How far is Salem, NC from Middlesex, NC?
The driving distance from Salem, NC to Middlesex, NC is about 35.4 miles (57 km), with a travel time of about 00h 39m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 29.5 miles (47.5 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 18m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM EDT.
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Halfway Point
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Human settlement in Nash County, North Carolina, United States of America
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Salem and Middlesex.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Salem and Middlesex.
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Start on Swift Creek School Road
20 m · 8 sec · Swift Creek School Road
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Turn sharp right onto Red Oak Road
11.3 mi · 17 min · Red Oak Road
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Take the ramp slight right
2243 ft · 55 sec
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Merge slight left
13.6 mi · 15 min
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Take the exit slight right
1239 ft · 34 sec
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Turn left
4.6 mi · 6 min
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Continue straight
5.2 mi · 7 min
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · North Nash Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Salem and Middlesex.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
Red Oak Road
Merge slight left
13.6 mi · 00h 15m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A short regional drive
This route is short enough to handle as a quick errand, commute, or easy same-day return without much planning overhead.
Rain Showers Likely leaving Salem and Rain Showers Likely near Middlesex.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Salem to Middlesex?
The road trip is about 35.4 miles (57 km) and usually takes 00h 39m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route is short enough to handle as a quick errand, commute, or easy same-day return without much planning overhead.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Momeyer is a useful midpoint, sitting about 17.6 miles from Salem and 17.8 miles from Middlesex.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 29.5 miles (47.5 km), while the road route adds roughly 5.9 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 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM EDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 7:12 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $4.95 one way or $9.90 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 11.1 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Rain Showers Likely around Salem and Rain Showers Likely near Middlesex.
Stop Ideas Near Momeyer
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 Salem and Middlesex. Straight-line distance: 29.49 mi (47.46 km).
#1 Salem
Salem is a place in North Carolina, United States.
| Population | 0 |
| Coordinates | 36.1146000, -77.8613700 |
| Altitude | 61 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Middlesex
City in Nash County, North Carolina, United States of America
| Population | 834 |
| Coordinates | 35.7901600, -78.2038800 |
| Altitude | 80 |
| Country | United States |
End: North Nash Street (-78.203927, 35.790161)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 57 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 10m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 53m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 42m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 35m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 30m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 26m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.96 | $4.95 | $9.90 |
| Mid-grade | $4.43 | $5.54 | $11.07 |
| Premium | $4.78 | $5.97 | $11.94 |
| Diesel | $5.62 | $7.03 | $14.06 |
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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