Origin
Troutman, NC
Morning in Troutman on Tuesday
Local time
6:57 AM
EDT
Current temp
56°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Troutman, 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 25m
Distance
66.6 mi
107 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$10
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 19m
★
6 AM
1h 26m
8 AM
1h 39m
10 AM
1h 30m
12 PM
1h 29m
3 PM
1h 31m
5 PM
1h 38m
8 PM
1h 22m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Troutman, NC
Mark Stebnicki
Trip Overview
If you are planning a trip from Troutman to High Point, you are looking at a straightforward 66.6-mile journey that typically takes about 1 hour and 25 minutes. This Southeast drive is easily manageable as a single-day excursion, meaning you won't need to worry about overnight logistics. You should budget approximately $11 for fuel to cover the distance between these two North Carolina locations. Because the route is entirely contained within the Southeast region, you can expect a familiar driving experience without major climate or terrain shifts. It is a highly practical connection for those needing to move between these areas efficiently.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 40 | 42.4 mi | 46m |
| I 74 | 9.8 mi | 11m |
| North Main Street | 3.6 mi | 7m |
| Shelton Avenue | 2.9 mi | 5m |
| I 77 | 2.1 mi | 2m |
| South Main Street | 1.3 mi | 2m |
| Garner Bagnal Boulevard | 1.3 mi | 2m |
| Cumberland Road | 1 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
I 40
— 42.4 mi, about 46m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Troutman, NC and High Point, NC.
1
Start on this road
123 ft
·
13 sec
·
this road
2
Turn right onto Wagner Street
459 ft
·
21 sec
·
Wagner Street
3
Turn left onto US 21; NC 115
1.3 mi
·
2 min
·
South Main Street
Use the left lane.
4
Continue on US 21; NC 115
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
Shelton Avenue
5
Turn slight right onto Cumberland Road
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
Cumberland Road
6
Turn slight right onto US 21; NC 115
2.0 mi
·
3 min
·
Shelton Avenue
7
Turn right onto US 70
1.3 mi
·
2 min
·
Garner Bagnal Boulevard
Use the straight / right lanes.
8
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
13 sec
Use the straight / right lanes.
9
Merge onto I 77
2.1 mi
·
2 min
·
I 77
10
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
25 sec
Exit 51
Toward I 40: Winston-Salem, Asheville
11
Keep slight right at fork
0.4 mi
·
57 sec
Toward I 40 East: Winston-Salem
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
12
Continue on this road
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
this road
Exit 51A
Toward I 40 East: Winston-Salem
13
Merge onto I 40
42 mi
·
46 min
·
I 40
Use the straight lane.
14
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.
15
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
53 sec
16
Continue on this road
0.3 mi
·
29 sec
·
this road
Use the straight lane.
17
Continue on North Main Street
3.6 mi
·
7 min
·
North Main Street
Use the straight lane.
18
Arrive at destination
South Main Street
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
33 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 15 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 33.3 miles from Troutman, 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 0 and 52.5 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
0 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
Wagner Street
Turn right onto Wagner Street
Navigation decision point
6
5.3 mi into trip
|
~10m in
|
US 70 / Garner Bagnal Boulevard
Turn right onto US 70 / Garner Bagnal Boulevard
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
6
8.9 mi into trip
|
~15m in
Take the exit toward I 40: Winston-Salem, Asheville
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 51
Toward I 40: Winston-Salem, Asheville
7
9.1 mi into trip
|
~16m in
Keep slight right at fork toward I 40 East: Winston-Salem
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward I 40 East: Winston-Salem
7
52.5 mi into trip
|
~1h 5m 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
$10.41 one way
$20.83 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
23 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.34 | $11.39 | $22.78 |
| premium | $4.70 | $12.33 | $24.65 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $14.70 | $29.41 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$10
Estimated CO2 emission: 23.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $7 in charging · 0 stops · 65% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 20 | 0 | $6.99 | $3.20 |
| Efficient EV | 16.7 | 0 | $5.83 | $2.66 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 26.6 | 0 | $9.32 | $4.26 |
Gas CO2
23 kg
EV CO2
8 kg (65% 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
6:57 AM
EDT
Current temp
78°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
76°F
Maine, NC
33 mi in
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
22 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 25m 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 trip is heavily highway-focused, with 81% of your travel occurring on major thoroughfares. You will spend the bulk of your time on I-40, which accounts for the longest uninterrupted stretch of 42.4 miles. After navigating the interstate, your path transitions onto I-74 before eventually transitioning to North Main Street as you approach your destination. Expect a consistent, fast-paced rhythm behind the wheel, as the route is designed for utility rather than winding backroads. It is a steady, predictable drive that prioritizes speed and direct access over complex navigation.
81% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
18 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 42.4 mi on I 40.
How Hard Is This Drive?
8/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 40 and I 74. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near Wagner Street.
Driving Effort
8/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 66.6 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: near the start (Wagner Street): Navigation decision point; at 5.3 miles (US 70 / Garner Bagnal Boulevard): Lane positioning matters here; at 8.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. 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.
On the drive from Troutman, NC to High Point, NC, road signs begin pointing toward Asheville along the way.
Asheville
8.9 mi in
|
~15m
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 25m. Total distance: 66.6 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 25m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (81%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 42.4 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 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 (Wagner Street): Navigation decision point; at 5.3 miles (US 70 / Garner Bagnal Boulevard): Lane positioning matters here; at 8.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. 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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