This 109.8-mile drive from High Point, NC, to White Plains, NC, is a straightforward journey that can easily be completed in about 2 hours and 11 minutes. With 90% of the route on highways, it's a practical option for a single-day trip, so you won't need to worry about overnight stays. The estimated fuel cost is around $17, making it an economical choice for exploring within the Southeast region. This highway-focused profile means you'll spend most of your time covering ground efficiently. Consider this drive when you need a direct and budget-friendly way to get from point A to point B within North Carolina.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
54.9 miles from High Point, NC
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 1h 5m into the drive
.
Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
I 85
76.7 mi
1h 28m
US 29
18.6 mi
22m
Senator J. Ollie Harris Highway
6.1 mi
7m
I 285
3.7 mi
3m
South Main Street
1.2 mi
2m
Shelby Road
1.1 mi
1m
West Market Center Drive
0.5 mi
1m
Surrett Drive
0.3 mi
<1m
Longest stretch:
I 85
— 76.7 mi, about 1h 28m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between High Point, NC and White Plains, NC.
1
Start on South Main Street
1.2 mi·2 min·South Main Street
Use the straight / right lanes.
2
Turn right onto West Market Center Drive
0.5 mi·1 min·West Market Center Drive
3
Turn left onto Surrett Drive
0.3 mi·51 sec·Surrett Drive
Use the straight / right lanes.
4
Take the ramp
0.1 mi·16 sec
5
Merge onto US 29
1.2 mi·1 min·US 29
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
Continue on US 29
14 mi·15 min·US 29
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
Keep slight right at fork onto US 29; US 70
0.2 mi·20 sec·US 29; US 70
Toward I 85 Business South, US 29 South, US 64 West, US 70 West: CharlotteUse the slight right lane.
8
Merge onto US 29; US 64; US 70
1.7 mi·2 min·US 29; US 64; US 70
9
Continue on US 29; US 70
1.9 mi·2 min·US 29; US 70
10
Continue on I 285; US 29; US 52; US 70
3.7 mi·3 min·I 285; US 29; US 52; US 70
11
Merge onto I 85; US 29; US 52; US 70
4.0 mi·4 min·I 85; US 29; US 52; US 70
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
12
Continue on I 85; US 52
73 mi·1 hr 24 min·I 85; US 52
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
13
Take the exit
0.6 mi·50 sec
Exit 10BToward US 74 West: Kings Mountain, ShelbyUse the slight right lane.
14
Continue on US 74
6.1 mi·7 min·Senator J. Ollie Harris Highway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
15
Take the exit
0.4 mi·52 sec
Toward US 74 Business: Moss Lake, WacoUse the straight / slight right lanes.
16
Turn left onto Stony Point Road
469 ft·8 sec·Stony Point Road
17
Continue on US 74 BUS
1.1 mi·1 min·Shelby Road
18
Turn right onto El Bethel Road
0.3 mi·1 min·El Bethel Road
19
Turn right onto Yarbro Road
103 ft·4 sec·Yarbro Road
20
Arrive at destination
Yarbro Road
Trip Plan
Given the relatively short 2-hour duration, this route is perfect for a spontaneous day trip, offering flexibility in your departure time. You won't need to plan for multiple stops unless you want to break up the 76.7-mile stretch on I-85. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, especially during the longer highway segments, as services can sometimes be spaced out. The estimated fuel cost of $17 is quite manageable, so you shouldn't face any budget surprises. A practical tip is to ensure you have your preferred snacks and drinks before hitting the road, as opportunities for convenient stops might be limited on the highway sections.
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 54.9 miles from High Point, NC, or about 1h 5m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 76.7 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 24 miles or 29m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 54.9 miles or 1h 5m 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 46m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near White Plains, NC than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
Open the route before leaving High Point, NC so your first major turns are already loaded.
+
Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
+
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 High Point, NC
This is one driving day of about 109.8 miles and 2h 11m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 24 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 85 for about 76.7 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 12
5 decision points cluster between mile 1.7 and 107.9 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
6
1.7 mi into trip|~3m in|Surrett Drive
Turn left onto Surrett Drive
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
5
2.2 mi into trip|~4m in|US 29
Merge onto US 29
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
16.9 mi into trip|~21m in|US 29; US 70
Keep slight right at fork onto US 29; US 70 toward I 85 Business South, US 29 South, US 64 West, US 70 West: Charlotte
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Toward I 85 Business South, US 29 South, US 64...
8
101.2 mi into trip|~1h 59m in
Take the exit toward US 74 West: Kings Mountain, Shelby
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 10B
Toward US 74 West: Kings Mountain, Shelby
7
107.9 mi into trip|~2h 7m in
Take the exit toward US 74 Business: Moss Lake, Waco
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 US 74 Business: Moss Lake, Waco
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$17.17 one way
$34.34 round trip
$3.97/gal25.4 MPG avg38 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.34
$18.77
$37.55
premium
$4.70
$20.32
$40.64
diesel
$5.61
$24.24
$48.48
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$17
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$42–$67
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 38.4 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $12 in charging
· 0 stops
· 66% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
32.9
0
$11.53
$5.27
Efficient EV
27.5
0
$9.61
$4.39
EV Truck/SUV
43.9
0
$15.37
$7.03
Gas CO2
38 kg
EV CO2
13 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 Sunday
Local time
6:28 AM
EDT
Current temp
88°F
Sunny
SW 8 to 15 mph0% chanceLive forecast
Destination
White Plains, NC
Morning
in White Plains on Sunday
Local time
6:28 AM
EDT
Current temp
52°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
36 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
2h 11m 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.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
Expect a predominantly highway-focused experience on this trip, with 90% of your travel occurring on major roads like I-85 and US 29. You'll encounter a longest uninterrupted stretch of 76.7 miles on I-85, offering a chance to settle into a steady pace. While the majority is highway, the inclusion of Senator J. Ollie Harris Highway suggests a transition to more local or state road driving as you approach your destination. The overall character is one of efficient travel, with the primary goal being to cover distance smoothly.
90% 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: 76.7 mi on I 85.
How Hard Is This Drive?
6/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 85 and US 29. You will hit about 12 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 1.7 miles in near Surrett Drive.
Driving Effort6/10
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 109.8 miles you will encounter 12 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 1.7 miles (Surrett Drive): Lane positioning matters here; at 2.2 miles (US 29): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 16.9 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.
On the drive from High Point, NC to White Plains, NC, road signs begin pointing toward Shelby along the way.
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.
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 11m. Total distance: 109.8 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 11m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (90%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 76.7 miles on I 85. 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 White Plains, NC before sunset when you can. Check the Trip Plan for departure windows that land you in daylight.
Only with planning. This is a long drive for kids — consider splitting it into two days rather than pushing through. Dedicated rest areas are limited, so plan gas or food stops as your bathroom breaks.
The main spots that need attention: at 1.7 miles (Surrett Drive): Lane positioning matters here; at 2.2 miles (US 29): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 16.9 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 White Plains, NC before heading back.
