Akron to Winston-Salem: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Akron from Winston-Salem?

The distance from Akron to Winston-Salem is 351 miles (564.9 km) as the crow flies. Winston-Salem is located SSE of Akron. By car, the driving distance is approximately 421.2 miles, taking about 8h 28min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 12min. Both are located in United States — Akron in Ohio and Winston-Salem in North Carolina.

This is a solid day of driving. Be sure to take breaks every 2-3 hours to avoid driver fatigue, and plan your meals ahead of time. Heading East means you'll be driving into the sunrise if you start early. Keep your windshield clean for the best visibility.

Coordinates come from public place data for Akron and Winston-Salem. The driving distance is estimated from straight-line distance with a road-factor model, so confirm the route in your navigation app. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.