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Trip from Weaverville, NC to High Point, NC

Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards

Drive Time

3h 23m

Distance

170.6 mi

275 km

Drive Score

8/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$27

one way

EV Charging

Good

8 stations

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 36 min
4 AM
3h 12m ★
6 AM
3h 24m
8 AM
3h 48m
10 AM
3h 32m
12 PM
3h 30m
3 PM
3h 33m
5 PM
3h 47m
8 PM
3h 16m

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

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Downtown Weaverville, NC, NC

Weaverville, NC

Mark Stebnicki

Trip Overview

This 170.6-mile drive from Weaverville, NC to High Point, NC is comfortably managed as a single-day trip, taking an estimated 3 hours and 23 minutes. Your journey will primarily utilize I-40, I-74, and I-26, with a significant 96% of the route being highway driving. Expect a fuel cost of around $27 for this trek through the Southeast region. This is a straightforward, highway-focused route designed for efficient travel, making it an ideal option when you want to get from point A to point B without too much fuss.

Trip Pace

Same-day drive is realistic

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

Break Rhythm

1 planned break

A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.

Midpoint

85.3 miles from Weaverville, NC

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 42m into the drive .

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
I 40 142 mi 2h 41m
I 74 9.8 mi 11m
I 26 5.9 mi 7m
Billy Graham Freeway 5.7 mi 7m
North Main Street 3.6 mi 7m
Merrimon Avenue 1.6 mi 3m
US 70 0.4 mi <1m
Weaverville Road 0.4 mi <1m
Longest stretch: I 40 — 142 mi, about 2h 41m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

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

1

Start on Merchants Alley

201 ft · 10 sec · Merchants Alley
2

Turn right onto Central Avenue

257 ft · 16 sec · Central Avenue
3

Turn left onto Alabama Avenue

363 ft · 15 sec · Alabama Avenue
4

Turn slight right onto US 19 Business

1.6 mi · 3 min · Merrimon Avenue
5

Continue on US 19 Business

0.4 mi · 55 sec · Weaverville Road
6

Turn slight right

382 ft · 16 sec
7

Turn right onto SR 1740

0.2 mi · 15 sec · New Stock Road
8

Take the ramp

0.2 mi · 21 sec
9

Merge onto I 26; US 19; US 23; US 25; US 70

1.7 mi · 2 min · I 26; US 19; US 23; US 25; US 70
10

Continue on I 26; US 19; US 23; US 70

4.2 mi · 5 min · I 26; US 19; US 23; US 70
11

Keep slight left at fork onto US 70

0.2 mi · 19 sec · US 70
12

Keep slight right at fork onto US 70

0.2 mi · 19 sec · US 70
13

Merge onto I 240; US 70; US 74A

4.5 mi · 6 min · Billy Graham Freeway
14

Keep slight left at fork onto I 240

1.1 mi · 1 min · Billy Graham Freeway
15

Merge onto I 40

142 mi · 2 hr 41 min · I 40
Use the straight lane.
16

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.
17

Take the exit

0.4 mi · 53 sec
18

Continue on this road

0.3 mi · 29 sec · this road
Use the straight lane.
19

Continue on North Main Street

3.6 mi · 7 min · North Main Street
Use the straight lane.
20

Arrive at destination

South Main Street

Trip Plan

Given the 3-hour 23-minute duration, starting your drive in the morning will allow you to reach High Point with plenty of daylight. With only one recommended stop for this 170.6-mile journey, you have flexibility in pacing. Consider utilizing the longest stretch of 142 miles on I-40 as an opportunity to settle in and cover significant ground before needing to plan for a break. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, especially before entering longer interstate segments, as services can be spaced out on highway-focused routes like this one, with an estimated fuel cost of $27.

Morning Departure

An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.

Evening Departure

A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.

You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 85.3 miles from Weaverville, NC, or about 1h 42m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 142 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 38 miles or 48m in

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

Halfway reset

Around 85.3 miles or 1h 42m in

This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.

Final approach

Final hour starts around 2h 44m

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 Weaverville, 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 Weaverville, NC

This is one driving day of about 170.6 miles and 3h 23m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 38 miles from Weaverville, NC.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Plan about 1 real break rather than only quick fuel stops.
The longest stretch is on I 40 for about 142 miles.

Where to Stop

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

Downtown Salem, NC, NC

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Salem, NC

85 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

West Marion, NC

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 38 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Salem, NC

Meal break

The midpoint is around 85.3 miles from Weaverville, 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 142 miles.

These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.

Nearby Places

Restaurants, cafes, gas stations and more along your route.

Top Coffee Stop

The Rise Coffee Bar

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Asheville, North Carolina

Near the start, short detour

2.1 mi from route ~5 min detour $1 to $10 mile 12.2

Hours: 7 am–3 pm

+18282200368

Visit website

The Rise Coffee Bar

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

2.1 mi from route ~5 min detour $1 to $10 mile 12.2

Asheville, North Carolina

Hours: 7 am–3 pm

+18282200368

Visit website

Taproot Coffee

4.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, ~9 min detour

3.6 mi from route ~9 min detour $1 to $10 mile 85.3

Hickory, North Carolina

Hours: 7 am–4 pm

+18064078348

Visit website

Given Coffee Co

4.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, ~9 min detour

3.7 mi from route ~9 min detour $1 to $10 mile 158.5

Winston-Salem, North Carolina

Hours: 6:30 am–12 pm

+13363317291

Visit website

Tesla Supercharger

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, right off the route

0.2 mi from route ~1 min detour mile 12.2

Asheville, North Carolina

Hours: Open 24 hours

Visit website

Tesla Supercharger

4.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, right off the route

0.2 mi from route mile 12.2

Asheville, North Carolina

Hours: Open 24 hours

Visit website

Electrify America Charging Station

4.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Early in the drive, right off the route

0.6 mi from route ~2 min detour mile 36.6

Old Fort, North Carolina

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18336322778

Visit website

Tesla Supercharger

3.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Early in the drive, right off the route

0.6 mi from route ~1 min detour mile 36.6

Old Fort, North Carolina

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18777983752

Visit website

ChargePoint Charging Station

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, right off the route

0.7 mi from route ~2 min detour

Weaverville, North Carolina

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18887584389

Visit website

ChargePoint Charging Station

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

2.1 mi from route ~5 min detour mile 12.2

Asheville, North Carolina

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18887584389

Visit website

Tesla Supercharger

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

3.1 mi from route ~8 min detour mile 12.2

Asheville, North Carolina

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18777983752

Visit website

ChargePoint Charging Station

3.0 ★ ★ ★ ☆ ☆

Near the start, short detour

1.7 mi from route ~4 min detour mile 12.2

Asheville, North Carolina

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18887584389

Visit website

Western North Carolina Nature Center

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

1.5 mi from route ~4 min detour mile 12.2

Asheville, North Carolina

Hours: 10 am–3:30 pm

+18282598080

Visit website

Washington Terrace Community Center

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, short detour

1.4 mi from route ~4 min detour mile 170.6

High Point, North Carolina

Hours: 9 am–5 pm

+13368838599

Visit website

Asheville Free Walking Tours

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

1.7 mi from route ~4 min detour mile 12.2

Asheville, North Carolina

Hours: 9 am–9 pm

+18284190295

Visit website

Asheville Pinball Museum

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

2.2 mi from route ~6 min detour mile 12.2

Asheville, North Carolina

Hours: 2–9 pm

+18287765671

Visit website

Adventure Landing Winston-Salem

4.1 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, ~9 min detour

3.6 mi from route ~9 min detour mile 146.3

Winston-Salem, North Carolina

Hours: 12–9 pm

+13367684730

Visit website

Alex Cooper Park

3.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Around the midpoint, short detour

2.9 mi from route ~7 min detour mile 109.7

Statesville, North Carolina

+17048783429

Visit website

Kersey Valley Escape

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, ~11 min detour

4.3 mi from route ~11 min detour mile 170.6

Archdale, North Carolina

+13364311700

Visit website

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 0 and 156.5 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.

4
0 mi into trip | ~0m in | Central Avenue

Turn right onto Central Avenue

Navigation decision point

4
0.1 mi into trip | ~0m in | Alabama Avenue

Turn left onto Alabama Avenue

Navigation decision point

5
8.7 mi into trip | ~13m in | US 70

Keep slight right at fork onto US 70

Highway fork - watch signs carefully

5
14.6 mi into trip | ~21m in | I 40

Merge onto I 40

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

Use the straight lane.
7
156.5 mi into trip | ~3h 3m 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

$26.68 one way

$53.36 round trip

$3.97/gal 25.4 MPG avg 60 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.34 $29.17 $58.34
premium $4.70 $31.57 $63.15
diesel $5.61 $37.67 $75.33

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$27

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$52–$77

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

Estimated CO2 emission: 59.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $18 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 51.2 0 $17.91 $8.19
Efficient EV 42.7 0 $14.93 $6.82
EV Truck/SUV 68.2 0 $23.88 $10.92

Gas CO2

60 kg

EV CO2

20 kg (67% 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 17, 2026

Origin

Weaverville, NC

Night in Weaverville on Saturday

Local time

10:51 PM

EDT

Current temp

51°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

High Point, NC

Night in High Point on Saturday

Local time

10:51 PM

EDT

Current temp

63°F

Partly Cloudy

NW 5 mph 12% chance Live forecast

54°F

Salem, NC

85 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

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

3h 23m 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?

Prepare for a highway-centric experience, as 96% of this route consists of interstates. You'll cover a substantial longest stretch of 142 miles on I-40, meaning extended periods of consistent speed and minimal turns. The profile of this drive is consistently 'highway-focused,' suggesting a predictable and direct journey. While not explicitly detailed, the nature of interstate travel means you'll experience a steady pace with limited opportunities for spontaneous scenic detours off the main path.

96% 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: 142 mi on I 40.

How Hard Is This Drive?

7/10

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 Central Avenue.

Driving Effort 7/10

Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers

Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.

This is a demanding drive. With 12 significant decision points across 170.6 miles, you will need to stay alert - especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.

Where does it get tricky?

The main spots that need attention: near the start (Central Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 0.1 miles (Alabama Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 8.7 miles (US 70): Highway fork - watch signs carefully.

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.

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 3h 23m. Total distance: 170.6 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

3h 23m drive, comfortable solo distance.

First-Time Driver

Mostly highway driving (96%). Some complex stretches to watch for.

Frequently Asked Questions

The longest stretch is about 142 miles on I 40. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.

We did not find dedicated rest areas on this route. For a drive this long, plan bathroom and stretch breaks around gas stations, fast-food stops, or small-town downtowns — check the Nearby Places section for options.

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.

Only with planning. This is a long drive for kids — consider splitting it into two days rather than pushing through. Plan at least 1 meaningful breaks. Dedicated rest areas are limited, so plan gas or food stops as your bathroom breaks.

The main spots that need attention: near the start (Central Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 0.1 miles (Alabama Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 8.7 miles (US 70): Highway fork - watch signs carefully.

Possible but tiring. At 3.4 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 6.8 hours — manageable with a long break at High Point, NC, but most travelers stay overnight.

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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