Atlanta to Winston-Salem: Road Trip Guide & Distance

285.4 miles 459.3 km · straight line
318.6 miles actual route 512.7 km · driving distance
6h 6min estimated drive time
$31 - $38 estimated fuel cost
~1h 4min flight time
54° NE bearing direction

How far is Atlanta from Winston-Salem?

The distance from Atlanta to Winston-Salem is 285.4 miles (459.3 km) as the crow flies. Winston-Salem is located NE of Atlanta. By car, the driving distance is approximately 318.6 miles, taking about 6h 6min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 4min. Both are located in United States — Atlanta in Georgia and Winston-Salem in North Carolina.

For a drive of this length, it's recommended to plan at least one quick rest stop to stretch your legs and grab a coffee. 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 Atlanta and Winston-Salem. The driving distance uses an OSRM road-route result when route data is available. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.

How to Get from Atlanta to Winston-Salem

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 6h 6min $31 - $38 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 4min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~7h 19min $25–$48* Budget
Train ~5h 48min $38–$112* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Atlanta & Winston-Salem

Quick Facts

Atlanta
33.75°N, 84.39°W
America/New_York
320m elevation
Winston-Salem
36.10°N, 80.24°W
America/New_York
293m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 95 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 24 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 87.3 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM