How far is Matthews, NC from High Point, NC?
The driving distance from Matthews, NC to High Point, NC is about 87.9 miles (141.4 km), with a travel time of about 01h 26m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 70.6 miles (113.7 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 53m 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 26m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
This departure sits inside the recommended comfort window for the route.
Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
Town 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 Matthews and High Point.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Matthews and High Point.
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Start on North Freemont Street
4 m · 6 sec · North Freemont Street
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Turn left onto West John Street
1.3 mi · 3 min · West John Street
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Take the ramp slight right toward Matthews, Stallings, Indian Trail
1268 ft · 31 sec
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Merge slight left onto Governor James G Martin Freeway
21.3 mi · 23 min · Governor James G Martin Freeway
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Take the exit slight right toward I 85: Spartanburg, Greensboro
980 ft · 24 sec
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Keep slight right to continue on I 85 North: Greensboro
1 km · 1 min
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Merge slight left onto Jeff Gordon Expressway
38.9 mi · 44 min · Jeff Gordon Expressway
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Keep slight right to continue on I 285 North, US 52 North: Lexington, Winston-Salem
4.1 mi · 4 min
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Keep slight right to continue on US 29 North, US 70 East: High Point
1.9 mi · 2 min
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Continue straight
1.6 mi · 2 min
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Keep slight left to continue on I 85 Business North, US 29 North, US 70 East: High Point
15.5 mi · 18 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 Matthews and High Point.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
Jeff Gordon Expressway
Merge slight left onto Jeff Gordon Expressway
38.9 mi · 00h 44m
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 Matthews and Sunny near High Point.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Matthews to High Point?
The road trip is about 87.9 miles (141.4 km) and usually takes 01h 26m 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?
China Grove is a useful midpoint, sitting about 43.9 miles from Matthews and 44 miles from High Point.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 70.6 miles (113.7 km), while the road route adds roughly 17.3 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 3:36 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $12.28 one way or $24.56 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 27.5 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Matthews and Sunny near High Point.
Stop Ideas Near China Grove
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 China Grove.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Matthews and High Point. Straight-line distance: 70.64 mi (113.69 km).
#1 Matthews
Town in North Carolina, United States
| Population | 33,718 |
| Coordinates | 35.1168100, -80.7236800 |
| Altitude | 222 |
| 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: 141 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 02h 55m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02h 11m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 45m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 27m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 15m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 05m |
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 | $12.28 | $24.56 |
| Mid-grade | $4.43 | $13.73 | $27.46 |
| Premium | $4.78 | $14.81 | $29.62 |
| Diesel | $5.62 | $17.43 | $34.87 |
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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