How far is Reidsville, NC from Asheville, NC?
The driving distance from Reidsville, NC to Asheville, NC is about 191.3 miles (307.9 km), with a travel time of about 02h 59m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 169.8 miles (273.2 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 05h 58m 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 02h 59m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
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Halfway Point
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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 Reidsville and Asheville.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Reidsville and Asheville.
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Start on South Scales Street
2956 ft · 57 sec · South Scales Street
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Turn left onto Richardson Drive
1.1 km · 1 min · Richardson Drive
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Turn right onto Barnes Street
1.4 mi · 2 min · Barnes Street
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Take the ramp right
1382 ft · 34 sec
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Merge slight left
13.6 mi · 17 min
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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
153.1 mi · 2 hr 54 min
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Keep slight right to continue on Billy Graham Freeway
4.6 mi · 6 min · Billy Graham Freeway
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Take the exit slight right toward US 25
918 ft · 27 sec
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Turn right
14 m · 3 sec
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Reidsville and Asheville.
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
153 mi · 02h 54m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
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.
Slight Chance Rain Showers leaving Reidsville and Areas Of Fog then Showers And Thunderstorms near Asheville.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Reidsville to Asheville?
The road trip is about 191.3 miles (307.9 km) and usually takes 02h 59m 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?
Statesville is a useful midpoint, sitting about 96.9 miles from Reidsville and 94.3 miles from Asheville.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 169.8 miles (273.2 km), while the road route adds roughly 21.5 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 12:32 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $26.74 one way or $53.47 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 60 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Slight Chance Rain Showers around Reidsville and Areas Of Fog then Showers And Thunderstorms near Asheville.
Stop Ideas Near Statesville
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Transit and Meeting Points
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Reidsville and Asheville. Straight-line distance: 169.75 mi (273.18 km).
#1 Reidsville
City in North Carolina, United States
| Population | 13,993 |
| Coordinates | 36.3548600, -79.6644700 |
| Altitude | 245 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Asheville
The most populous city in Buncombe County, North Carolina.
| Population | 92,852 |
| Coordinates | 35.6009500, -82.5540200 |
| Altitude | 649 |
| Country | United States |
End: (-82.554029, 35.600953)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 308 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 06h 22m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 04h 46m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 03h 49m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 03h 11m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 43m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 02h 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 | $26.74 | $53.47 |
| Mid-grade | $4.43 | $29.90 | $59.79 |
| Premium | $4.78 | $32.25 | $64.50 |
| Diesel | $5.62 | $37.96 | $75.92 |
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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