How far is Swannanoa, NC from High Point, NC?
The driving distance from Swannanoa, NC to High Point, NC is about 151.5 miles (243.8 km), with a travel time of about 02h 28m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 136.5 miles (219.6 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 04h 57m 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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Drive time stays fixed at 02h 28m.
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Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
City in North Carolina, United States
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Swannanoa and High Point.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Swannanoa and High Point.
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Start on Rider Lane
26 m · 11 sec · Rider Lane
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Turn left onto Asheville Road
938 ft · 33 sec · Asheville Road
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Continue on Asheville Road
93 m · 13 sec · Asheville Road
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Turn left onto West State Street
141 m · 14 sec · West State Street
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Turn left onto Patton Cove Road
2123 ft · 1 min · Patton Cove Road
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Take the ramp left
888 ft · 22 sec
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Merge slight left
136.5 mi · 2 hr 35 min
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Take the exit slight right toward I 74 East: High Point
9.8 mi · 11 min
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Take the exit slight right
2130 ft · 54 sec
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Continue straight
1635 ft · 30 sec
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Continue on North Main Street
3.6 mi · 8 min · North 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 Swannanoa and High Point.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
Patton Cove Road
Merge slight left
136 mi · 02h 35m
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.
Patchy Fog leaving Swannanoa 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 Swannanoa to High Point?
The road trip is about 151.5 miles (243.8 km) and usually takes 02h 28m 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?
Claremont is a useful midpoint, sitting about 75.6 miles from Swannanoa and 75.8 miles from High Point.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 136.5 miles (219.6 km), while the road route adds roughly 15 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 1:32 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $21.15 one way or $42.30 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 47.5 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Patchy Fog around Swannanoa and Showers And Thunderstorms near High Point.
Stop Ideas Near Claremont
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 Claremont.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Swannanoa and High Point. Straight-line distance: 136.48 mi (219.64 km).
#1 Swannanoa
Township in Buncombe County, North Carolina
| Population | 4,576 |
| Coordinates | 35.5978900, -82.3998400 |
| Altitude | 670 |
| 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: 244 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 05h 02m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 03h 47m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 03h 01m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 31m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 09m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 53m |
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 | $21.15 | $42.30 |
| Mid-grade | $4.43 | $23.65 | $47.30 |
| Premium | $4.78 | $25.51 | $51.03 |
| Diesel | $5.62 | $30.03 | $60.06 |
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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