Origin
Sherrills Ford, NC
Afternoon in Sherrills Ford on Saturday
Local time
1:07 PM
EDT
Current temp
74°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Sherrills Ford, NC to Winston-Salem, NC
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 18, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 21m
Distance
63 mi
101 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$10
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 15m
★
6 AM
1h 22m
8 AM
1h 35m
10 AM
1h 26m
12 PM
1h 25m
3 PM
1h 27m
5 PM
1h 34m
8 PM
1h 18m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Sherrills Ford, NC
Connor Scott McManus
Trip Overview
This 68.9-mile drive from Sherrills Ford, NC, to Winston-Salem, NC, is a manageable one-day trip, taking approximately 1 hour and 13 minutes. You'll navigate primarily local roads, with no highway driving involved, making for a more connected experience with the surrounding Southeast region. With an estimated fuel cost of just $11, this is an economical option for exploring western North Carolina. The route's turn-heavy profile suggests a leisurely pace, perfect for a spontaneous outing or a planned excursion.
About the Cities
Arriving in Winston-Salem, NC
Full guide →Winston-Salem is a city in North Carolina. It has an approximate population of 251,000 (2022). Winston-Salem is one of three cities that make up the Piedmont Triad; the others are Greensboro and High Point.
City content from Wikivoyage (CC BY-SA 4.0) and Wikidata (CC0).
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 21m. Total distance: 63 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 21m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (70%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Drive Character
Expect a turn-heavy local drive on this route, with main roads including Mollys Backbone Road, Monbo Road, and Long Island Road. With 0% highway share, this journey keeps you on surface streets for its entire 68.9 miles, offering a consistent driving experience. The absence of long, uninterrupted stretches means you'll be actively navigating throughout the 1 hour and 13-minute duration. This style of driving allows for a more intimate feel of the landscape between Sherrills Ford and Winston-Salem.
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 39.4 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 40 and Buffalo Shoals Road. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 4.8 miles in near Long Island Road.
Driving Effort
7/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 63 miles you will encounter 13 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 4.8 miles (Long Island Road): Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach; at 6.9 miles (Hudson Chapel Road): Navigation decision point; at 62.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 13 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
4.8 mi into trip
|
~8m in
|
Long Island Road
Turn sharp right onto Long Island Road
Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach
5
6.9 mi into trip
|
~12m in
|
Hudson Chapel Road
At end of road, turn right onto Hudson Chapel Road
Navigation decision point
8
62.1 mi into trip
|
~1h 20m 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
62.6 mi into trip
|
~1h 20m in
|
West 2nd Street
Turn right onto West 2nd Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
7
62.7 mi into trip
|
~1h 21m 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 |
| Buffalo Shoals Road | 8.1 mi | 13m |
| Salem Parkway | 4.7 mi | 6m |
| Mollys Backbone Road | 2.7 mi | 4m |
| Garner Bagnal Boulevard | 2.1 mi | 2m |
| Monbo Road | 1.3 mi | 2m |
| Kale Road | 1.3 mi | 2m |
| Long Island Road | 0.9 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
I 40
— 39.4 mi, about 43m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Sherrills Ford, NC and Winston-Salem, NC.
1
Start on Sherrills Ford Road
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Sherrills Ford Road
2
Turn right onto Mollys Backbone Road
2.7 mi
·
4 min
·
Mollys Backbone Road
3
Turn straight onto Monbo Road
1.3 mi
·
2 min
·
Monbo Road
4
Turn sharp right onto Long Island Road
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
Long Island Road
5
Turn sharp left onto Kale Road
1.3 mi
·
2 min
·
Kale Road
6
At end of road, turn right onto Hudson Chapel Road
0.2 mi
·
19 sec
·
Hudson Chapel Road
7
Continue on Buffalo Shoals Road
8.1 mi
·
13 min
·
Buffalo Shoals Road
8
Turn left onto US 70
2.1 mi
·
2 min
·
Garner Bagnal Boulevard
Use the straight / left lanes.
9
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
20 sec
10
Merge onto I 40
39 mi
·
43 min
·
I 40
Use the straight lane.
11
Take the exit
0.5 mi
·
36 sec
Exit 188
Toward US 421 South: Salem Parkway
12
Merge onto US 421
4.7 mi
·
6 min
·
Salem Parkway
13
Take the exit
0.1 mi
·
14 sec
Exit 233B
Toward Marshall Street, TO Cherry Street
Use the slight right lane.
14
Continue on High Street Southwest
459 ft
·
15 sec
·
High Street Southwest
15
Turn left onto Cherry Street South
0.2 mi
·
26 sec
·
Cherry Street South
16
Turn right onto West 2nd Street
0.2 mi
·
24 sec
·
West 2nd Street
Use the straight / right lanes.
17
Turn left onto North Main Street
0.2 mi
·
26 sec
·
North Main Street
Use the straight lane.
18
Arrive at destination
North Main Street
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 31.5 mi from Sherrills Ford, NC · 44m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
32 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 14 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 31.5 miles from Sherrills Ford, 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
$9.85 one way
$19.70 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
22 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.34 | $10.77 | $21.54 |
| premium | $4.70 | $11.66 | $23.32 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $13.91 | $27.82 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$10
Estimated CO2 emission: 22 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $7 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 18.9 | 0 | $6.61 | $3.02 |
| Efficient EV | 15.8 | 0 | $5.51 | $2.52 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 25.2 | 0 | $8.82 | $4.03 |
Gas CO2
22 kg
EV CO2
7 kg (68% 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 Saturday
Local time
1:07 PM
EDT
Current temp
42°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
32 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 21m 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 Sherrills Ford, NC to Winston-Salem, NC covers 63 miles and takes about 1h 21m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 40, Buffalo Shoals Road, 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 31.5 miles from Sherrills Ford, NC. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $9.85 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 63 miles you will encounter 13 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 4.8 miles (Long Island Road): Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach; at 6.9 miles (Hudson Chapel Road): Navigation decision point; at 62.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
The route from Sherrills Ford, 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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