Virginia Beach Oceanfront to Winston-Salem: Road Trip Guide & Distance

242.6 miles 390.5 km · straight line
281.5 miles actual route 453.1 km · driving distance
5h 45min estimated drive time
$27 - $33 estimated fuel cost
~59min flight time
259° W bearing direction

How far is Virginia Beach Oceanfront from Winston-Salem?

The distance from Virginia Beach Oceanfront to Winston-Salem is 242.6 miles (390.5 km) as the crow flies. Winston-Salem is located W of Virginia Beach Oceanfront. By car, the driving distance is approximately 281.5 miles, taking about 5h 45min. A direct flight would take roughly 59min. Both are located in United States — Virginia Beach Oceanfront in Virginia 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 Virginia Beach Oceanfront and Winston-Salem. The driving distance uses an OSRM road-route result when route data is available. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.

How to Get from Virginia Beach Oceanfront to Winston-Salem

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 5h 45min $27 - $33 Flexible stops
Fly ~59min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~6h 54min $23–$42* Budget
Train ~5h 28min $34–$99* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Virginia Beach Oceanfront & Winston-Salem

Quick Facts

Virginia Beach Oceanfront
36.85°N, 75.98°W
America/New_York
4m 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 81 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 20 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 102.6 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM