How far is Archdale, NC from Winston-Salem, NC?
The driving distance from Archdale, NC to Winston-Salem, NC is about 110.9 miles (178.5 km), with a travel time of about 01h 47m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 90.2 miles (145.2 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 03h 34m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EDT.
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This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.
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Drive time stays fixed at 01h 47m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
You are leaving earlier than the recommended window, which gives you extra margin for breaks and traffic.
Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
The most populous city in Cabarrus County, North Carolina.
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Driving Route Map
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Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Archdale and Winston-Salem.
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Start on the route
1479 ft · 24 sec
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Take the ramp straight
24.3 mi · 29 min
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Continue on Cameron Morrison Bridge
59.4 mi · 1 hr 9 min · Cameron Morrison Bridge
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Keep slight right to continue on I 285 North, US 52 North: Lexington, Winston-Salem
4.1 mi · 4 min
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Keep slight left to continue on I 285 North, US 52 North: Winston-Salem
21.6 mi · 25 min
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Take the exit slight right toward US 158 West, US 421 North: Salem Parkway
975 ft · 29 sec
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Merge slight left onto Salem Parkway
2199 ft · 34 sec · Salem Parkway
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Take the exit slight right toward Main Street
1174 ft · 29 sec
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Turn slight right onto South Main Street
2161 ft · 44 sec · South Main Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · North Main Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Archdale and Winston-Salem.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
Cameron Morrison Bridge
Continue on Cameron Morrison Bridge
59.4 mi · 01h 09m
Route Summary
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A comfortable day-trip route
This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.
Sunny leaving Archdale and Sunny near Winston-Salem.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Archdale to Winston-Salem?
The road trip is about 110.9 miles (178.5 km) and usually takes 01h 47m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Concord is a useful midpoint, sitting about 55.4 miles from Archdale and 55.6 miles from Winston-Salem.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 90.2 miles (145.2 km), while the road route adds roughly 20.7 extra miles because roads do not follow the straight air line.
When is the best time to leave for this route?
A good departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 2:56 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $15.53 one way or $31.05 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 34.8 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Archdale and Sunny near Winston-Salem.
Stop Ideas Near Concord
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Concord.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Archdale and Winston-Salem. Straight-line distance: 90.23 mi (145.21 km).
#1 Archdale
City in Randolph County, North Carolina, United States
| Population | 11,560 |
| Coordinates | 35.1940200, -81.4017500 |
| Altitude | 291 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Winston-Salem
The fifth most populous city in North Carolina.
| Population | 248,112 |
| Coordinates | 36.0998600, -80.2442200 |
| Altitude | 293 |
| Country | United States |
End: North Main Street (-80.244255, 36.099856)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 179 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 03h 41m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02h 46m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 13m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 50m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 35m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 23m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
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| Regular gas | $3.96 | $15.53 | $31.05 |
| Mid-grade | $4.43 | $17.36 | $34.72 |
| Premium | $4.78 | $18.73 | $37.46 |
| Diesel | $5.62 | $22.05 | $44.09 |
Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.
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