Origin
Brogden, NC
Afternoon in Brogden on Sunday
Local time
4:37 PM
EDT
Current temp
65°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Brogden, NC to Winston-Salem, NC
Drive Time
3h 17m
Distance
163 mi
262 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$26
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
3h 5m
★
6 AM
3h 17m
8 AM
3h 41m
10 AM
3h 26m
12 PM
3h 23m
3 PM
3h 27m
5 PM
3h 40m
8 PM
3h 10m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Brogden, NC
Jean-Paul Wettstein
Trip Overview
Traveling from Brogden to Winston-Salem covers 163 miles and typically takes about 3 hours and 17 minutes. Because this journey is well within a single day’s reach, it is perfectly suited for a one-day itinerary. You will primarily utilize I-40, US-70, and the Salem Parkway to navigate across the state. Budgeting roughly $26 for fuel should cover your transit costs comfortably. Since both the origin and destination are located within the Southeast region of North Carolina, the trip maintains a consistent regional feel. Whether you are heading out for business or a change of scenery, this highway-focused drive offers a straightforward transition between the two areas.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
81.5 miles from Brogden, NC
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 40m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a highly efficient journey, as approximately 91% of your travel time will be spent on highways. The road's personality is defined by its focus on speed and connectivity, with a substantial 102.4-mile stretch on I-40 serving as the core of your trip. While the route begins with local road segments, it quickly transitions into a sustained interstate experience. You won't find many technical turns or winding backroads here; instead, anticipate a steady, predictable pace behind the wheel. The transition onto the Salem Parkway marks the final phase of your drive, shifting the environment as you approach your destination.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 18 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
I 40 is the longest continuous segment at about 102.4 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 40 and US 70. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 8 miles in.
Route Complexity
7/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
This is a demanding drive. With 12 significant decision points across 163 miles, you will need to stay alert — especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 8 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 128.8 miles (I 40): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 136.4 miles (I 40; US 220): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 12 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
7
8 mi into trip
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~10m in
Keep slight left at fork
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight left / none lanes.
6
128.8 mi into trip
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~2h 35m in
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I 40
Keep slight right at fork onto I 40
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight left lanes.
6
136.4 mi into trip
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~2h 44m in
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I 40; US 220
Keep slight right at fork onto I 40; US 220
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
8
149 mi into trip
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~3h in
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US 421 / Salem Parkway
Keep slight right at fork onto US 421 / Salem Parkway toward US 421 North: Kernersville
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
Exit 206
Toward US 421 North: Kernersville
7
162.4 mi into trip
|
~3h 16m in
Take the exit toward Main Street
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 233A
Toward Main Street
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 40 | 102.4 mi | 1h 59m |
| US 70 | 18.5 mi | 25m |
| Salem Parkway | 13.4 mi | 16m |
| US 70 BYP | 10.1 mi | 12m |
| Clayton Bypass Scenic Byway | 10 mi | 11m |
| US 13 | 4.2 mi | 4m |
| Old Mount Olive Highway | 3.6 mi | 5m |
| South Main Street | 0.4 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 40
— 102.4 mi, about 1h 59m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Brogden, NC and Winston-Salem, NC.
1
Start on Royall Drive
79 ft
·
5 sec
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Royall Drive
2
Turn right onto Old Mount Olive Highway
3.6 mi
·
5 min
·
Old Mount Olive Highway
3
Turn right onto US 13; US 117 Connector
4.2 mi
·
4 min
·
US 13; US 117 Connector
Use the straight / right lanes.
4
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
31 sec
Use the slight right lane.
5
Keep slight left at fork
366 ft
·
11 sec
Use the straight / slight left / none lanes.
6
Turn left onto US 70
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
US 70
Use the straight / slight left / none lanes.
7
Continue on US 70
5.1 mi
·
7 min
·
US 70
Use the straight lane.
8
Continue on US 70
10 mi
·
14 min
·
US 70
Use the none lane.
9
Continue on US 70
2.0 mi
·
2 min
·
US 70
Use the straight lane.
10
Keep slight left at fork onto US 70 BYP
10 mi
·
12 min
·
US 70 BYP
11
Continue on I 42
10.0 mi
·
11 min
·
Clayton Bypass Scenic Byway
12
Merge onto I 40
82 mi
·
1 hr 34 min
·
I 40
Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.
13
Keep slight right at fork onto I 40
7.7 mi
·
9 min
·
I 40
Use the straight / slight left lanes.
14
Keep slight right at fork onto I 40; US 220
13 mi
·
15 min
·
I 40; US 220
Use the straight lane.
15
Keep slight right at fork onto US 421
13 mi
·
16 min
·
Salem Parkway
Exit 206
Toward US 421 North: Kernersville
Use the straight lane.
16
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
28 sec
Exit 233A
Toward Main Street
Use the slight right lane.
17
Turn slight right onto South Main Street
0.4 mi
·
44 sec
·
South Main Street
Use the straight lane.
18
Arrive at destination
North Main Street
Trip Plan
Planning for this trip is straightforward, but keeping a few logistics in mind will improve your experience. Since you only have one planned stop along the way, use that break strategically to stretch your legs before tackling the longest 102.4-mile stretch of the route. Aim to time your departure to avoid peak traffic hours on the major interstates, as the reliance on I-40 means congestion can impact your travel time. Keep your $26 fuel budget in mind and consider topping off your tank before you hit the main highway segments to avoid higher prices at busy rest stops. Because this is a relatively short drive, you have the flexibility to adjust your departure time to suit your personal schedule.
Morning Departure
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Evening Departure
A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 81.5 miles from Brogden, NC, or about 1h 40m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 102.4 miles.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
Departure
Before you leave
Start with fuel, water, and navigation already sorted so the first hour feels easy.
First stop
Around 80 miles or 1h 39m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 81.5 miles or 1h 40m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 2h 41m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Winston-Salem, NC than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Brogden, NC so your first major turns are already loaded.
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Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
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Check your fuel range against the first long segment, especially if you are starting outside city service areas.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Brogden, NC
This is one driving day of about 163 miles and 3h 17m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Brogden, NC.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Plan about 1 real break rather than only quick fuel stops.
The longest stretch is on I 40 for about 102.4 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 81.5 mi from Brogden, NC · 1h 40m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
82 mi into the route
Best for: Lunch, fuel, and a longer reset
This sits close to the middle of the route, so it works well for the longest stop of the day.
Pacing Suggestions
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 81.5 miles from Brogden, NC, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before I 40 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 102.4 miles.
Arriving in Winston-Salem, NC
The final approach into Winston-Salem, NC usually feels slower than the middle of the drive, so avoid planning your tightest schedule at the very end.
Try to arrive with enough fuel left to skip an immediate station stop unless you already know the area around Winston-Salem, NC.
After long uninterrupted mileage, take five minutes before the last urban segment to reset and refocus on exits, merges, and city traffic.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$26.09 one way
$52.17 round trip
$4.07/gal
25.4 MPG avg
57 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.43 | $28.42 | $56.84 |
| premium | $4.78 | $30.66 | $61.32 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $36.21 | $72.43 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$26
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$51–$76
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 57 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $17 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 48.9 | 0 | $17.12 | $7.82 |
| Efficient EV | 40.8 | 0 | $14.26 | $6.52 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 65.2 | 0 | $22.82 | $10.43 |
Gas CO2
57 kg
EV CO2
19 kg (67% less)
This trip is well within single-charge range for most EVs. No charging stops needed if you start fully charged.
DC fast charging avg $0.35/kWh. Home charging avg $0.16/kWh. US grid CO2: 0.39 kg/kWh.
Travel Intel
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Destination
Winston-Salem, NC
Afternoon in Winston-Salem on Sunday
Local time
4:37 PM
EDT
Current temp
90°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Seasonal Notes
Summer travel usually means heavier construction, hotter rest stops, and busier weekend traffic around major cities.
Winter travel shortens daylight, so a route that looks manageable on paper can feel much longer after dark.
Holiday weekends tend to make both departure and arrival windows slower than the raw route time suggests.
Time zone
Same local time
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
25 degrees warmer at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
3h 17m on the road
Use the two city cards together: check the sky where you start, then compare it with the local time and temperature at arrival.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Brogden, NC to Winston-Salem, NC covers 163 miles and takes about 3h 17m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 40, US 70, Salem Parkway. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 81.5 miles from Brogden, NC. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $26.09 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left. A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
Plan about 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, or rest. A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
This is a demanding drive. With 12 significant decision points across 163 miles, you will need to stay alert — especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.
The main spots that need attention: at 8 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 128.8 miles (I 40): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 136.4 miles (I 40; US 220): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
The route from Brogden, NC to Winston-Salem, NC does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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