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

The driving distance from Warsaw, NC to Winston-Salem, NC is about 162.8 miles (262 km), with a travel time of about 02h 45m by car.

  • The straight-line flight distance is about 142.9 miles (230 km).
  • For a round trip, plan for roughly 05h 31m 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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Reverse Route
Quick Snapshot
Road
162.81 mi
02h 45m
Flight
142.93 mi
230.03 km direct

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

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Flight Distance

Direct air line
142.93 mi
Kilometers
230.03 km
Flight Time
00h 17m

Driving Distance

Road route
162.81 mi
Kilometers
262.02 km
Drive Time
02h 45m

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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 45m.

Arrival Snapshot
Arrive in Winston-Salem
Sat, May 2, 7:05 AM EDT
Return by in Warsaw
Sat, May 2, 9:51 AM EDT
Useful when you're deciding between a quick errand, a day trip, or a longer stop.
Leave Warsaw
2026-05-02T04:20
Arrive Winston-Salem
Sat, May 2, 7:05 AM EDT
Route Timing
02h 45m
One way by road
Best Departure Window
8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EDT
Aim for a morning departure
Arrive between
10:46 AM to 12:46 PM EDT

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

Leave by
12:58 PM EDT
Keeps a same-day return open with about 03h 00m at the destination.
Back in Warsaw
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
Morrisville
NC

Town in Wake County, North Carolina, United States

From Warsaw
87.1 mi
01h 22m
To Winston-Salem
75.7 mi
01h 22m

Route Weather Snapshot

Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.

Origin
Warsaw Weather
NC
Live fallback forecast
63°F
Saturday
Using Goldsboro as the closest live forecast in the North Carolina weather hub.

Rain Showers Likely

Starts
Sat, May 2 6:00 AM EDT
Wind
7 mph N
Destination
62°F
Saturday

Chance Rain Showers

Starts
Sat, May 2 6:00 AM EDT
Wind
7 mph N

Driving Route Map

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

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

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

  1. 1

    Start on the route

    33 m · 10 sec

  2. 2

    Turn right onto South Pine Street

    19 m · 9 sec · South Pine Street

  3. 3

    Turn left onto West College Street

    2.3 mi · 5 min · West College Street

  4. 4

    Take the ramp right

    1648 ft · 40 sec

  5. 5

    Merge slight left

    51.1 mi · 55 min

  6. 6

    Keep slight left

    86.1 mi · 1 hr 39 min

  7. 7

    Keep slight right

    7.7 mi · 9 min

  8. 8

    Keep slight right

    12.6 mi · 15 min

  9. 9

    Keep slight right to continue on Salem Parkway

    13.4 mi · 16 min · Salem Parkway

  10. 10

    Take the exit slight right toward Main Street

    1174 ft · 29 sec

  11. 11

    Turn slight right onto South Main Street

    2161 ft · 44 sec · South Main Street

  12. 12

    Arrive at your destination

    0 m · 1 sec · North Main Street

Car Route Details

A richer read on the saved driving route between Warsaw 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
12 steps
3 turns on the saved route
Ramps & Exits
3
1 merges, 2 ramps or exits
Navigation Density
7.4 / 100 mi
Decision points by distance
Main Roads
West College Street
160 mi · 98%
Salem Parkway
13.4 mi · 8%
South Main Street
0.41 mi
Main Street
0.22 mi
South Pine Street
0.01 mi
Longest Stretch

West College Street

Keep slight left

86.1 mi · 01h 39m

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 45m
Day trip friendly
Same-Day Return
05h 32m
Round-trip wheel time
Road vs Air
+19.9 mi
142.9 mi direct line
Halfway Stop
Morrisville
01h 22m from Warsaw
Leave By
12:58 PM EDT
Morning start is best
Weather Watch

Rain Showers Likely leaving Warsaw 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 Warsaw to Winston-Salem?

The road trip is about 162.8 miles (262 km) and usually takes 02h 45m 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?

Morrisville is a useful midpoint, sitting about 87.1 miles from Warsaw and 75.7 miles from Winston-Salem.

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

The direct path is about 142.9 miles (230 km), while the road route adds roughly 19.9 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 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 12:58 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 Rain Showers Likely around Warsaw and Chance Rain Showers near Winston-Salem.

Stop Ideas Near Morrisville

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 Morrisville and the surrounding midpoint area.
Town Hall Burger & Beer Durham
Food stop 5.5 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 5.6 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 8.7 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 11.4 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 Morrisville.

RAIL

Cary

6 mi away
211 North Academy Street
RAIL

North Carolina State Fair station

11 mi away
1025 Blue Ridge Blvd.
RAIL

Raleigh Union Station

17 mi away
320 West Cabarrus Street
RAIL

Durham

21 mi away
400 W. Chapel Hill Street

Flight Path Map

This map shows the direct air route between Warsaw and Winston-Salem. Straight-line distance: 142.93 mi (230.03 km).

Warsaw

#1 Warsaw

Town in North Carolina, United States

Population3,084
Coordinates34.9993300, -78.0911000
Altitude47
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: East College Street (-78.091145, 34.999458)
End: North Main Street (-80.244255, 36.099856)

Estimated Travel Time

Distance: 262 km by road

SpeedTime
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 42m
70 mph (112.65 km/h)02h 19m
80 mph (129 km/h)02h 01m

Fuel, Round Trip and CO2

Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.

One-way fuel
5.75 gal
21.75 L · about $22.78
Round trip
$45.55
11.5 gal · 43.5 L
Estimated CO2
51.1 kg one way
Round trip: 102.2 kg / 225 lb CO2, using regular gasoline.
Fuel$/galOne wayRound trip
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.

Prices in North Carolina · May 02, 2026

There is no time difference between Warsaw and Winston-Salem. The current time is 04:20:10.

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.