Sanford, North Carolina to Winston-Salem: Road Trip Guide & Distance

73.4 miles 118.2 km · straight line
91.8 miles estimated 147.8 km · driving distance
1h 51min estimated drive time
$9 - $11 estimated fuel cost
~39min flight time · usually no direct flights
306° NW bearing direction

How far is Sanford, North Carolina from Winston-Salem?

The distance from Sanford, North Carolina to Winston-Salem is 73.4 miles (118.2 km) as the crow flies. Winston-Salem is located NW of Sanford, North Carolina. By car, the driving distance is approximately 91.8 miles, taking about 1h 51min. A direct flight would take roughly 39min. Both are located in United States.

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 Sanford, North Carolina 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 Sanford, North Carolina to Winston-Salem

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 1h 51min $9 - $11 Flexible stops
Bus ~2h 13min $7–$14* Budget
Train ~1h 45min $11–$32* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Sanford, North Carolina & Winston-Salem

Quick Facts

Sanford, North Carolina
35.48°N, 79.18°W
America/New_York
109m 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 24 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 6 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 339 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients