Albany, New York to Winston-Salem: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Albany, New York from Winston-Salem?

The distance from Albany, New York to Winston-Salem is 569.7 miles (916.9 km) as the crow flies. Winston-Salem is located SW of Albany, New York. By car, the driving distance is approximately 683.7 miles, taking about 13h 45min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 39min. Both are located in United States — Albany, New York in New York and Winston-Salem in North Carolina.

This is a serious multi-day road trip! We strongly recommend breaking this journey up with an overnight stay to ensure you arrive safely and refreshed. Since you'll be heading mostly West, pack a good pair of sunglasses if you plan to drive during the late afternoon to avoid the harsh sun glare.

Coordinates come from public place data for Albany, New York 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.