How far is Winston-Salem, NC from Norwood, NC?
The driving distance from Winston-Salem, NC to Norwood, NC is about 41.4 miles (66.6 km), with a travel time of about 01h 03m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 34.4 miles (55.3 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 07m 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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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 01h 03m.
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Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
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 Winston-Salem and Norwood.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Winston-Salem and Norwood.
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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 right to continue on US 158 East: Walkertown, Reidsville
15.9 mi · 23 min
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Continue straight
19.8 mi · 30 min
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Take the exit right toward US 29 BUS North, NC 87 North: Danville
727 ft · 20 sec
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Merge slight left onto Freeway Drive
1.3 mi · 2 min · Freeway Drive
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Turn left onto Vance Street
1.3 mi · 5 min · Vance Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Vance Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Winston-Salem and Norwood.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
US 158 East
Continue straight
19.8 mi · 00h 30m
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 Winston-Salem and Chance Rain Showers near Norwood.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Winston-Salem to Norwood?
The road trip is about 41.4 miles (66.6 km) and usually takes 01h 03m 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 20.7 miles from Winston-Salem and 20.7 miles from Norwood.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 34.4 miles (55.3 km), while the road route adds roughly 7 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 4:22 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $5.78 one way or $11.57 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 13 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Chance Rain Showers around Winston-Salem and Chance Rain Showers near Norwood.
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 Winston-Salem and Norwood. Straight-line distance: 34.39 mi (55.34 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 |
#2 Norwood
Town in Stanly County, North Carolina, United States
| Population | 2,469 |
| Coordinates | 36.3526400, -79.7128100 |
| Altitude | 248 |
| Country | United States |
End: Norwood (-79.71281, 36.35264)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 67 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 22m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 02m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 49m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 41m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 35m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 30m |
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 | $5.78 | $11.57 |
| Mid-grade | $4.43 | $6.47 | $12.93 |
| Premium | $4.78 | $6.98 | $13.95 |
| Diesel | $5.62 | $8.21 | $16.42 |
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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