Origin
Gibsonville, NC
Late night in Gibsonville on Sunday
Local time
12:40 AM
EDT
Current temp
49°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Gibsonville, 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
40m
Distance
31.8 mi
51 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$5
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 37m
★
6 AM
0h 41m
8 AM
0h 48m
10 AM
0h 43m
12 PM
0h 42m
3 PM
0h 43m
5 PM
0h 47m
8 PM
0h 39m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Gibsonville, NC
Mark Stebnicki
Trip Overview
Gibsonville, NC to High Point, NC is 31.8 miles and takes about 40m via I 40, US 29, and NC 61, with a fuel budget near $5 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This is a short, straightforward drive connecting two points within North Carolina. You'll be primarily on major roadways, making it a practical option for a quick trip between these Southeast region destinations. Given the short distance and duration, this route is ideal for a same-day excursion with plenty of time for activities at your destination.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 40 | 13.5 mi | 16m |
| US 29 | 12.5 mi | 13m |
| NC 61 | 1.8 mi | 3m |
| Whitsett Avenue | 1.7 mi | 2m |
| South Main Street | 1.6 mi | 2m |
| West Main Street | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| Burke Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 40
— 13.5 mi, about 16m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Gibsonville, NC and High Point, NC.
1
Start on Burke Street
79 ft
·
7 sec
·
Burke Street
2
Turn left onto NC 100
0.2 mi
·
37 sec
·
West Main Street
3
Continue on NC 61; NC 100
1.7 mi
·
2 min
·
Whitsett Avenue
4
Turn slight left onto NC 61
1.8 mi
·
3 min
·
NC 61
5
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
29 sec
Toward I40 West, I85 South
6
Merge onto I 40; I 85
5.9 mi
·
6 min
·
I 40; I 85
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
Keep slight right at fork onto I 40
7.7 mi
·
9 min
·
I 40
Use the straight / slight left lanes.
8
Keep slight left at fork onto US 29
5.4 mi
·
5 min
·
US 29
Toward I 85 Business South, US 29 South, US 70 West: Charlotte
Use the left lane.
9
Keep slight right at fork onto US 29
7.1 mi
·
7 min
·
US 29
Toward US 29 South
Use the slight right lane.
10
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
35 sec
Toward South Main Street, Downtown
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
11
Turn right onto South Main Street
1.6 mi
·
2 min
·
South Main Street
Use the straight lane.
12
Arrive at destination
South Main Street
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 85 decision points cluster between mile 3.9 and 29.9 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
3.9 mi into trip
|
~7m in
|
I 40; I 85
Merge onto I 40; I 85
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
9.8 mi into trip
|
~14m in
|
I 40
Keep slight right at fork onto I 40
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight left lanes.
8
17.4 mi into trip
|
~23m in
|
US 29
Keep slight left at fork onto US 29 toward I 85 Business South, US 29 South, US 70 West: Charlotte
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the left lane.
Toward I 85 Business South, US 29 South, US 70...
7
22.8 mi into trip
|
~29m in
|
US 29
Keep slight right at fork onto US 29 toward US 29 South
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Toward US 29 South
7
29.9 mi into trip
|
~37m in
Take the exit toward South Main Street, Downtown
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, Downtown
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$4.97 one way
$9.95 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
11 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.34 | $5.44 | $10.87 |
| premium | $4.70 | $5.89 | $11.77 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $7.02 | $14.04 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$5
Estimated CO2 emission: 11.1 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $3 in charging · 0 stops · 64% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 9.5 | 0 | $3.34 | $1.53 |
| Efficient EV | 8 | 0 | $2.78 | $1.27 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 12.7 | 0 | $4.45 | $2.04 |
Gas CO2
11 kg
EV CO2
4 kg (64% 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 Sunday
Local time
12:40 AM
EDT
Current temp
56°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
7 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
40m 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?
This drive leans heavily towards highway travel, with 87% of the route on major roads. You can expect a consistent pace for most of the journey, particularly during the longest stretch of 13.5 miles on I 40. While the profile is largely highway-focused, there will be transitions between interstates and state-maintained highways like US 29 and NC 61. The shift in road type is generally smooth, designed for efficient transit rather than scenic exploration, keeping you moving steadily toward High Point.
87% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
12 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 13.5 mi on I 40.
How Hard Is This Drive?
9/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 40 and US 29. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 3.9 miles in near I 40; I 85.
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 8 decision points packed into just 31.8 miles, you will need to pay attention to lane changes and exits — but the whole thing is over in 40m.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 3.9 miles (I 40; I 85): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 9.8 miles (I 40): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 17.4 miles (US 29): 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 Gibsonville, NC to High Point, NC, road signs begin pointing toward Downtown along the way.
Downtown
29.9 mi in
|
~37m
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 40m. Total distance: 31.8 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
40m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (87%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 13.5 miles on I 40. 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 3.9 miles (I 40; I 85): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 9.8 miles (I 40): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 17.4 miles (US 29): 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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