How far is Winston-Salem, NC from Pinehurst, NC?
The driving distance from Winston-Salem, NC to Pinehurst, NC is about 91.2 miles (146.7 km), with a travel time of about 01h 52m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 76.1 miles (122.5 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 03h 45m 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 52m.
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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City in North Carolina, United States of America
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Winston-Salem and Pinehurst.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Winston-Salem and Pinehurst.
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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
1415 ft · 22 sec · Salem Parkway
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Take the exit slight right toward US 52 South: Lexington
1258 ft · 32 sec
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Merge slight left onto John Gold Memorial Expressway
2.2 mi · 3 min · John Gold Memorial Expressway
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Take the exit slight right toward I 40 East: Greensboro
1325 ft · 32 sec
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Merge slight left
2.2 mi · 3 min
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Take the exit slight right toward I 74 East: High Point
66.8 mi · 1 hr 15 min
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Take the exit slight right
2052 ft · 56 sec
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Turn left
17.1 mi · 25 min
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Turn right onto Beulah Hill Road North
2417 ft · 1 min · Beulah Hill Road North
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Turn slight left onto Barrett Road East
2273 ft · 1 min · Barrett Road East
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Continue on Chinquapin Road
614 ft · 17 sec · Chinquapin Road
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Chinquapin Road
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Winston-Salem and Pinehurst.
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 74 East
Take the exit slight right toward I 74 East: High Point
66.8 mi · 01h 15m
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.
Sunny leaving Winston-Salem and Sunny near Pinehurst.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Winston-Salem to Pinehurst?
The road trip is about 91.2 miles (146.7 km) and usually takes 01h 52m 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?
Asheboro is a useful midpoint, sitting about 45.6 miles from Winston-Salem and 45.5 miles from Pinehurst.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 76.1 miles (122.5 km), while the road route adds roughly 15.1 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 2:44 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $12.75 one way or $25.51 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 28.6 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Winston-Salem and Sunny near Pinehurst.
Stop Ideas Near Asheboro
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 Asheboro.
High Point
J. Douglas Galyon Depot
Lexington
Burlington
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Winston-Salem and Pinehurst. Straight-line distance: 76.14 mi (122.53 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 Pinehurst
Village in North Carolina
| Population | 15,752 |
| Coordinates | 35.1954300, -79.4694800 |
| Altitude | 160 |
| Country | United States |
End: Pinehurst (-79.46948, 35.19543)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 147 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 03h 02m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02h 16m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 49m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 31m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 18m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 08m |
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 | $12.75 | $25.51 |
| Mid-grade | $4.43 | $14.26 | $28.52 |
| Premium | $4.78 | $15.39 | $30.77 |
| Diesel | $5.62 | $18.11 | $36.22 |
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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