Great Smoky Mountains to Winston-Salem: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Great Smoky Mountains from Winston-Salem?

The distance from Great Smoky Mountains to Winston-Salem is 184.9 miles (297.5 km) as the crow flies. Winston-Salem is located ENE of Great Smoky Mountains. By car, the driving distance is approximately 231.1 miles, taking about 4h 39min. A direct flight would take roughly 52min. Both are located in United States — Great Smoky Mountains in Tennessee 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. 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 Great Smoky Mountains 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.