Gainesville, Georgia to Winston-Salem: Road Trip Guide & Distance

237.4 miles 382 km · straight line
296.7 miles estimated 477.5 km · driving distance
5h 58min estimated drive time
$29 - $35 estimated fuel cost
~59min flight time
57° ENE bearing direction

How far is Gainesville, Georgia from Winston-Salem?

The distance from Gainesville, Georgia to Winston-Salem is 237.4 miles (382 km) as the crow flies. Winston-Salem is located ENE of Gainesville, Georgia. By car, the driving distance is approximately 296.7 miles, taking about 5h 58min. A direct flight would take roughly 59min. Both are located in United States — Gainesville, Georgia 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 Gainesville, Georgia 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 Gainesville, Georgia to Winston-Salem

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 5h 58min $29 - $35 Flexible stops
Fly ~59min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~7h 10min $24–$45* Budget
Train ~5h 40min $36–$104* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Gainesville, Georgia & Winston-Salem

Quick Facts

Gainesville, Georgia
34.30°N, 83.82°W
America/New_York
381m 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 79 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 20 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 104.9 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients