Frederick to Winston-Salem: Road Trip Guide & Distance

276.4 miles 444.8 km · straight line
345.5 miles estimated 556 km · driving distance
6h 57min estimated drive time
$33 - $41 estimated fuel cost
~1h 3min flight time
215° SW bearing direction

How far is Frederick from Winston-Salem?

The distance from Frederick to Winston-Salem is 276.4 miles (444.8 km) as the crow flies. Winston-Salem is located SW of Frederick. By car, the driving distance is approximately 345.5 miles, taking about 6h 57min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 3min. Both are located in United States — Frederick in Maryland 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. 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 Frederick 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.

How to Get from Frederick to Winston-Salem

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 6h 57min $33 - $41 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 3min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~8h 20min $28–$52* Budget
Train ~6h 36min $41–$121* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Frederick & Winston-Salem

Quick Facts

Frederick
39.41°N, 77.41°W
America/New_York
87m 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 92 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 23 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 90.1 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients