Origin
Mount Airy, NC
Morning in Mount Airy on Tuesday
Local time
9:34 AM
EDT
Current temp
78°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Mount Airy, 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 10m
Distance
55.4 mi
89 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$9
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 5m
★
6 AM
1h 11m
8 AM
1h 22m
10 AM
1h 15m
12 PM
1h 14m
3 PM
1h 15m
5 PM
1h 21m
8 PM
1h 7m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Mount Airy, NC
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Trip Overview
Mount Airy to High Point is 55.4 miles and takes about 1 hour 10 minutes via South Andy Griffith Parkway and I-74, with a fuel budget near $9 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This trip stays within North Carolina, moving from the Southeast region to another part of the Southeast. It's a straightforward drive, mostly on highways, making it a convenient option if you're looking for a quick connection between these two points. Given its short duration, you won't need to worry about overnight stays or extensive planning; it's easily manageable in a single day.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| South Andy Griffith Parkway | 23.3 mi | 26m |
| John Gold Memorial Expressway | 12.6 mi | 15m |
| I 74 | 9.8 mi | 11m |
| North Main Street | 3.6 mi | 7m |
| South Main Street | 3 mi | 5m |
| I 40 | 2.2 mi | 2m |
| West Pine Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
South Andy Griffith Parkway
— 23.3 mi, about 26m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Mount Airy, NC and High Point, NC.
1
Start on West Pine Street
69 ft
·
4 sec
·
West Pine Street
2
Turn right onto South Main Street
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
South Main Street
3
Continue on South Main Street
2.3 mi
·
3 min
·
South Main Street
4
Turn left onto US 52
23 mi
·
26 min
·
South Andy Griffith Parkway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
5
Keep slight right at fork onto US 52
13 mi
·
15 min
·
John Gold Memorial Expressway
Exit 119
Toward US 52 South: Winston-Salem
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
31 sec
Exit 107A
Toward I 40 East: Greensboro
Use the straight / right lanes.
7
Merge onto I 40
2.2 mi
·
2 min
·
I 40
8
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.
9
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
53 sec
10
Continue on this road
0.3 mi
·
29 sec
·
this road
Use the straight lane.
11
Continue on North Main Street
3.6 mi
·
7 min
·
North Main Street
Use the straight lane.
12
Arrive at destination
South Main Street
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
28 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 12 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 27.7 miles from Mount Airy, 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 75 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 41.3 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
3
0 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
South Main Street
Turn right onto South Main Street
Navigation decision point
4
3 mi into trip
|
~5m in
|
US 52 / South Andy Griffith Parkway
Turn left onto US 52 / South Andy Griffith Parkway
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
26.3 mi into trip
|
~31m in
|
US 52 / John Gold Memorial Expressway
Keep slight right at fork onto US 52 / John Gold Memorial Expressway toward US 52 South: Winston-Salem
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 119
Toward US 52 South: Winston-Salem
7
38.8 mi into trip
|
~47m in
Take the exit toward I 40 East: Greensboro
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
Exit 107A
Toward I 40 East: Greensboro
7
41.3 mi into trip
|
~50m 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
$8.66 one way
$17.33 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
19 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.34 | $9.47 | $18.95 |
| premium | $4.70 | $10.25 | $20.51 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $12.23 | $24.46 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$9
Estimated CO2 emission: 19.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $6 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 16.6 | 0 | $5.82 | $2.66 |
| Efficient EV | 13.9 | 0 | $4.85 | $2.22 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 22.2 | 0 | $7.76 | $3.55 |
Gas CO2
19 kg
EV CO2
6 kg (68% 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
9:34 AM
EDT
Current temp
78°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
Very similar conditions
Both ends of the route are sitting at about the same temperature right now.
Road read
1h 10m 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 is predominantly highway-focused, with 86% of the journey taking place on major roads. You'll spend a good portion of your time on the South Andy Griffith Parkway and I-74. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 23.3 miles on South Andy Griffith Parkway, offering a consistent pace. Expect a driving experience characterized by efficient travel rather than winding scenic byways. The transition between these main roads is designed for smooth connectivity, keeping your journey moving forward.
86% 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: 23.3 mi on South Andy Griffith Parkway.
How Hard Is This Drive?
6/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on South Andy Griffith Parkway and John Gold Memorial Expressway. You will hit about 7 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near South Main Street.
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 55.4 miles you will encounter 7 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: near the start (South Main Street): Navigation decision point; at 3 miles (US 52 / South Andy Griffith Parkway): Lane positioning matters here; at 26.3 miles (US 52 / John Gold Memorial Expressway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
About the Cities
Starting in Mount Airy, NC
Full guide →Mount Airy is in North Carolina, famous as the home of actor Andy Griffith and the inspiration for the town of Mayberry on The Andy Griffith Show.
Top landmarks
- • Mount Airy Historic District — historic district in North Carolina, USA
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 10m. Total distance: 55.4 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 10m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (86%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 23.3 miles on South Andy Griffith Parkway. 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: near the start (South Main Street): Navigation decision point; at 3 miles (US 52 / South Andy Griffith Parkway): Lane positioning matters here; at 26.3 miles (US 52 / John Gold Memorial Expressway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
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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