How far is Brogden, NC from Winston-Salem, NC?

The driving distance from Brogden, NC to Winston-Salem, NC is about 163.2 miles (262.6 km), with a travel time of about 02h 42m by car.

  • The straight-line flight distance is about 136 miles (218.8 km).
  • For a round trip, plan for roughly 05h 25m 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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Quick Snapshot
Road
163.19 mi
02h 42m
Flight
135.96 mi
218.8 km direct

This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.

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Flight Distance

Direct air line
135.96 mi
Kilometers
218.8 km
Flight Time
00h 16m

Driving Distance

Road route
163.19 mi
Kilometers
262.63 km
Drive Time
02h 42m

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Leave and Arrive Planner

Pick a departure time to see your estimated arrival and same-day return window.

Drive time stays fixed at 02h 42m.

Arrival Snapshot
Arrive in Winston-Salem
Thu, Apr 23, 2:16 AM EDT
Return by in Brogden
Thu, Apr 23, 4:59 AM EDT
Useful when you're deciding between a quick errand, a day trip, or a longer stop.
Leave Brogden
2026-04-22T23:33
Arrive Winston-Salem
Thu, Apr 23, 2:16 AM EDT
Route Timing
02h 42m
One way by road
Best Departure Window
8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EDT
Aim for a morning departure
Arrive between
10:43 AM to 12:43 PM EDT

A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.

Leave by
1:04 PM EDT
Keeps a same-day return open with about 03h 00m at the destination.
Back in Brogden
9:30 PM EDT
Morning start is best

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.

Mid-route stop
Carrboro
NC

Town in North Carolina, United States

From Brogden
81.5 mi
01h 21m
To Winston-Salem
81.8 mi
01h 21m

Route Weather Snapshot

Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.

Origin
56°F
Tonight

Mostly Clear

Starts
Wed, Apr 22 7:00 PM EDT
Wind
3 to 8 mph SW
Destination
82°F
Wednesday

Sunny

Starts
Wed, Apr 22 6:00 AM EDT
Wind
5 to 10 mph SW

Driving Route Map

The map below follows the saved road route between Brogden and Winston-Salem.

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Brogden and Winston-Salem.

  1. 1

    Start on Royall Drive

    24 m · 6 sec · Royall Drive

  2. 2

    Turn right onto Old Mount Olive Highway

    3.6 mi · 5 min · Old Mount Olive Highway

  3. 3

    Turn right

    4.2 mi · 5 min

  4. 4

    Take the exit slight right

    1277 ft · 31 sec

  5. 5

    Keep slight left

    112 m · 12 sec

  6. 6

    Turn left

    1 mi · 2 min

  7. 7

    Continue straight

    5.1 mi · 7 min

  8. 8

    Continue straight

    10.4 mi · 14 min

  9. 9

    Continue straight

    2 mi · 3 min

  10. 10

    Keep slight left

    10.1 mi · 13 min

  11. 11

    Continue on Clayton Bypass Scenic Byway

    10 mi · 11 min · Clayton Bypass Scenic Byway

  12. 12

    Merge slight left

    82.1 mi · 1 hr 35 min

  13. 13

    Keep slight right

    7.7 mi · 9 min

  14. 14

    Keep slight right

    12.6 mi · 15 min

  15. 15

    Keep slight right to continue on Salem Parkway

    13.4 mi · 16 min · Salem Parkway

  16. 16

    Take the exit slight right toward Main Street

    1174 ft · 29 sec

  17. 17

    Turn slight right onto South Main Street

    2161 ft · 44 sec · South Main Street

  18. 18

    Arrive at your destination

    0 m · 1 sec · North Main Street

Car Route Details

A richer read on the saved driving route between Brogden and Winston-Salem.

OSRM road route
Drive Character

Straightforward drive

The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.

Directions
18 steps
4 turns on the saved route
Ramps & Exits
3
1 merges, 2 ramps or exits
Navigation Density
11 / 100 mi
Decision points by distance
Main Roads
Clayton Bypass Scenic Byway
112 mi · 69%
Old Mount Olive Highway
31.4 mi · 19%
Salem Parkway
13.4 mi · 8%
South Main Street
0.41 mi
Main Street
0.22 mi
Royall Drive
0.01 mi
Longest Stretch

Clayton Bypass Scenic Byway

Merge slight left

82.1 mi · 01h 35m

Route Summary

A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.

Trip Read

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.

Drive Time
02h 42m
Day trip friendly
Same-Day Return
05h 26m
Round-trip wheel time
Road vs Air
+27.2 mi
136 mi direct line
Halfway Stop
Carrboro
01h 21m from Brogden
Leave By
1:04 PM EDT
Morning start is best
Weather Watch

Mostly Clear leaving Brogden 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 Brogden to Winston-Salem?

The road trip is about 163.2 miles (262.6 km) and usually takes 02h 42m 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?

Carrboro is a useful midpoint, sitting about 81.5 miles from Brogden and 81.8 miles from Winston-Salem.

How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?

The direct path is about 136 miles (218.8 km), while the road route adds roughly 27.2 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 1:04 PM EDT.

How much will gas cost for this route?

Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $22.82 one way or $45.63 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 51.2 kg one way.

What should you check before leaving?

Before you leave, expect Mostly Clear around Brogden and Sunny near Winston-Salem.

Stop Ideas Near Carrboro

Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.

Mid-route Guidance
These suggestions come from reviewed places and nearby services around Carrboro and the surrounding midpoint area.
Town Hall Burger & Beer Durham
Food stop 0.2 mi away

Town Hall Burger & Beer Durham

Durham , NC
7830 NC-751, Durham, NC 27713
Rating 4.5/5 1,265 reviews Hamburger restaurant,Bar,Bar & grill,Takeout Restaurant,Sandwich shop,Sports bar
Kumon Math and Reading Center of Morrisville - Town Hall
Practical stop 9.3 mi away

Kumon Math and Reading Center of Morrisville - Town Hall

Morrisville , NC
101 Morrisville Square Way Suite 100, Morrisville, NC 27560
Rating 4.7/5 26 reviews Learning center,After school program,Tutoring service
Town of Cary
Meeting point 12.8 mi away

Town of Cary

Cary , NC
316 N Academy St, Cary, NC 27513
Rating 3.5/5 26 reviews Association or organization,City government office
The Town Hall Grill
Nearby stop 6.2 mi away

The Town Hall Grill

Chapel Hill , NC
410 Market St, Chapel Hill, NC 27516
Rating 4.2/5 302 reviews Bar & grill

Transit and Meeting Points

Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Carrboro.

RAIL

Durham

18 mi away
400 W. Chapel Hill Street
RAIL

Cary

30 mi away
211 North Academy Street
RAIL

North Carolina State Fair station

36 mi away
1025 Blue Ridge Blvd.
RAIL

Burlington

38 mi away
101 North Main Street

Flight Path Map

This map shows the direct air route between Brogden and Winston-Salem. Straight-line distance: 135.96 mi (218.8 km).

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#1 Brogden

Census designated place

Population2,633
Coordinates35.2926600, -78.0344300
Altitude53
CountryUnited States
Winston-Salem

#2 Winston-Salem

The fifth most populous city in North Carolina.

Population248,112
Coordinates36.0998600, -80.2442200
Altitude293
CountryUnited States
Start: Royall Drive (-78.034434, 35.292633)
End: North Main Street (-80.244255, 36.099856)

Estimated Travel Time

Distance: 263 km by road

SpeedTime
30 mph (48.3 km/h)05h 26m
40 mph (64.37 km/h)04h 04m
50 mph (80.47 km/h)03h 15m
60 mph (96.56 km/h)02h 43m
70 mph (112.65 km/h)02h 19m
80 mph (129 km/h)02h 02m

Fuel, Round Trip and CO2

Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.

One-way fuel
5.76 gal
21.8 L · about $22.82
Round trip
$45.63
11.52 gal · 43.6 L
Estimated CO2
51.2 kg one way
Round trip: 102.4 kg / 226 lb CO2, using regular gasoline.
Fuel$/galOne wayRound trip
Regular gas $3.96 $22.82 $45.63
Mid-grade $4.43 $25.51 $51.02
Premium $4.78 $27.52 $55.04
Diesel $5.62 $32.39 $64.79

Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.

Prices in North Carolina · Apr 23, 2026

There is no time difference between Brogden and Winston-Salem. The current time is 23:33:38.

Distance to Other Cities

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How did we calculate? Place names are translated into coordinates. The Haversine formula calculates straight-line distance; driving distance uses road network data.