Origin
Hemby Bridge, NC
Morning in Hemby Bridge on Tuesday
Local time
8:50 AM
EDT
Current temp
79°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Hemby Bridge, 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
1h 39m
Distance
84.9 mi
137 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$13
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 32m
★
6 AM
1h 40m
8 AM
1h 55m
10 AM
1h 45m
12 PM
1h 44m
3 PM
1h 46m
5 PM
1h 54m
8 PM
1h 35m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Hemby Bridge, NC
Mark Stebnicki
Trip Overview
This 84.9-mile drive from Hemby Bridge, NC, to High Point, NC, is a straightforward 1-hour and 39-minute journey, making it an ideal day trip. Covering 94% highway, this route is focused on efficient travel between two points within the Southeast region. With an estimated fuel cost of $13, it's a budget-friendly option for a quick getaway or a necessary commute. You won't need to worry about overnight stays, allowing for maximum flexibility in your schedule. This trip offers a practical way to cover ground without extensive planning.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
42.5 miles from Hemby Bridge, NC
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 49m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Jeff Gordon Expressway | 38.9 mi | 43m |
| US 29 | 19 mi | 22m |
| Governor James G Martin Freeway | 17.4 mi | 18m |
| I 285 | 4.1 mi | 4m |
| Idlewild Road | 2.1 mi | 3m |
| South Main Street | 1.8 mi | 3m |
| Indian Trail Fairview Road | 0.2 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Jeff Gordon Expressway
— 38.9 mi, about 43m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Hemby Bridge, NC and High Point, NC.
1
Start on Indian Trail Fairview Road
0.2 mi
·
22 sec
·
Indian Trail Fairview Road
2
Turn right onto Idlewild Road
2.1 mi
·
3 min
·
Idlewild Road
3
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
42 sec
Toward I 485 North Outer: Concord
4
Merge onto I 485
17 mi
·
18 min
·
Governor James G Martin Freeway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
5
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
24 sec
Exit 30
Toward I 85: Spartanburg, Greensboro
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
Keep slight right at fork
0.6 mi
·
1 min
Toward I 85 North: Greensboro
Use the straight / right lanes.
7
Merge onto I 85
39 mi
·
43 min
·
Jeff Gordon Expressway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
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.
9
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
10
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.
11
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.
12
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
36 sec
Toward South Main Street, Archdale
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
13
Turn left onto South Main Street
1.8 mi
·
3 min
·
South Main Street
Use the straight lane.
14
Arrive at destination
South Main Street
Trip Plan
Given its short duration of under two hours, this route offers great flexibility. You can easily depart whenever it suits you, and with no designated stops, you can decide on your own pace for any brief breaks. The longest stretch is 38.9 miles, so plan for a quick fuel check before you depart Hemby Bridge, NC, to ensure you have enough for the 84.9-mile journey. The estimated fuel cost is around $13, so keep that in mind as you plan your budget for this efficient trip to High Point, NC.
Morning Departure
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch.
Evening Departure
Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
You may only need one short stretch break if traffic stays light.
The halfway point lands around 42.5 miles from Hemby Bridge, NC, or about 49m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 38.9 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 19 miles or 22m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 42.5 miles or 49m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 1h 24m
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 Hemby Bridge, NC so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Hemby Bridge, NC
This is one driving day of about 84.9 miles and 1h 39m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 19 miles from Hemby Bridge, NC.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on Jeff Gordon Expressway for about 38.9 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
42 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 19 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 42.5 miles from Hemby Bridge, 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 105 decision points cluster between mile 20.1 and 82.9 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
8
20.1 mi into trip
|
~23m in
Take the exit toward I 85: Spartanburg, Greensboro
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.
Exit 30
Toward I 85: Spartanburg, Greensboro
7
20.2 mi into trip
|
~23m in
Keep slight right at fork toward I 85 North: Greensboro
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
Toward I 85 North: Greensboro
8
59.8 mi into trip
|
~1h 9m 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...
8
67.4 mi into trip
|
~1h 18m 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
82.9 mi into trip
|
~1h 36m 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
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$13.28 one way
$26.55 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
30 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.34 | $14.52 | $29.03 |
| premium | $4.70 | $15.71 | $31.43 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $18.74 | $37.49 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$13
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$38–$63
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 29.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $9 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 25.5 | 0 | $8.91 | $4.08 |
| Efficient EV | 21.2 | 0 | $7.43 | $3.40 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 34 | 0 | $11.89 | $5.43 |
Gas CO2
30 kg
EV CO2
10 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 Tuesday
Local time
8:50 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
9 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
1h 39m 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 for this 84.9-mile trip. You'll spend most of your time on the Jeff Gordon Expressway, US 29, and the Governor James G Martin Freeway, with 94% of the route being highway. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 38.9 miles on the Jeff Gordon Expressway, offering a consistent pace. This drive is designed for efficiency, with minimal deviations from main thoroughfares, providing a direct and predictable journey.
94% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
14 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 38.9 mi on Jeff Gordon Expressway.
How Hard Is This Drive?
9/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Jeff Gordon Expressway and US 29. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 20.1 miles in.
Driving Effort
9/10
Demanding - stay alert through the decision-heavy sections
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 84.9 miles you will encounter 10 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: at 20.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 20.2 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 59.8 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.
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.
Between Hemby Bridge, NC and High Point, NC, road signs point toward Greensboro and Winston-Salem.
Greensboro
20.1 mi in
|
~23m
Winston-Salem
59.8 mi in
|
~1h 9m
|
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 1h 39m. Total distance: 84.9 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 39m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (94%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 38.9 miles on Jeff Gordon Expressway. 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 20.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 20.2 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 59.8 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.
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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