This 105.8-mile drive from Red Springs, NC to High Point, NC is a straightforward, highway-focused journey that can easily be completed in about 2 hours and 22 minutes. With a fuel cost estimated at $17, it's an economical option for a single-day trip. The route primarily utilizes I 73 and NC 211 Highway, making up 63% of the total distance. This drive is well-suited for a day trip, allowing you to reach your destination without needing an overnight stay. Both locations are within the Southeast region, so you'll remain in familiar territory throughout your travels.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
52.9 miles from Red Springs, NC
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 1h 19m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
I 73
34.9 mi
39m
NC 211 Highway
16.9 mi
25m
Aberdeen Road
15.4 mi
22m
I 74
15.4 mi
17m
West South Street
6.8 mi
11m
Red Spring Highway
4.5 mi
6m
Red Spring Road
2.6 mi
3m
Red Springs Road
2.2 mi
3m
Longest stretch:
I 73
— 34.9 mi, about 39m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Red Springs, NC and High Point, NC.
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Start on 4th Avenue
120 ft·12 sec·4th Avenue
2
Turn left onto NC 211
1.7 mi·2 min·Main Street
3
Continue on NC 211
4.0 mi·5 min·Red Spring Highway
4
Continue on NC 211
2.6 mi·3 min·Red Spring Road
5
Continue on NC 211
2.2 mi·3 min·Red Springs Road
6
Continue on NC 211
0.5 mi·52 sec·Red Spring Highway
7
Turn left onto East Palmer Road
0.7 mi·1 min·East Palmer Road
8
Continue on East Palmer Street
1.6 mi·2 min·East Palmer Street
9
Turn left onto NC 211
15 mi·22 min·Aberdeen Road
Use the left / straight lanes.
10
Continue on US 15; US 501; NC 211
0.3 mi·27 sec·Poindexter Street
11
Turn right onto US 1; US 15; US 501; NC 211
0.3 mi·26 sec·South Sandhills Boulevard
Use the right lane.
12
Turn left onto NC 5
6.8 mi·11 min·West South Street
13
Turn left onto NC 211
17 mi·25 min·NC 211 Highway
14
Take the ramp
0.3 mi·41 sec
Toward I 73 North, I 74 West, US 220 North: Asheboro
15
Merge onto I 73; I 74; US 220
35 mi·39 min·I 73; I 74; US 220
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
16
Keep slight right at fork onto I 74
15 mi·17 min·I 74
Exit 80Toward I 74 West: High Point, Winston-SalemUse the slight right lane.
17
Take the exit
0.5 mi·1 min
Toward Green Drive East
18
Turn left onto Triangle Lake Road
168 ft·3 sec·Triangle Lake Road
19
Continue on East Green Drive
1.7 mi·3 min·East Green Drive
Use the straight lane.
20
Turn right onto South Main Street
0.1 mi·13 sec·South Main Street
21
Arrive at destination
South Main Street
Trip Plan
Given the manageable 2-hour and 22-minute duration, this route is ideal for a single-day excursion, offering flexibility in your departure time. Leaving in the morning will allow you to maximize your time at your destination. While the drive is not excessively long, planning for one brief stop around the halfway point might be beneficial for stretching your legs. Keep an eye on your fuel levels, especially before embarking on the 34.9-mile stretch on I 73, as designated fuel stops might be less frequent on that particular segment.
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 52.9 miles from Red Springs, NC, or about 1h 19m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 34.9 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 23 miles or 34m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 52.9 miles or 1h 19m 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 58m
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 Red Springs, NC so your first major turns are already loaded.
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Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
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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 Red Springs, NC
This is one driving day of about 105.8 miles and 2h 22m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 23 miles from Red Springs, NC.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on I 73 for about 34.9 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 11
5 decision points cluster between mile 13.3 and 88.1 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
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13.3 mi into trip|~19m in|NC 211 / Aberdeen Road
Turn left onto NC 211 / Aberdeen Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left / straight lanes.
6
28.9 mi into trip|~43m in|US 1; US 15; US 501; NC 211 / South Sandhills Boulevard
Turn right onto US 1; US 15; US 501; NC 211 / South Sandhills Boulevard
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
6
52.9 mi into trip|~1h 19m in
Take the ramp toward I 73 North, I 74 West, US 220 North: Asheboro
Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward I 73 North, I 74 West, US 220 North: Ash...
5
53.2 mi into trip|~1h 20m in|I 73; I 74; US 220
Merge onto I 73; I 74; US 220
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9
88.1 mi into trip|~2h in|I 74
Keep slight right at fork onto I 74 toward I 74 West: High Point, Winston-Salem
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 80
Toward I 74 West: High Point, Winston-Salem
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$16.54 one way
$33.09 round trip
$3.97/gal25.4 MPG avg37 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.34
$18.09
$36.18
premium
$4.70
$19.58
$39.16
diesel
$5.61
$23.36
$46.72
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: 37 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $11 in charging
· 0 stops
· 68% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
31.7
0
$11.11
$5.08
Efficient EV
26.5
0
$9.26
$4.23
EV Truck/SUV
42.3
0
$14.81
$6.77
Gas CO2
37 kg
EV CO2
12 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.
Forecast as of Apr 18, 2026
Origin
Red Springs, NC
Morning
in Red Springs on Sunday
Local time
10:36 AM
EDT
Current temp
49°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
High Point, NC
Morning
in High Point on Sunday
Local time
10:36 AM
EDT
Current temp
61°F
Mostly Clear
W 3 mph0% chanceLive 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
12 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
2h 22m 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?
The character of this drive is predominantly highway-focused, with 63% of the journey on faster roads. You'll experience a longest uninterrupted stretch of 34.9 miles on I 73, offering a good opportunity to make steady progress. While much of the route is on higher-speed roads, you'll also navigate sections of NC 211 Highway and Aberdeen Road, which may offer a slightly different driving experience. Overall, expect a relatively efficient trip with a good portion spent on interstates.
63% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
21 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 34.9 mi on I 73.
How Hard Is This Drive?
5/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 73 and NC 211 Highway. You will hit about 11 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 13.3 miles in near NC 211 / Aberdeen Road.
Driving Effort5/10
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 105.8 miles you will encounter 11 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 13.3 miles (NC 211 / Aberdeen Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 28.9 miles (US 1; US 15; US 501; NC 211 / South Sandhills Boulevard): Lane positioning matters here; at 52.9 miles: 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 Red Springs, NC to High Point, NC, road signs begin pointing toward Winston-Salem 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 22m. Total distance: 105.8 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 22m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (63%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 34.9 miles on I 73. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Yes, with realistic expectations. Build in a stop roughly every 2 hours, have snacks and activities ready, and check the Nearby Places tabs for kid-friendly stops along the way.
The main spots that need attention: at 13.3 miles (NC 211 / Aberdeen Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 28.9 miles (US 1; US 15; US 501; NC 211 / South Sandhills Boulevard): Lane positioning matters here; at 52.9 miles: 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.
