How far is East Rockingham, NC from High Point, NC?
The driving distance from East Rockingham, NC to High Point, NC is about 81.5 miles (131.1 km), with a travel time of about 01h 19m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 72.9 miles (117.4 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 39m 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 01h 19m.
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.
Town in North Carolina, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between East Rockingham and High Point.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between East Rockingham and High Point.
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Start on King Edward Street
116 m · 8 sec · King Edward Street
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Continue on 5th Avenue
2217 ft · 44 sec · 5th Avenue
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Continue on Mill Road
1.3 km · 1 min · Mill Road
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Turn straight onto South Hancock Street
1180 ft · 26 sec · South Hancock Street
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Turn left onto Broad Avenue
1909 ft · 41 sec · Broad Avenue
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Turn right
3.5 mi · 5 min
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Continue straight
2369 ft · 37 sec
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Keep slight right to continue on I 73 North, I 74 West, US 220 North: Asheboro
57.8 mi · 1 hr 5 min
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Keep slight right to continue on I 74 West: High Point, Winston-Salem
15.4 mi · 17 min
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Take the exit slight right toward Green Drive East
2380 ft · 1 min
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Turn left onto Triangle Lake Road
51 m · 3 sec · Triangle Lake Road
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Continue on East Green Drive
1.7 mi · 3 min · East Green Drive
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Turn right onto South Main Street
698 ft · 14 sec · South 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 East Rockingham and High Point.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
I 73 North
Keep slight right to continue on I 73 North, I 74 West, US 220 North: Asheboro
57.8 mi · 01h 05m
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.
Chance Rain Showers leaving East Rockingham and Chance Rain Showers near High Point.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from East Rockingham to High Point?
The road trip is about 81.5 miles (131.1 km) and usually takes 01h 19m 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?
Star is a useful midpoint, sitting about 40.7 miles from East Rockingham and 40.8 miles from High Point.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 72.9 miles (117.4 km), while the road route adds roughly 8.6 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 3:50 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $11.37 one way or $22.74 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 25.5 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Chance Rain Showers around East Rockingham and Chance Rain Showers near High Point.
Stop Ideas Near Star
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 Star.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between East Rockingham and High Point. Straight-line distance: 72.97 mi (117.44 km).
#1 East Rockingham
Township in Richmond County, North Carolina
| Population | 3,736 |
| Coordinates | 34.9182100, -79.7625600 |
| Altitude | 77 |
| 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: 131 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 02h 42m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02h 02m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 37m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 21m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 09m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 00m |
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 | $11.37 | $22.74 |
| Mid-grade | $4.43 | $12.71 | $25.42 |
| Premium | $4.78 | $13.71 | $27.43 |
| Diesel | $5.62 | $16.14 | $32.28 |
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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