How far is Carrboro, NC from High Point, NC?

The driving distance from Carrboro, NC to High Point, NC is about 61.7 miles (99.3 km), with a travel time of about 01h 07m by car.

  • The straight-line flight distance is about 52.1 miles (83.9 km).
  • For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 15m 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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Reverse Route
Quick Snapshot
Road
61.68 mi
01h 07m
Flight
52.13 mi
83.89 km direct

This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.

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Flight Distance

Direct air line
52.13 mi
Kilometers
83.89 km
Flight Time
00h 06m

Driving Distance

Road route
61.68 mi
Kilometers
99.27 km
Drive Time
01h 07m

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Leave and Arrive Planner

Pick a departure time to see your estimated arrival and same-day return window.

Drive time stays fixed at 01h 07m.

Arrival Snapshot
Arrive in High Point
Fri, Apr 17, 7:36 PM EDT
Return by in Carrboro
Fri, Apr 17, 8:44 PM EDT
Useful when you're deciding between a quick errand, a day trip, or a longer stop.
Leave Carrboro
2026-04-17T18:28
Arrive High Point
Fri, Apr 17, 7:36 PM EDT
Route Timing
01h 07m
One way by road
Best Departure Window
8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EDT
Aim for a morning departure
Arrive between
9:08 AM to 11:08 AM EDT

A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.

Leave by
4:14 PM EDT
Keeps a same-day return open with about 03h 00m at the destination.
Back in Carrboro
9:30 PM EDT
Morning start is best

You are leaving earlier than the recommended window, which gives you extra margin for breaks and traffic.

Halfway Point

A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.

Mid-route stop
Whitsett
NC

Human settlement in Guilford County, North Carolina, United States of America

From Carrboro
30.2 mi
00h 33m
To High Point
31.5 mi
00h 33m

Route Weather Snapshot

Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.

Origin
89°F
Friday

Sunny

Starts
Fri, Apr 17 6:00 AM EDT
Wind
6 mph W
Destination
88°F
This Afternoon

Mostly Sunny

Starts
Fri, Apr 17 2:00 PM EDT
Wind
9 mph NW

Driving Route Map

The map below follows the saved road route between Carrboro and High Point.

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Carrboro and High Point.

  1. 1

    Start on West Main Street

    1.2 mi · 3 min · West Main Street

  2. 2

    Turn right

    88 m · 6 sec

  3. 3

    Continue straight

    20.7 mi · 30 min

  4. 4

    Take the exit left

    1169 ft · 29 sec

  5. 5

    Merge slight left onto Sam Hunt Freeway

    16.2 mi · 19 min · Sam Hunt Freeway

  6. 6

    Keep slight right

    7.7 mi · 9 min

  7. 7

    Keep slight left to continue on I 85 Business South, US 29 South, US 70 West: Charlotte

    5.4 mi · 6 min

  8. 8

    Keep slight right to continue on US 29 South

    7.1 mi · 8 min

  9. 9

    Take the exit slight right toward South Main Street, Downtown

    1356 ft · 35 sec

  10. 10

    Turn right onto South Main Street

    1.6 mi · 3 min · South Main Street

  11. 11

    Arrive at your destination

    0 m · 1 sec · South Main Street

Car Route Details

A richer read on the saved driving route between Carrboro and High Point.

OSRM road route
Drive Character

Highway-focused drive

Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.

Directions
11 steps
2 turns on the saved route
Ramps & Exits
3
1 merges, 2 ramps or exits
Navigation Density
17.8 / 100 mi
Decision points by distance
Main Roads
Sam Hunt Freeway
23.9 mi · 39%
West Main Street
22.2 mi · 36%
US 29 South
7.13 mi · 12%
I 85 Business South
5.35 mi · 9%
South Main Street
1.9 mi · 3%
Longest Stretch

West Main Street

Continue straight

20.7 mi · 00h 30m

Route Summary

A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.

Trip Read

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.

Drive Time
01h 07m
Day trip friendly
Same-Day Return
02h 16m
Round-trip wheel time
Road vs Air
+9.6 mi
52.1 mi direct line
Halfway Stop
Whitsett
00h 33m from Carrboro
Leave By
4:14 PM EDT
Morning start is best
Weather Watch

Sunny leaving Carrboro 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 Carrboro to High Point?

The road trip is about 61.7 miles (99.3 km) and usually takes 01h 07m 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?

Whitsett is a useful midpoint, sitting about 30.2 miles from Carrboro and 31.5 miles from High Point.

How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?

The direct path is about 52.1 miles (83.9 km), while the road route adds roughly 9.6 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 4:14 PM EDT.

How much will gas cost for this route?

Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $8.63 one way or $17.27 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 19.4 kg one way.

What should you check before leaving?

Before you leave, expect Sunny around Carrboro and Mostly Sunny near High Point.

Stop Ideas Near Whitsett

Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.

Mid-route Guidance
These suggestions come from reviewed places and nearby services around Whitsett and the surrounding midpoint area.
Burlington City Switchboard
Scenic stop 5.4 mi away

Burlington City Switchboard

Burlington , NC
425 S Lexington Ave, Burlington, NC 27215, United States
Rating 4.0/5 1 reviews Park,City government office
Stop photo coming soon
Meeting point 7.1 mi away

Graham City Hall

Graham , NC
201 S Main St #357, Graham, NC 27253
Rating 3.2/5 5 reviews City government office
Burlington Tax Department
Nearby stop 5.3 mi away

Burlington Tax Department

Burlington , NC
237 West Maple Ave, Burlington, NC 27215
Rating 4.0/5 2 reviews City tax office

Transit and Meeting Points

Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Whitsett.

RAIL

Burlington

12 mi away
101 North Main Street
RAIL

J. Douglas Galyon Depot

24 mi away
236 East Washington Street
RAIL

High Point

42 mi away
100 West High St
RAIL

Danville

59 mi away
677 Craghead St.

Flight Path Map

This map shows the direct air route between Carrboro and High Point. Straight-line distance: 52.13 mi (83.89 km).

Carrboro

#1 Carrboro

Town in North Carolina, United States

Population21,239
Coordinates35.9101400, -79.0752900
Altitude141
CountryUnited States
High Point

#2 High Point

The second most populous city in Guilford County, North Carolina.

Population113,565
Coordinates35.9556900, -80.0053200
Altitude281
CountryUnited States
Start: West Main Street (-79.075333, 35.910096)
End: South Main Street (-80.005284, 35.955694)

Estimated Travel Time

Distance: 99 km by road

SpeedTime
30 mph (48.3 km/h)02h 03m
40 mph (64.37 km/h)01h 32m
50 mph (80.47 km/h)01h 14m
60 mph (96.56 km/h)01h 01m
70 mph (112.65 km/h)00h 52m
80 mph (129 km/h)00h 46m

Fuel, Round Trip and CO2

Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.

One-way fuel
2.18 gal
8.24 L · about $8.63
Round trip
$17.27
4.36 gal · 16.48 L
Estimated CO2
19.4 kg one way
Round trip: 38.7 kg / 85 lb CO2, using regular gasoline.
Fuel$/galOne wayRound trip
Regular gas $3.96 $8.63 $17.27
Mid-grade $4.43 $9.66 $19.31
Premium $4.78 $10.42 $20.83
Diesel $5.62 $12.26 $24.52

Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.

Prices in North Carolina · Apr 17, 2026

There is no time difference between Carrboro and High Point. The current time is 18:28:12.

Distance to Other Cities

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How did we calculate? Place names are translated into coordinates. The Haversine formula calculates straight-line distance; driving distance uses road network data.