficiently, allowing you to reach your destination with minimal detours.
93% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
11 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 142 mi on I 40.
How Hard Is This Drive?
4/10
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 74A / Charlotte Highway.
Driving Effort
4/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 3h 13m 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 74A / Charlotte Highway): Lane positioning matters here; at 7.1 miles (Gashes Creek Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 7.2 miles: Navigation decision point.
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.
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 3h 13m. Total distance: 163.9 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
3h 13m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (93%). Straightforward navigation.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 142 miles on I 40. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
We did not find dedicated rest areas on this route. For a drive this long, plan bathroom and stretch breaks around gas stations, fast-food stops, or small-town downtowns — check the Nearby Places section for options.
Yes, with realistic expectations. Build in a stop roughly every 2 hours, have snacks and activities ready, and check the Nearby Places tabs for kid-friendly stops along the way.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (US 74A / Charlotte Highway): Lane positioning matters here; at 7.1 miles (Gashes Creek Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 7.2 miles: Navigation decision point.
Possible but tiring. At 3.2 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 6.5 hours — manageable with a long break at High Point, NC, but most travelers stay overnight.
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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