Origin
Midway, NC
Afternoon in Midway on Friday
Local time
12:34 PM
EDT
Current temp
46°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Midway, NC to Winston-Salem, NC
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 17, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 12m
Distance
59.6 mi
96 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$9
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 7m
★
6 AM
1h 13m
8 AM
1h 24m
10 AM
1h 17m
12 PM
1h 16m
3 PM
1h 17m
5 PM
1h 24m
8 PM
1h 9m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Midway, NC
Mark Stebnicki
Trip Overview
This straightforward 59.6-mile drive from Midway, North Carolina, to Winston-Salem, North Carolina, is easily manageable as a single-day trip, taking approximately 1 hour and 12 minutes. You'll spend the vast majority of your time on major highways, with 96% of the route being on interstates and parkways. The estimated fuel cost for this journey is around $9, making it an economical option. Given its short distance and highway-focused profile, this route is perfect for a quick transition between destinations within the Southeast region. You won't need to worry about breaking this drive up or finding overnight accommodations.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 12m. Total distance: 59.6 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 12m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (96%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Drive Character
Expect a predominantly highway-focused experience on this trip. With 96% of the 59.6 miles on high-speed roads like I-40 and Salem Parkway, you'll maintain consistent progress. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 39.4 miles on I-40, allowing for extended periods of steady driving. While the route is primarily highway, US-64 will offer a brief interlude before you merge onto the main arteries. The road character remains consistent, prioritizing efficient travel over varied scenery.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 15 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 39.4 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 40 and US 64. You will hit about 11 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 14.1 miles in near I 40.
Driving Effort
5/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 59.6 miles you will encounter 11 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 14.1 miles (I 40): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 53.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early; at 58.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 11 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
14.1 mi into trip
|
~20m in
|
I 40
Merge onto I 40
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
5
53.5 mi into trip
|
~1h 4m in
Take the exit toward US 421 South: Salem Parkway
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Exit 188
Toward US 421 South: Salem Parkway
8
58.7 mi into trip
|
~1h 11m in
Take the exit toward Marshall Street, TO Cherry Street
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 233B
Toward Marshall Street, TO Cherry Street
7
59.1 mi into trip
|
~1h 11m in
|
West 2nd Street
Turn right onto West 2nd Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
7
59.3 mi into trip
|
~1h 12m in
|
North Main Street
Turn left onto North Main Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 40 | 39.4 mi | 43m |
| US 64 | 13.3 mi | 18m |
| Salem Parkway | 4.7 mi | 6m |
| North Main Street | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| Millersville Road | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| Cherry Street South | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| West Front Street | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| West 2nd Street | 0.2 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 40
— 39.4 mi, about 43m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Midway, NC and Winston-Salem, NC.
1
Start on Kerley Road
0.1 mi
·
32 sec
·
Kerley Road
2
Turn right onto Hepler Road
469 ft
·
25 sec
·
Hepler Road
3
Turn left onto Millersville Road
0.2 mi
·
41 sec
·
Millersville Road
4
Turn left onto US 64
13 mi
·
18 min
·
US 64
5
Continue on US 64; NC 90
0.2 mi
·
16 sec
·
West Front Street
Use the straight / right lanes.
6
Turn left
0.2 mi
·
23 sec
7
Merge onto I 40
39 mi
·
43 min
·
I 40
Use the straight lane.
8
Take the exit
0.5 mi
·
36 sec
Exit 188
Toward US 421 South: Salem Parkway
9
Merge onto US 421
4.7 mi
·
6 min
·
Salem Parkway
10
Take the exit
0.1 mi
·
14 sec
Exit 233B
Toward Marshall Street, TO Cherry Street
Use the slight right lane.
11
Continue on High Street Southwest
459 ft
·
15 sec
·
High Street Southwest
12
Turn left onto Cherry Street South
0.2 mi
·
26 sec
·
Cherry Street South
13
Turn right onto West 2nd Street
0.2 mi
·
24 sec
·
West 2nd Street
Use the straight / right lanes.
14
Turn left onto North Main Street
0.2 mi
·
26 sec
·
North Main Street
Use the straight lane.
15
Arrive at destination
North Main Street
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 29.8 mi from Midway, NC · 37m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
30 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 13 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 29.8 miles from Midway, 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.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$9.32 one way
$18.64 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
21 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.34 | $10.19 | $20.38 |
| premium | $4.70 | $11.03 | $22.06 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $13.16 | $26.32 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$9
Estimated CO2 emission: 20.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $6 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 17.9 | 0 | $6.26 | $2.86 |
| Efficient EV | 14.9 | 0 | $5.22 | $2.38 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 23.8 | 0 | $8.34 | $3.81 |
Gas CO2
21 kg
EV CO2
7 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 Friday
Local time
12:34 PM
EDT
Current temp
42°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
48°F
Mocksville, NC
30 mi in
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
4 degrees cooler at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
1h 12m 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 Midway, NC to Winston-Salem, NC covers 59.6 miles and takes about 1h 12m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 40, US 64, 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 29.8 miles from Midway, NC. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $9.32 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch. Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 59.6 miles you will encounter 11 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
The main spots that need attention: at 14.1 miles (I 40): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 53.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early; at 58.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
The route from Midway, NC to Winston-Salem, NC does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
How this page is built
Compiled by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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