How far is Winston-Salem, NC from Ahoskie, NC?
The driving distance from Winston-Salem, NC to Ahoskie, NC is about 210.1 miles (338.1 km), with a travel time of about 04h 23m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 182.2 miles (293.2 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 08h 46m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM EDT.
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This drive is better planned with a longer stop or an overnight stay.
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Drive time stays fixed at 04h 23m.
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Halfway Point
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City in North Carolina, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Winston-Salem and Ahoskie.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Winston-Salem and Ahoskie.
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Start on North Main Street
2610 ft · 59 sec · North Main Street
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Take the ramp sharp left toward US 158 East, US 421 South, NC 150 East
917 ft · 22 sec
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Merge slight left onto Salem Parkway
2.5 mi · 3 min · Salem Parkway
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Keep slight left to continue on Salem Parkway
16 mi · 19 min · Salem Parkway
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Keep slight right to continue on I 40 East: Greensboro, Martinsville
7.8 mi · 10 min
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Merge slight right
1.8 mi · 2 min
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Keep slight left
36.8 mi · 43 min
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Keep slight left to continue on I 85 North: Durham
9.4 mi · 11 min
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Keep slight left
1.8 mi · 2 min
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Continue straight
4.3 mi · 5 min
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Keep slight left
37.1 mi · 40 min
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Turn straight
4.9 mi · 5 min
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Take the exit slight right toward US 1, US 158: Norlina
1002 ft · 32 sec
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Turn left
8.6 mi · 11 min
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Turn right
1.2 mi · 1 min
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Continue straight
5 mi · 6 min
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At the end of the road, turn left
29.1 mi · 35 min
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Continue on West 2nd Street
1121 ft · 21 sec · West 2nd Street
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Continue on West 3rd Street
1.1 km · 2 min · West 3rd Street
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Turn left onto Sycamore Street
1323 ft · 47 sec · Sycamore Street
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Continue straight
1.5 mi · 2 min
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Take the ramp right
1.6 mi · 2 min
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Continue straight
9.7 mi · 15 min
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Turn right
17.4 mi · 25 min
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Keep slight left
5.5 mi · 8 min
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Turn right
6.3 mi · 12 min
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · 1st Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Winston-Salem and Ahoskie.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
I 85 North
Keep slight left
37.1 mi · 00h 40m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A longer out-and-back drive
This is still possible in one day, but it becomes a long driving day. Leaving early and planning your stop window matters more here.
Sunny leaving Winston-Salem and Sunny near Ahoskie.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Winston-Salem to Ahoskie?
The road trip is about 210.1 miles (338.1 km) and usually takes 04h 23m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This is still possible in one day, but it becomes a long driving day. Leaving early and planning your stop window matters more here.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Oxford is a useful midpoint, sitting about 104.9 miles from Winston-Salem and 105.2 miles from Ahoskie.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 182.2 miles (293.2 km), while the road route adds roughly 27.9 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 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM EDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 8:14 AM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $29.35 one way or $58.70 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 65.9 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Winston-Salem and Sunny near Ahoskie.
Stop Ideas Near Oxford
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 Oxford.
Durham
North Carolina State Fair station
Raleigh Union Station
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Winston-Salem and Ahoskie. Straight-line distance: 182.2 mi (293.23 km).
#1 Winston-Salem
The fifth most populous city in North Carolina.
| Population | 248,112 |
| Coordinates | 36.0998600, -80.2442200 |
| Altitude | 293 |
| Country | United States |
End: Ahoskie (-76.98468, 36.28682)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 338 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 06h 59m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 05h 15m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 04h 12m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 03h 30m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 03h 00m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 02h 37m |
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 | $29.35 | $58.70 |
| Mid-grade | $4.43 | $32.82 | $65.64 |
| Premium | $4.78 | $35.40 | $70.81 |
| Diesel | $5.62 | $41.67 | $83.35 |
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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