How far is High Point, NC from Franklin, NC?
The driving distance from High Point, NC to Franklin, NC is about 227 miles (365.3 km), with a travel time of about 04h 37m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 197.1 miles (317.2 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 09h 15m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM EDT.
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This drive is better planned with a longer stop or an overnight stay.
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Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
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Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between High Point and Franklin.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between High Point and Franklin.
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Start on South Main Street
3.9 mi · 8 min · South Main Street
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Continue straight
1.4 km · 2 min
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Merge slight left
8.6 mi · 10 min
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Keep slight left to continue on I 40 West: Winston-Salem, Statesville
1 mi · 2 min
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Merge slight left
142.2 mi · 2 hr 42 min
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Keep slight left
25.5 mi · 32 min
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Take the exit slight right toward US 74 West: Clyde, Waynesville, Maggie Valley, Franklin, Murphy, Atlanta
22 mi · 29 min
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Keep slight left to continue on Great Smoky Mountains Expressway
4.4 mi · 6 min · Great Smoky Mountains Expressway
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Take the exit slight right toward US 23 South, US 441 South: Dillsboro, Franklin, Atlanta
2364 ft · 45 sec
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Continue straight
16.5 mi · 23 min
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Turn right onto East Main Street
1.2 km · 1 min · East Main Street
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Continue on Northeast Main Street
2239 ft · 58 sec · Northeast Main Street
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Continue on East Main Street
1282 ft · 59 sec · East Main Street
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Turn right onto Iotla Street
55 m · 8 sec · Iotla Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Iotla Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between High Point and Franklin.
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 40 West
Merge slight left
142 mi · 02h 42m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A longer out-and-back drive
This is still possible in one day, but it becomes a long driving day. Leaving early and planning your stop window matters more here.
Mostly Clear leaving High Point and Sunny near Franklin.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from High Point to Franklin?
The road trip is about 227 miles (365.3 km) and usually takes 04h 37m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This is still possible in one day, but it becomes a long driving day. Leaving early and planning your stop window matters more here.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Glen Alpine is a useful midpoint, sitting about 113.3 miles from High Point and 113.6 miles from Franklin.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 197.1 miles (317.2 km), while the road route adds roughly 29.9 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 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM EDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 7:44 AM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $31.73 one way or $63.46 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 71.2 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Clear around High Point and Sunny near Franklin.
Stop Ideas Near Glen Alpine
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 Glen Alpine.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between High Point and Franklin. Straight-line distance: 197.12 mi (317.23 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 Franklin
Town in North Carolina, United States
| Population | 4,121 |
| Coordinates | 35.1823200, -83.3815400 |
| Altitude | 646 |
| Country | United States |
End: Franklin (-83.38154, 35.18232)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 365 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 07h 33m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 05h 40m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 04h 32m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 03h 46m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 03h 14m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 02h 49m |
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 | $31.73 | $63.46 |
| Mid-grade | $4.43 | $35.48 | $70.95 |
| Premium | $4.78 | $38.27 | $76.54 |
| Diesel | $5.62 | $45.05 | $90.10 |
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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