How far is Osceola, NC from Wilson, NC?
The driving distance from Osceola, NC to Wilson, NC is about 179.3 miles (288.5 km), with a travel time of about 03h 31m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 163.3 miles (262.8 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 07h 03m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM EST.
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This drive is better planned with a longer stop or an overnight stay.
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 03h 31m.
An early departure helps you fit a real stop into the day without turning the return into a late-night drive.
This departure sits inside the recommended comfort window for the route.
Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
City in Iredell County, North Carolina, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Osceola and Wilson.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Osceola and Wilson.
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Start on the route
4.4 mi · 8 min
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Take the ramp sharp right
1066 ft · 30 sec
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Merge slight left onto Reidsville Highway
2.9 mi · 4 min · Reidsville Highway
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Continue on North O'Henry Boulevard
2.3 mi · 3 min · North O'Henry Boulevard
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Take the exit slight right toward I 785 South, I 840: Winston-Salem, Raleigh, Charlotte
1083 ft · 17 sec
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Keep slight right to continue on I 840 West: Winston-Salem
3212 ft · 1 min
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Merge slight left onto Greensboro Urban Loop
13.2 mi · 15 min · Greensboro Urban Loop
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Take the exit slight right toward I 40, US 421 North: Greensboro, Winston-Salem
1019 ft · 25 sec
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Keep slight right to continue on I 40 West, US 421 North: Winston-Salem
2969 ft · 1 min
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Merge slight left
5.1 mi · 6 min
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Keep slight left to continue on I 40 West: Winston-Salem, Statesville
147.3 mi · 2 hr 47 min
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Take the exit slight right toward Swannanoa
982 ft · 29 sec
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Turn left onto Patton Cove Road
743 ft · 23 sec · Patton Cove Road
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Turn right onto Buckeye Access Road
1.5 mi · 3 min · Buckeye Access Road
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Turn right onto Buckeye Cove Road
945 ft · 25 sec · Buckeye Cove Road
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Turn right onto Superior Way
1125 ft · 48 sec · Superior Way
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Superior Way
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Osceola and Wilson.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
I 40 West
Keep slight left to continue on I 40 West: Winston-Salem, Statesville
147 mi · 02h 47m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A longer out-and-back drive
This is still possible in one day, but it becomes a long driving day. Leaving early and planning your stop window matters more here.
Sunny leaving Osceola and Sunny near Wilson.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Osceola to Wilson?
The road trip is about 179.3 miles (288.5 km) and usually takes 03h 31m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This is still possible in one day, but it becomes a long driving day. Leaving early and planning your stop window matters more here.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Statesville is a useful midpoint, sitting about 89.5 miles from Osceola and 89.7 miles from Wilson.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 163.3 miles (262.8 km), while the road route adds roughly 16 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 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM EST. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 9:56 AM EST.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $21.14 one way or $42.28 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 56.2 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Osceola and Sunny near Wilson.
Stop Ideas Near Statesville
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 Statesville.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Osceola and Wilson. Straight-line distance: 163.28 mi (262.77 km).
#1 Osceola
Osceola is a place in North Carolina, United States.
| Population | 0 |
| Coordinates | 36.2279100, -79.6155800 |
| Altitude | 252 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Wilson
The most populous city in Wilson County, North Carolina.
| Population | 49,479 |
| Coordinates | 35.5940000, -82.4265100 |
| Altitude | 682 |
| Country | United States |
End: Wilson (-82.42651, 35.594)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 288 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 05h 58m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 04h 28m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 03h 35m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 59m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 33m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 02h 14m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.35 | $21.14 | $42.28 |
| Mid-grade | $3.80 | $23.98 | $47.97 |
| Premium | $4.23 | $26.72 | $53.44 |
| Diesel | $5.49 | $34.67 | $69.33 |
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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