How far is Wentworth, NC from Winston-Salem, NC?
The driving distance from Wentworth, NC to Winston-Salem, NC is about 39.6 miles (63.8 km), with a travel time of about 00h 48m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 33.4 miles (53.8 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 37m 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 00h 48m.
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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Town in Guilford County, North Carolina, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Wentworth and Winston-Salem.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Wentworth and Winston-Salem.
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Start on Hancock Road
15 m · 2 sec · Hancock Road
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Turn right
2.1 mi · 4 min
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Continue straight
8.1 mi · 11 min
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Take the ramp slight left
1431 ft · 39 sec
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Merge slight left
5.3 mi · 7 min
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Keep slight right
645 ft · 10 sec
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Keep slight right
2655 ft · 41 sec
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Keep slight right to continue on NC 68 South
3.5 mi · 5 min
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Turn right onto Belews Creek Road
1.5 km · 2 min · Belews Creek Road
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Continue straight
18.2 mi · 26 min
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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 Wentworth and Winston-Salem.
Turn-heavy local drive
The route has frequent decision points for its length, so lane choice and turn timing will matter more than cruising speed.
Belews Creek Road
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18.2 mi · 00h 26m
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.
Mostly Cloudy leaving Wentworth and Chance Rain Showers then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Winston-Salem.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Wentworth to Winston-Salem?
The road trip is about 39.6 miles (63.8 km) and usually takes 00h 48m 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?
Stokesdale is a useful midpoint, sitting about 19.8 miles from Wentworth and 19.9 miles from Winston-Salem.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 33.4 miles (53.8 km), while the road route adds roughly 6.2 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 4:52 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $5.55 one way or $11.09 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 12.4 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Cloudy around Wentworth and Chance Rain Showers then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Winston-Salem.
Stop Ideas Near Stokesdale
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 Stokesdale.
J. Douglas Galyon Depot
Winston-Salem State Univ, Winston-Salem, North Car
Winston-Salem, North Carolina
High Point
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Wentworth and Winston-Salem. Straight-line distance: 33.4 mi (53.75 km).
#1 Wentworth
Small town located in Rockingham County, North Carolina
| Population | 2,734 |
| Coordinates | 36.4001400, -79.7744800 |
| Altitude | 224 |
| 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: 64 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 19m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 59m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 47m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 39m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 33m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 29m |
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 | $5.55 | $11.09 |
| Mid-grade | $4.43 | $6.20 | $12.40 |
| Premium | $4.78 | $6.69 | $13.38 |
| Diesel | $5.62 | $7.87 | $15.75 |
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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