How far is Winston-Salem, NC from South Gastonia, NC?
The driving distance from Winston-Salem, NC to South Gastonia, NC is about 100.1 miles (161.1 km), with a travel time of about 01h 59m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 81.3 miles (130.9 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 03h 59m 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 59m.
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Halfway Point
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City in Rowan County, North Carolina, United States of America
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Winston-Salem and South Gastonia.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Winston-Salem and South Gastonia.
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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
21.5 mi · 24 min · John Gold Memorial Expressway
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Continue straight
3.7 mi · 4 min
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Merge slight left
4 mi · 4 min
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Continue straight
64 mi · 1 hr 14 min
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Take the exit slight right toward NC 7: East Gastonia
858 ft · 29 sec
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Turn right onto East Ozark Avenue
3206 ft · 1 min · East Ozark Avenue
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Continue on East Long Avenue
1.3 mi · 2 min · East Long Avenue
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Turn left onto North Chester Street
1.1 mi · 2 min · North Chester Street
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Turn straight onto South York Street
1186 ft · 22 sec · South York Street
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Continue on South York Road
1.6 mi · 2 min · South York Road
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Continue on York Highway
1298 ft · 24 sec · York Highway
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Turn right onto Davis Park Road
1677 ft · 46 sec · Davis Park Road
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Turn left onto Weston Avenue
772 ft · 34 sec · Weston Avenue
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Becky Avenue
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Winston-Salem and South Gastonia.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
John Gold Memorial Expressway
Continue straight
64 mi · 01h 14m
Route Summary
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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.
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Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Winston-Salem to South Gastonia?
The road trip is about 100.1 miles (161.1 km) and usually takes 01h 59m 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?
Landis is a useful midpoint, sitting about 50.1 miles from Winston-Salem and 50 miles from South Gastonia.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 81.3 miles (130.9 km), while the road route adds roughly 18.8 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 2:30 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $13.98 one way or $27.96 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 31.4 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
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Stop Ideas Near Landis
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Transit and Meeting Points
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Winston-Salem and South Gastonia. Straight-line distance: 81.33 mi (130.89 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 South Gastonia
Unincorporated community
| Population | 5,312 |
| Coordinates | 35.2193000, -81.2056300 |
| Altitude | 221 |
| Country | United States |
End: South Gastonia (-81.20563, 35.2193)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 161 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 03h 20m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02h 30m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 00m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 40m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 25m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 14m |
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 | $13.98 | $27.96 |
| Mid-grade | $4.43 | $15.63 | $31.27 |
| Premium | $4.78 | $16.87 | $33.73 |
| Diesel | $5.62 | $19.85 | $39.71 |
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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