How far is High Point, NC from Charlotte, NC?
Fastest route
The distance between High Point, North Carolina and Charlotte, North Carolina is approximately 77.4 miles (124.6 kilometers). The estimated travel time is 1 hour and 14 minutes via I-85 S. This route has tolls. Here are some tips and suggestions for your journey:
Directions
- Start on S Main St and head south toward E Commerce Ave.
- Turn right onto the US-29 S/US-70 W/I-85BUS S ramp.
- Merge onto I-85BL S/US-29 S/US-70 W.
- Slight right onto I-85BL S.
- Keep right to stay on I-85BL S.
- Take I-85 S to W 11th St in Charlotte.
- Take exit 3B from I-277 S.
- Merge onto I-285/I-85BL S.
- Use the right 2 lanes to take exit 38 for I-77 S/US-21 S toward Columbia.
- Keep left at the fork and merge onto I-77 Express Ln (toll road).
- Use the left lane to merge onto I-277 S.
- Take exit 3B for Eleventh St/Church St/Tryon St.
- Drive to N Tryon St.
Tips & Suggestions
- 🛣️ Plan your journey in advance to ensure a smooth trip.
- 💰 Prepare cash or a valid electronic payment method for the tolls on the route.
- 🚗 Check for any road closures or construction updates along the way.
- ⚠️ Stay alert and follow traffic signs and signals for a safe drive.
- ⛽ Consider refueling your vehicle before starting the trip.
- 📱 Keep a GPS or navigation app handy to help you navigate the route.
- 🚫 Avoid peak travel times if possible to minimize congestion on the road.
Reverse, save, or send this route
This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination. Copy the route link, send it to another device, or print a clean version before you head out.
This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.
Flight Distance
Driving Distance
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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 16m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
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.
City in Rowan County, North Carolina, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between High Point and Charlotte.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between High Point and Charlotte.
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Start on South Main Street
1.2 mi · 2 min · South Main Street
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Turn right onto West Market Center Drive
2746 ft · 1 min · West Market Center Drive
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Turn left onto Surrett Drive
1760 ft · 52 sec · Surrett Drive
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Take the ramp right
659 ft · 16 sec
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Merge slight left
1.2 mi · 1 min
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Continue straight
13.6 mi · 16 min
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Keep slight right to continue on I 85 Business South, US 29 South, US 64 West, US 70 West: Charlotte
1066 ft · 20 sec
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Merge slight left
1.7 mi · 2 min
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Continue straight
1.9 mi · 3 min
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Continue straight
3.7 mi · 4 min
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Merge slight left
4 mi · 4 min
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Continue straight
41.6 mi · 46 min
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Take the exit slight right toward Sugar Creek Road
750 ft · 26 sec
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Turn left onto West Sugar Creek Road
1.5 mi · 2 min · West Sugar Creek Road
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Turn right onto North Tryon Street
1.4 mi · 3 min · North Tryon Street
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Continue on North Church Street
1.1 km · 1 min · North Church Street
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Continue on North Tryon Street
1.5 mi · 3 min · North Tryon Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · South Tryon Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between High Point and Charlotte.
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 85 Business South
Continue straight
41.6 mi · 00h 46m
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.
Sunny leaving High Point and Sunny near Charlotte.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from High Point to Charlotte?
The road trip is about 77.5 miles (124.7 km) and usually takes 01h 16m 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?
Salisbury is a useful midpoint, sitting about 37.7 miles from High Point and 39.8 miles from Charlotte.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 68.9 miles (110.9 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 3:58 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $10.81 one way or $21.63 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 24.3 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around High Point and Sunny near Charlotte.
Stop Ideas Near Salisbury
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 Salisbury.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between High Point and Charlotte. Straight-line distance: 68.92 mi (110.92 km).
#1 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 |
#2 Charlotte
The fourteenth most populous city in the United States and the center of the Charlotte metropolitan area.
| Population | 900,350 |
| Coordinates | 35.2270900, -80.8431300 |
| Altitude | 229 |
| Country | United States |
End: South Tryon Street (-80.843177, 35.227134)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 125 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 02h 34m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 56m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 32m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 17m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 06m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 58m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.96 | $10.81 | $21.63 |
| Mid-grade | $4.43 | $12.09 | $24.18 |
| Premium | $4.78 | $13.04 | $26.09 |
| Diesel | $5.62 | $15.35 | $30.71 |
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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