Burlington, North Carolina to Salem, Virginia: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Burlington, North Carolina from Salem, Virginia?

The distance from Burlington, North Carolina to Salem, Virginia is 89.5 miles (144.1 km) as the crow flies. Salem, Virginia is located NNW of Burlington, North Carolina. By car, the driving distance is approximately 111.9 miles, taking about 2h 15min. A direct flight would take roughly 41min. Both are located in United States — Burlington, North Carolina in North Carolina and Salem, Virginia in Virginia.

This is a quick and easy drive, perfect for a day trip or weekend getaway. You can easily make the round trip in a single day. 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. Given the short distance, driving or taking a train is often faster and more convenient than dealing with airport security and flight boarding times.

Coordinates come from public place data for Burlington, North Carolina and Salem, Virginia. 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.