How far is High Point, NC from Southern Pines, NC?
The driving distance from High Point, NC to Southern Pines, NC is about 76.6 miles (123.2 km), with a travel time of about 01h 39m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 64.1 miles (103.1 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 03h 19m 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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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.
Human settlement in Randolph County, North Carolina, United States of America
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between High Point and Southern Pines.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between High Point and Southern Pines.
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Start on South Main Street
1282 ft · 33 sec · South Main Street
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Turn left onto East Russell Avenue
2111 ft · 55 sec · East Russell Avenue
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Turn left onto Park Street
713 ft · 19 sec · Park Street
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Turn right onto East Green Drive
1.2 mi · 2 min · East Green Drive
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Take the ramp right
2714 ft · 1 min
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Merge slight left
50.1 mi · 56 min
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Take the exit slight right
2052 ft · 56 sec
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Turn left
19 mi · 28 min
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward US 15, US 501, NC 211: Aberdeen
104 m · 12 sec
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Exit the roundabout onto US 15, US 501, NC 211: Aberdeen
2 mi · 3 min
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Turn left onto Morganton Road
1.1 km · 1 min · Morganton Road
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Continue on West Morganton Road
1.1 mi · 2 min · West Morganton Road
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Turn left onto South Bennett Street
1.1 km · 2 min · South Bennett Street
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Turn right onto West Pennsylvania Avenue
130 m · 18 sec · West Pennsylvania Avenue
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · West Pennsylvania Avenue
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between High Point and Southern Pines.
Interchange-aware route
The drive includes several ramps, exits, or merges, so checking the next few maneuvers before busy interchanges is useful.
East Green Drive
Merge slight left
50.1 mi · 00h 56m
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.
Mostly Sunny leaving High Point and Sunny near Southern Pines.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from High Point to Southern Pines?
The road trip is about 76.6 miles (123.2 km) and usually takes 01h 39m 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?
Seagrove is a useful midpoint, sitting about 38.3 miles from High Point and 38.3 miles from Southern Pines.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 64.1 miles (103.1 km), while the road route adds roughly 12.5 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 3:10 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $10.69 one way or $21.39 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 24 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around High Point and Sunny near Southern Pines.
Stop Ideas Near Seagrove
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 Seagrove.
High Point
Lexington
Southern Pines
J. Douglas Galyon Depot
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between High Point and Southern Pines. Straight-line distance: 64.06 mi (103.1 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 Southern Pines
Town in North Carolina, USA
| Population | 15,070 |
| Coordinates | 35.1740500, -79.3922500 |
| Altitude | 152 |
| Country | United States |
End: Southern Pines (-79.39225, 35.17405)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 123 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 02h 33m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 54m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 31m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 16m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 05m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 57m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.96 | $10.69 | $21.39 |
| Mid-grade | $4.43 | $11.96 | $23.92 |
| Premium | $4.78 | $12.90 | $25.80 |
| Diesel | $5.62 | $15.18 | $30.37 |
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 16, 2026
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