How far is High Point, NC from South Rosemary, NC?
The driving distance from High Point, NC to South Rosemary, NC is about 150.2 miles (241.8 km), with a travel time of about 02h 54m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 133.2 miles (214.3 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 05h 49m 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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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 02h 54m.
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.
Town of the United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between High Point and South Rosemary.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between High Point and South Rosemary.
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Start on South Main Street
1.8 mi · 3 min · South Main Street
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Take the ramp left
1438 ft · 35 sec
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Merge slight left
8.5 mi · 9 min
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Keep slight right to continue on US 29, US 70
5.9 mi · 7 min
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Keep slight left
36.8 mi · 43 min
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Keep slight left to continue on I 85 North: Durham
9.4 mi · 11 min
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Keep slight left
1.8 mi · 2 min
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Continue straight
4.3 mi · 5 min
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Keep slight left
37.1 mi · 40 min
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Turn straight
4.9 mi · 5 min
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Take the exit slight right toward US 1, US 158: Norlina
1002 ft · 32 sec
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Turn left
8.6 mi · 11 min
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Turn right
1.2 mi · 1 min
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Continue straight
5 mi · 6 min
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At the end of the road, turn left
24.1 mi · 28 min
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Turn left onto North Zoo Road
1161 ft · 29 sec · North Zoo Road
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Turn left onto Karen Street
124 m · 20 sec · Karen Street
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Turn right onto South Penny Street
854 ft · 37 sec · South Penny Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · South Penny Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between High Point and South Rosemary.
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 North
Keep slight left
37.1 mi · 00h 40m
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 High Point and Chance Rain Showers near South Rosemary.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from High Point to South Rosemary?
The road trip is about 150.2 miles (241.8 km) and usually takes 02h 54m 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?
Butner is a useful midpoint, sitting about 75 miles from High Point and 75.2 miles from South Rosemary.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 133.2 miles (214.3 km), while the road route adds roughly 17 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 12:40 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $20.99 one way or $41.99 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 47.1 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Chance Rain Showers around High Point and Chance Rain Showers near South Rosemary.
Stop Ideas Near Butner
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Pompieri Pizza
Durham One Call
Creedmoor Police Department
Spanglish
Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Butner.
Durham
Cary
North Carolina State Fair station
Raleigh Union Station
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between High Point and South Rosemary. Straight-line distance: 133.17 mi (214.31 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 South Rosemary
Township in Halifax County, North Carolina
| Population | 2,836 |
| Coordinates | 36.4515400, -77.6972000 |
| Altitude | 68 |
| Country | United States |
End: South Rosemary (-77.6972, 36.45154)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 242 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 05h 00m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 03h 45m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 03h 00m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 30m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 08m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 52m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.96 | $20.99 | $41.99 |
| Mid-grade | $4.43 | $23.47 | $46.95 |
| Premium | $4.78 | $25.32 | $50.65 |
| Diesel | $5.62 | $29.81 | $59.61 |
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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