How far is South Rosemary, NC from Winston-Salem, NC?
The driving distance from South Rosemary, NC to Winston-Salem, NC is about 163 miles (262.4 km), with a travel time of about 02h 47m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 143.9 miles (231.6 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 05h 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 02h 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 third most populous city in North Carolina and the center of the Durham metropolitan area.
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between South Rosemary and Winston-Salem.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between South Rosemary and Winston-Salem.
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Start on South Penny Street
854 ft · 43 sec · South Penny Street
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Turn left onto Karen Street
124 m · 20 sec · Karen Street
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Turn right onto North Zoo Road
1161 ft · 27 sec · North Zoo Road
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Turn right onto Julian R Allsbrook Highway
24 mi · 28 min · Julian R Allsbrook Highway
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Continue straight
5.1 mi · 6 min
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Continue straight
1.2 mi · 1 min
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At the end of the road, turn left
8.7 mi · 11 min
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Turn right onto Flemingtown Road
821 ft · 11 sec · Flemingtown Road
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Take the exit slight right
1114 ft · 28 sec
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Merge slight left
1.9 mi · 2 min
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Keep slight right
44.1 mi · 49 min
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Keep slight left
42.3 mi · 49 min
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Keep slight right
7.7 mi · 9 min
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Keep slight right
12.6 mi · 15 min
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Keep slight right to continue on Salem Parkway
13.4 mi · 16 min · 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 South Rosemary 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.
Flemingtown Road
Keep slight right
44.1 mi · 00h 49m
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.
Chance Rain Showers leaving South Rosemary and Chance Rain Showers near Winston-Salem.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from South Rosemary to Winston-Salem?
The road trip is about 163 miles (262.4 km) and usually takes 02h 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?
Durham is a useful midpoint, sitting about 81.2 miles from South Rosemary and 81.9 miles from Winston-Salem.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 143.9 miles (231.6 km), while the road route adds roughly 19.1 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 12:56 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $22.78 one way or $45.55 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 51.1 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Chance Rain Showers around South Rosemary and Chance Rain Showers near Winston-Salem.
Stop Ideas Near Durham
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Town Hall Burger & Beer Durham
Kumon Math and Reading Center of Morrisville - Town Hall
Durham County Inspections Department
The Town Hall Grill
Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Durham.
Durham
Cary
North Carolina State Fair station
Raleigh Union Station
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between South Rosemary and Winston-Salem. Straight-line distance: 143.93 mi (231.64 km).
#1 South Rosemary
Township in Halifax County, North Carolina
| Population | 2,836 |
| Coordinates | 36.4515400, -77.6972000 |
| Altitude | 68 |
| 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: 262 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 05h 25m |
| 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.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
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| Regular gas | $3.96 | $22.78 | $45.55 |
| Mid-grade | $4.43 | $25.47 | $50.93 |
| Premium | $4.78 | $27.47 | $54.95 |
| Diesel | $5.62 | $32.34 | $64.68 |
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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