Winchester, Virginia to Winston-Salem: Road Trip Guide & Distance

241.7 miles 388.9 km · straight line
302 miles estimated 486.1 km · driving distance
6h 5min estimated drive time
$29 - $36 estimated fuel cost
~59min flight time
209° SSW bearing direction

How far is Winchester, Virginia from Winston-Salem?

The distance from Winchester, Virginia to Winston-Salem is 241.7 miles (388.9 km) as the crow flies. Winston-Salem is located SSW of Winchester, Virginia. By car, the driving distance is approximately 302 miles, taking about 6h 5min. A direct flight would take roughly 59min. Both are located in United States — Winchester, Virginia 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 Winchester, Virginia 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 Winchester, Virginia to Winston-Salem

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 6h 5min $29 - $36 Flexible stops
Fly ~59min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~7h 18min $24–$45* Budget
Train ~5h 47min $36–$106* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Winchester, Virginia & Winston-Salem

Quick Facts

Winchester, Virginia
39.19°N, 78.16°W
America/New_York
216m 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 103 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients