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Trip from High Point, NC to Bethlehem, NC

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Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 21, 2026 · Editorial standards

Drive Time

1h 56m

Distance

91.8 mi

148 km

Drive Score

7/10

Good drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$14

one way

EV Charging

Unknown

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 25 min
4 AM
1h 48m ★
6 AM
1h 56m
8 AM
2h 13m
10 AM
2h 2m
12 PM
2h 0m
3 PM
2h 3m
5 PM
2h 12m
8 PM
1h 51m

Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.

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Bethlehem, NC

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Trip Overview

This 91.8-mile drive from High Point, North Carolina, to Bethlehem, North Carolina, is easily manageable as a single-day trip, taking approximately 1 hour and 56 minutes. The route is primarily highway-focused, with an estimated fuel cost of $14. You'll be spending most of your time on major interstates like I-40 and I-74, making for a straightforward journey through the Southeast region. Given its relatively short length and efficient road structure, this trip is ideal for a quick transfer or a leisurely exploration without needing an overnight stay.

Trip Pace

Same-day drive is realistic

A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.

Midpoint

45.9 miles from High Point, NC

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 57m into the drive .

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
I 40 65 mi 1h 13m
I 74 9.6 mi 11m
South Main Street 3.9 mi 8m
North Center Street 2.4 mi 4m
West 1st Street 2.1 mi 3m
McDonald Parkway 1.8 mi 2m
Tate Boulevard 1.6 mi 2m
16th Street Northeast 1.3 mi 2m
Longest stretch: I 40 — 65 mi, about 1h 13m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between High Point, NC and Bethlehem, NC.

1

Start on South Main Street

3.9 mi · 8 min · South Main Street
Use the straight / right lanes.
2

Continue on this road

0.9 mi · 1 min · this road
Use the left / straight lanes.
3

Merge onto I 74

8.6 mi · 9 min · I 74
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
4

Keep slight left at fork onto I 74

1.0 mi · 1 min · I 74
Toward I 40 West: Winston-Salem, Statesville
5

Merge onto I 40

65 mi · 1 hr 13 min · I 40
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6

Take the exit

0.4 mi · 47 sec
Exit 130 Toward Old US 70
7

Turn right onto West 1st Street

2.1 mi · 3 min · West 1st Street
8

Continue on Tate Boulevard

1.6 mi · 2 min · Tate Boulevard
9

Turn right onto McDonald Parkway

1.8 mi · 2 min · McDonald Parkway
10

Continue on 24th Street Northeast

0.4 mi · 51 sec · 24th Street Northeast
11

Turn straight onto 29th Avenue Drive Northeast

1.1 mi · 1 min · 29th Avenue Drive Northeast
12

Turn right onto 16th Street Northeast

1.3 mi · 2 min · 16th Street Northeast
13

Turn slight left onto Cloninger Mill Road Northeast

1.1 mi · 2 min · Cloninger Mill Road Northeast
14

Turn right onto NC 127

2.4 mi · 4 min · North Center Street
15

Turn right onto Telephone Exchange Road

123 ft · 5 sec · Telephone Exchange Road
16

Arrive at destination

Telephone Exchange Road

Trip Plan

With a total duration of under two hours, this trip offers flexibility, so consider leaving mid-morning to avoid early rush hour traffic. No specific stops are noted, but you'll want to factor in quick breaks during the 65-mile stretch on I-40 if needed. Keep an eye on your fuel; the estimated cost is $14, and major highways typically offer ample service stations. Given the straightforward nature of the route, focus on enjoying the direct path rather than searching for unique detours.

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 45.9 miles from High Point, NC, or about 57m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 65 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 20 miles or 28m in

Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.

Halfway reset

Around 45.9 miles or 57m 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 30m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Bethlehem, NC than in the middle of the route.

Before You Leave

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Open the route before leaving High Point, NC so your first major turns are already loaded.

Day 1

Settle into the route from High Point, NC

This is one driving day of about 91.8 miles and 1h 56m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 20 miles from High Point, NC.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on I 40 for about 65 miles.

Where to Stop

Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.

town in Davie County, North Carolina, United States of America

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Mocksville, NC

46 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

Winston-Salem, NC

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 20 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Mocksville, NC

Meal break

The midpoint is around 45.9 miles from High Point, NC, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Before the longest stretch

Fuel check

Top up before I 40 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 65 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 9

5 decision points cluster between mile 4.8 and 91.8 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.

5
4.8 mi into trip | ~10m in | I 74

Merge onto I 74

Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
13.5 mi into trip | ~20m in | I 74

Keep slight left at fork onto I 74 toward I 40 West: Winston-Salem, Statesville

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Toward I 40 West: Winston-Salem, Statesville
5
14.5 mi into trip | ~22m in | I 40

Merge onto I 40

Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / slight right lanes.
5
79.5 mi into trip | ~1h 35m in

Take the exit toward Old US 70

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early

Exit 130 Toward Old US 70
4
91.8 mi into trip | ~1h 56m in | Telephone Exchange Road

Turn right onto Telephone Exchange Road

Navigation decision point

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$14.36 one way

$28.71 round trip

$3.97/gal 25.4 MPG avg 32 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.34 $15.70 $31.39
premium $4.70 $16.99 $33.98
diesel $5.61 $20.27 $40.54

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$14

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$39–$64

Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.

Estimated CO2 emission: 32.1 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $10 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 27.5 0 $9.64 $4.41
Efficient EV 23 0 $8.03 $3.67
EV Truck/SUV 36.7 0 $12.85 $5.88

Gas CO2

32 kg

EV CO2

11 kg (66% 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.

Forecast as of Apr 16, 2026

Origin

High Point, NC

Morning in High Point on Tuesday

Local time

6:25 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

Destination

Bethlehem, NC

Morning in Bethlehem on Tuesday

Local time

6:25 AM

EDT

Current temp

53°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

56°F

Mocksville, NC

46 mi in

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

35 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

1h 56m 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 highway-focused experience for 83% of this 91.8-mile journey, predominantly utilizing I-40 and I-74. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 65 miles on I-40, offering a consistent pace. While the majority is on faster roads, the final portion may involve transitioning to local streets like South Main Street as you reach Bethlehem. This profile suggests a drive that prioritizes direct travel over winding scenic byways, keeping your time on the road efficient.

83% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
16 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 65 mi on I 40.

How Hard Is This Drive?

6/10

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 40 and I 74. You will hit about 9 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 4.8 miles in near I 74.

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 91.8 miles you will encounter 9 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 4.8 miles (I 74): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 13.5 miles (I 74): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 14.5 miles (I 40): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.

Towns Mentioned on Route Signs

Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.

Between High Point, NC and Bethlehem, NC, road signs point toward Statesville and Old Us 70.

Statesville

13.5 mi in | ~20m | via I 74

Old Us 70

79.5 mi in | ~1h 35m

About the Cities

Starting 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 56m. Total distance: 91.8 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

1h 56m drive, comfortable solo distance.

First-Time Driver

Mostly highway driving (83%). Some complex stretches to watch for.

Frequently Asked Questions

The longest stretch is about 65 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 Bethlehem, 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 4.8 miles (I 74): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 13.5 miles (I 74): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 14.5 miles (I 40): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.

Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Bethlehem, 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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