How far is Banner Elk, NC from High Point, NC?
The driving distance from Banner Elk, NC to High Point, NC is about 120 miles (193.2 km), with a travel time of about 02h 14m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 105.2 miles (169.3 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 04h 28m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EDT.
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This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.
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Drive time stays fixed at 02h 14m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
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Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
Human settlement in Wilkes County, North Carolina, United States of America
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Banner Elk and High Point.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Banner Elk and High Point.
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Start on Main Street East
1.2 km · 2 min · Main Street East
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Continue on Balm Highway
3.4 mi · 7 min · Balm Highway
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Turn right
3.2 mi · 7 min
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Turn right onto Broadstone Road
2.9 mi · 6 min · Broadstone Road
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At the end of the road, turn left onto NC Highway 105 South
4.7 mi · 9 min · NC Highway 105 South
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Continue straight
89 m · 7 sec
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Continue straight
67 m · 7 sec
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Continue on NC Highway 105 Extension
1.3 km · 2 min · NC Highway 105 Extension
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Turn right onto East King Street
29.7 mi · 43 min · East King Street
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Continue straight
50.1 mi · 59 min
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Take the exit slight right toward I 40 East: Greensboro
1.6 km · 2 min
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Merge slight left
7.3 mi · 8 min
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Take the exit slight right toward I 74 East: High Point
9.8 mi · 11 min
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Take the exit slight right
2130 ft · 54 sec
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Continue straight
1635 ft · 30 sec
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Continue on North Main Street
3.6 mi · 8 min · North Main Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · South Main Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Banner Elk and High Point.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
East King Street
Continue straight
50.1 mi · 00h 59m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A comfortable day-trip route
This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.
Slight Chance Rain Showers leaving Banner Elk and Mostly Sunny near High Point.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Banner Elk to High Point?
The road trip is about 120 miles (193.2 km) and usually takes 02h 14m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Ronda is a useful midpoint, sitting about 59 miles from Banner Elk and 61.1 miles from High Point.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 105.2 miles (169.3 km), while the road route adds roughly 14.8 extra miles because roads do not follow the straight air line.
When is the best time to leave for this route?
A good departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 2:02 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $16.76 one way or $33.51 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 37.6 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Slight Chance Rain Showers around Banner Elk and Mostly Sunny near High Point.
Stop Ideas Near Ronda
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Ronda.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Banner Elk and High Point. Straight-line distance: 105.22 mi (169.33 km).
#1 Banner Elk
Township in Avery County, North Carolina
| Population | 1,082 |
| Coordinates | 36.1631800, -81.8715000 |
| Altitude | 1128 |
| Country | United States |
#2 High Point
The second most populous city in Guilford County, North Carolina.
| Population | 113,565 |
| Coordinates | 35.9556900, -80.0053200 |
| Altitude | 281 |
| Country | United States |
End: South Main Street (-80.005284, 35.955694)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 193 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 03h 59m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 03h 00m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 24m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 00m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 42m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 29m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
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| Regular gas | $3.96 | $16.76 | $33.51 |
| Mid-grade | $4.43 | $18.73 | $37.47 |
| Premium | $4.78 | $20.21 | $40.42 |
| Diesel | $5.62 | $23.79 | $47.58 |
Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.
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