Origin
Kings Grant, NC
Afternoon in Kings Grant on Sunday
Local time
4:18 PM
EDT
Current temp
66°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Kings Grant, NC to Winston-Salem, NC
Drive Time
3h 34m
Distance
216 mi
348 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$35
one way
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
3h 22m
★
6 AM
3h 34m
8 AM
3h 59m
10 AM
3h 43m
12 PM
3h 41m
3 PM
3h 44m
5 PM
3h 58m
8 PM
3h 27m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Trip Overview
Traveling from Kings Grant to Winston-Salem covers 216 miles of North Carolina landscape, typically requiring about 3 hours and 34 minutes behind the wheel. Because this journey is manageable in a single day, you won't need to worry about booking an overnight stay unless you prefer a slower pace. Budgeting roughly $34 for fuel should cover your trip comfortably. Since both cities are located within the Southeast, you will notice a consistent regional feel as you transition between the two. This route is best suited for those who don't mind a turn-heavy local drive rather than a straightforward interstate haul.
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
108 miles from Kings Grant, NC
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 47m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a very different experience than a standard highway cruise, as this 216-mile route features a 0% highway share. You will be navigating a sequence of local roads, starting on Kings Grant Road and transitioning through Shelly Drive and North College Road. Because it is a turn-heavy local drive, there is no significant "longest stretch" of uninterrupted road; you will be making frequent adjustments throughout the journey. Be prepared for a hands-on driving experience that demands your full attention as you navigate these local connections. The lack of interstate miles means the pace remains steady but requires constant engagement with the road.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 12 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Kings Grant Road is one of the defining roads on this drive.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way.
Route Complexity
3/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
This is a straightforward 3h 34m drive. You will face about 0 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Kings Grant, NC to Winston-Salem, NC is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Kings Grant Road | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Shelly Drive | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| North College Road | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Michael Jordan Highway | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| the route | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Salem Parkway | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Main Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| South Main Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
Per-road distance and duration are being refreshed from OSRM for this route.
Longest stretch:
Kings Grant Road
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Kings Grant, NC and Winston-Salem, NC.
1
Start on Shelly Drive
0.2 mi
·
55 sec
·
Shelly Drive
2
At the end of the road, turn right onto Kings Grant Road
135 ft
·
11 sec
·
Kings Grant Road
3
Turn left onto Shelly Drive
0.2 mi
·
42 sec
·
Shelly Drive
4
Turn right onto North College Road
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
North College Road
5
Continue on Michael Jordan Highway
107 mi
·
1 hr 55 min
·
Michael Jordan Highway
6
Keep slight left to continue on the route
86 mi
·
1 hr 38 min
·
the route
7
Keep slight right to continue on the route
7.7 mi
·
9 min
·
the route
8
Keep slight right to continue on the route
13 mi
·
15 min
·
the route
9
Keep slight right to continue on Salem Parkway
13 mi
·
16 min
·
Salem Parkway
10
Take the exit slight right toward Main Street
0.2 mi
·
29 sec
·
Main Street
11
Turn slight right onto South Main Street
0.4 mi
·
44 sec
·
South Main Street
12
Arrive at your destination
Trip Plan
Since your travel time is just under three and a half hours, you have plenty of flexibility when planning your departure. I recommend scheduling one stop to break up the local driving, which will help keep you fresh during the more technical portions of the route. Because you are relying on local roads rather than major interstates, keep a close eye on your navigation system to ensure you don't miss a turn on the transition between Kings Grant Road, Shelly Drive, and North College Road. Preparing your $34 fuel budget in advance ensures you won't need to hunt for gas stations during the trickier parts of your transit. Enjoy the freedom of a shorter day trip where you can set your own pace without the pressure of a long-haul 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 108 miles from Kings Grant, NC, or about 1h 47m into the drive.
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 19m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 108 miles or 1h 47m 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 55m
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 Kings Grant, 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 Kings Grant, NC
This is one driving day of about 216 miles and 3h 34m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Kings Grant, 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.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 108 mi from Kings Grant, NC · 1h 47m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
108 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 108 miles from Kings Grant, NC, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
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
$34.57 one way
$69.14 round trip
$4.07/gal
25.4 MPG avg
76 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.43 | $37.66 | $75.33 |
| premium | $4.78 | $40.63 | $81.26 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $47.99 | $95.98 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$35
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$60–$85
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 75.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $23 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 64.8 | 0 | $22.68 | $10.37 |
| Efficient EV | 54 | 0 | $18.90 | $8.64 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 86.4 | 1 | $30.24 | $13.82 |
Gas CO2
76 kg
EV CO2
25 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
4:18 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
24 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 34m 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 Kings Grant, NC to Winston-Salem, NC covers 216 miles and takes about 3h 34m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Kings Grant Road, Shelly Drive, North College Road. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 108 miles from Kings Grant, NC. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $34.57 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 straightforward 3h 34m drive. You will face about 0 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Kings Grant, NC to Winston-Salem, NC is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Kings Grant, NC to Winston-Salem, NC does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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