How far is Wilkesboro, NC from Greensboro, NC?
The driving distance from Wilkesboro, NC to Greensboro, NC is about 83.1 miles (133.7 km), with a travel time of about 01h 20m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 76.6 miles (123.2 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 41m 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 01h 20m.
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Halfway Point
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Town in Forsyth County, North Carolina, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Wilkesboro and Greensboro.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Wilkesboro and Greensboro.
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Start on West Main Street
58 m · 10 sec · West Main Street
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Turn left onto South Cherry Street
1.2 km · 1 min · South Cherry Street
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Turn left
1423 ft · 36 sec
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Merge slight left
47.8 mi · 55 min
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Take the exit slight right toward I 40 East: Greensboro
1.6 km · 2 min
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Merge slight left
23.1 mi · 27 min
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Keep slight right to continue on I 40 East: Greensboro, Martinsville
6.7 mi · 8 min
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Take the exit slight right toward Freeman Mill Road
1184 ft · 29 sec
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Merge slight left onto Freeman Mill Road
2.2 mi · 3 min · Freeman Mill Road
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Turn straight onto Freeman Mill Road
3150 ft · 53 sec · Freeman Mill Road
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Continue on South Edgeworth Street
1261 ft · 27 sec · South Edgeworth Street
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Turn right onto West Market Street
1233 ft · 40 sec · West Market Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · West Market Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Wilkesboro and Greensboro.
Interchange-aware route
The drive includes several ramps, exits, or merges, so checking the next few maneuvers before busy interchanges is useful.
South Cherry Street
Merge slight left
47.8 mi · 00h 55m
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 Wilkesboro and Chance Rain Showers near Greensboro.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Wilkesboro to Greensboro?
The road trip is about 83.1 miles (133.7 km) and usually takes 01h 20m 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?
Lewisville is a useful midpoint, sitting about 41.5 miles from Wilkesboro and 41.6 miles from Greensboro.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 76.6 miles (123.2 km), while the road route adds roughly 6.5 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 3:48 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $11.61 one way or $23.21 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 26 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Chance Rain Showers around Wilkesboro and Chance Rain Showers near Greensboro.
Stop Ideas Near Lewisville
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 Lewisville.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Wilkesboro and Greensboro. Straight-line distance: 76.57 mi (123.22 km).
#1 Wilkesboro
Town in and the county seat of Wilkes County, North Carolina
| Population | 3,430 |
| Coordinates | 36.1459600, -81.1606400 |
| Altitude | 312 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Greensboro
The third most populous city in North Carolina and the center of the Greensboro metropolitan area.
| Population | 297,878 |
| Coordinates | 36.0726400, -79.7919800 |
| Altitude | 266 |
| Country | United States |
End: West Market Street (-79.791986, 36.072568)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 134 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 02h 46m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02h 04m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 39m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 23m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 11m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 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 | $11.61 | $23.21 |
| Mid-grade | $4.43 | $12.98 | $25.95 |
| Premium | $4.78 | $14.00 | $28.00 |
| Diesel | $5.62 | $16.48 | $32.96 |
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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