Origin
Kill Devil Hills, NC
Morning in Kill Devil Hills on Monday
Local time
9:41 AM
EDT
Current temp
62°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Kill Devil Hills, NC to Winston-Salem, NC
Drive Time
6h 7m
Distance
299.6 mi
482 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$48
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
5h 55m
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6 AM
6h 8m
8 AM
6h 33m
10 AM
6h 17m
12 PM
6h 14m
3 PM
6h 18m
5 PM
6h 32m
8 PM
6h 0m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Kill Devil Hills, NC
William Lucord
Trip Overview
The drive from Kill Devil Hills, NC to Winston-Salem, NC covers 299.6 miles and takes about 6h 7m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on US 64, US 13, I 85 for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 67.3 miles on US 64. At current regular gas prices, budget about $47.95 one way before food or hotel costs.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is possible, but it will make for a full day on the road.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
Midpoint
149.8 miles from Kill Devil Hills, NC
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 3h 9m into the drive .
Drive Character
This is a 6h 7m highway drive covering 299.6 miles, with most of the trip on US 64 and US 13. The longest continuous stretch is about 67.3 miles on US 64.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 28 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
US 64 is the longest continuous segment at about 67.3 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US 64 and US 13. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 32.3 miles in near US 64.
Route Complexity
9/10
High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day
This is a demanding drive. With 19 significant decision points across 299.6 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 32.3 miles (US 64): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 185.9 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 208.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 19 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
6
32.3 mi into trip
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~47m in
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US 64
Keep slight left at fork onto US 64
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
7
185.9 mi into trip
|
~3h 48m in
Keep slight right at fork toward Rolesville Road
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Exit 14
Toward Rolesville Road
6
208.8 mi into trip
|
~4h 17m in
Take the exit toward US 70 West: Durham
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward US 70 West: Durham
8
285.6 mi into trip
|
~5h 50m in
|
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
299 mi into trip
|
~6h 6m 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 |
|---|---|---|
| US 64 | 67.3 mi | 1h 27m |
| US 13 | 58.3 mi | 1h 3m |
| I 85 | 42.3 mi | 48m |
| US 64 Bypass | 27.8 mi | 29m |
| Washington Baum Bridge | 20.7 mi | 27m |
| I 40 | 20.3 mi | 24m |
| Northern Wake Expressway | 15.4 mi | 16m |
| Salem Parkway | 13.4 mi | 16m |
Longest stretch:
US 64
— 67.3 mi, about 1h 27m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Kill Devil Hills, NC and Winston-Salem, NC.
1
Start on Creek Street
0.1 mi
·
30 sec
·
Creek Street
2
Turn right onto West 3rd Street
0.2 mi
·
37 sec
·
West 3rd Street
3
Turn right onto US 158
9.8 mi
·
16 min
·
North Croatan Highway
4
Continue on US 64
1.4 mi
·
2 min
·
South Virginia Dare Trail
5
Continue on US 64
21 mi
·
27 min
·
Washington Baum Bridge
6
Keep slight left at fork onto US 64
67 mi
·
1 hr 27 min
·
US 64
Use the straight lane.
7
Turn left onto US 13; US 17
1.8 mi
·
2 min
·
US 13; US 17
8
Continue on US 13; US 64
57 mi
·
1 hr 1 min
·
US 13; US 64
9
Continue on US 64 Bypass
28 mi
·
29 min
·
US 64 Bypass
10
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
28 sec
Exit 14
Toward Rolesville Road
11
Keep slight right at fork
309 ft
·
7 sec
Exit 14
Toward Rolesville Road
12
Turn right onto Rolesville Road
2.4 mi
·
4 min
·
Rolesville Road
13
Turn sharp left onto Marks Creek Road
0.4 mi
·
38 sec
·
Marks Creek Road
14
Turn right onto Horton Road
0.4 mi
·
43 sec
·
Horton Road
15
Turn right onto Buffaloe Road
3.8 mi
·
6 min
·
Buffaloe Road
Use the straight / right lanes.
16
Take the ramp
0.4 mi
·
23 sec
17
Merge onto I 540
15 mi
·
16 min
·
Northern Wake Expressway
Use the straight lane.
18
Take the exit
0.6 mi
·
1 min
Toward US 70 West: Durham
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
19
Merge onto US 70
1.9 mi
·
2 min
·
Glenwood Avenue
Use the straight lane.
20
Continue on US 70
2.5 mi
·
3 min
·
New Raleigh Highway
21
Continue on US 70
9.3 mi
·
12 min
·
South Miami Boulevard
Use the left / straight lanes.
22
Keep slight left at fork onto I 85; US 70
42 mi
·
48 min
·
I 85; US 70
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
23
Keep slight right at fork onto I 40
7.7 mi
·
9 min
·
I 40
Use the straight / slight left lanes.
24
Keep slight right at fork onto I 40; US 220
13 mi
·
15 min
·
I 40; US 220
Use the straight lane.
25
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.
26
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
28 sec
Exit 233A
Toward Main Street
Use the slight right lane.
27
Turn slight right onto South Main Street
0.4 mi
·
44 sec
·
South Main Street
Use the straight lane.
28
Arrive at destination
North Main Street
Trip Plan
Morning Departure
Start early — leave by 6-7 AM to arrive at a reasonable hour.
Evening Departure
This is a long drive — plan for a morning departure or consider splitting it into two days.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 149.8 miles from Kill Devil Hills, NC, or about 3h 9m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 67.3 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 49m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 149.8 miles or 3h 9m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 5h 2m
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 Kill Devil Hills, 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 Kill Devil Hills, NC
This is one driving day of about 299.6 miles and 6h 7m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Kill Devil Hills, 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 US 64 for about 67.3 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 149.8 mi from Kill Devil Hills, NC · 3h 9m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
150 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 149.8 miles from Kill Devil Hills, NC, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before US 64 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 67.3 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.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$47.95 one way
$95.90 round trip
$4.07/gal
25.4 MPG avg
105 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.43 | $52.24 | $104.48 |
| premium | $4.78 | $56.36 | $112.72 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $66.56 | $133.12 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$48
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$73–$98
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 104.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $31 in charging · 1 stop · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 89.9 | 1 | $31.46 | $14.38 |
| Efficient EV | 74.9 | 0 | $26.22 | $11.98 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 119.8 | 1 | $41.94 | $19.17 |
Gas CO2
105 kg
EV CO2
35 kg (67% less)
Plan for 1 charging stop. A 30-minute DC fast charge mid-route should be enough to complete the trip comfortably.
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
Morning in Winston-Salem on Monday
Local time
9:41 AM
EDT
Current temp
84°F
Mostly Sunny
SW 7 to 14 mph
8% chance
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
22 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
6h 7m on the road
Start early — leave by 6-7 AM to arrive at a reasonable hour.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Kill Devil Hills, NC to Winston-Salem, NC covers 299.6 miles and takes about 6h 7m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are US 64, US 13, I 85. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 149.8 miles from Kill Devil Hills, NC. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $47.95 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
Start early — leave by 6-7 AM to arrive at a reasonable hour. This is a long drive — plan for a morning departure or consider splitting it into two days.
Plan about 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, or rest. Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
This is a demanding drive. With 19 significant decision points across 299.6 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 32.3 miles (US 64): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 185.9 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 208.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
The route from Kill Devil Hills, NC to Winston-Salem, NC does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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