How far is Locust, NC from High Point, NC?
The driving distance from Locust, NC to High Point, NC is about 64.5 miles (103.8 km), with a travel time of about 01h 22m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 53.6 miles (86.2 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 45m 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 01h 22m.
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 in Davidson County, North Carolina, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Locust and High Point.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Locust and High Point.
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Start on the route
18 m · 9 sec
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Turn left
61 m · 20 sec
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Turn left
53 m · 18 sec
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Turn left onto South Central Avenue
94 m · 8 sec · South Central Avenue
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Turn right onto East Main Street
2.7 mi · 4 min · East Main Street
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Turn left onto Running Creek Church Road
3.2 mi · 4 min · Running Creek Church Road
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At the end of the road, turn right onto Millingport Road
13.7 mi · 20 min · Millingport Road
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Continue on South Main Street
1.1 mi · 2 min · South Main Street
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Turn right
10.8 mi · 13 min
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Take the exit slight right
789 ft · 27 sec
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Turn left onto NC 109
21.4 mi · 30 min · NC 109
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Turn right onto Liberty Drive
2.6 mi · 5 min · Liberty Drive
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Continue on Turner Street
1.2 km · 2 min · Turner Street
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Turn right onto National Highway
3043 ft · 1 min · National Highway
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Turn slight right
129 m · 12 sec
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Take the ramp straight
711 ft · 20 sec
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Merge slight left
4 mi · 4 min
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Take the exit slight right toward South Main Street, Archdale
1250 ft · 37 sec
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Turn left onto South Main Street
1.8 mi · 3 min · 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 Locust and High Point.
Turn-heavy local drive
The route has frequent decision points for its length, so lane choice and turn timing will matter more than cruising speed.
NC 109
Turn left onto NC 109
21.4 mi · 00h 30m
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.
Showers And Thunderstorms leaving Locust and Showers And Thunderstorms near High Point.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Locust to High Point?
The road trip is about 64.5 miles (103.8 km) and usually takes 01h 22m 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?
Denton is a useful midpoint, sitting about 31.8 miles from Locust and 32.7 miles from High Point.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 53.6 miles (86.2 km), while the road route adds roughly 10.9 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 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 3:44 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $8.99 one way or $17.98 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 20.2 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Showers And Thunderstorms around Locust and Showers And Thunderstorms near High Point.
Stop Ideas Near Denton
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Transit and Meeting Points
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Locust and High Point. Straight-line distance: 53.56 mi (86.19 km).
#1 Locust
Human settlement in Stanly County, North Carolina, United States of America
| Population | 3,270 |
| Coordinates | 35.2598700, -80.4253400 |
| Altitude | 221 |
| 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: 104 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 02h 08m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 36m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 17m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 04m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 55m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 48m |
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 | $8.99 | $17.98 |
| Mid-grade | $4.43 | $10.05 | $20.11 |
| Premium | $4.78 | $10.85 | $21.69 |
| Diesel | $5.62 | $12.77 | $25.53 |
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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