Origin
Mocksville, NC
Late night in Mocksville on Sunday
Local time
3:31 AM
EDT
Current temp
55°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Mocksville, NC to Winston-Salem, NC
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
33m
Distance
24.9 mi
40 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$4
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 30m
★
6 AM
0h 33m
8 AM
0h 39m
10 AM
0h 35m
12 PM
0h 34m
3 PM
0h 35m
5 PM
0h 38m
8 PM
0h 31m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Mocksville, NC
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Trip Overview
If you are planning a quick transit between Mocksville and Winston-Salem, you are looking at a brief 24.9-mile journey that typically takes about 33 minutes. This efficient trip is perfect for a single-day excursion, as it requires no overnight stays or complex planning. With a fuel budget estimated at just $4, it is a highly economical way to move between these two North Carolina locations. Because both cities are located within the Southeast region, you will experience a consistent cultural and geographical landscape throughout the trip. Whether you are commuting for work or heading into the city for a quick visit, this route offers a straightforward connection that fits easily into any busy schedule.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 40 | 13.6 mi | 15m |
| North Main Street | 5 mi | 8m |
| Salem Parkway | 4.7 mi | 6m |
| Farmington Road | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| Cherry Street South | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| West 2nd Street | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| High Street Southwest | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| US 158 | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 40
— 13.6 mi, about 15m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Mocksville, NC and Winston-Salem, NC.
1
Start on East Depot Street
118 ft
·
7 sec
·
East Depot Street
2
Turn right onto US 158
4.7 mi
·
7 min
·
North Main Street
3
Turn left onto US 158
200 ft
·
5 sec
·
US 158
4
Turn straight onto Farmington Road
0.3 mi
·
36 sec
·
Farmington Road
5
Enter roundabout
64 ft
·
2 sec
6
Continue
0.2 mi
·
27 sec
7
Merge onto I 40
14 mi
·
15 min
·
I 40
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
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
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 115 decision points cluster between mile 5 and 24.7 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
5 mi into trip
|
~8m in
Enter roundabout
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
5
5.3 mi into trip
|
~9m in
|
I 40
Merge onto I 40
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
24.1 mi into trip
|
~31m 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
24.5 mi into trip
|
~32m in
|
West 2nd Street
Turn right onto West 2nd Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
7
24.7 mi into trip
|
~32m in
|
North Main Street
Turn left onto North Main Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$3.89 one way
$7.79 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
9 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.34 | $4.26 | $8.52 |
| premium | $4.70 | $4.61 | $9.22 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $5.50 | $11.00 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$4
Estimated CO2 emission: 8.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $3 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 7.5 | 0 | $2.61 | $1.20 |
| Efficient EV | 6.2 | 0 | $2.18 | $1.00 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 10 | 0 | $3.49 | $1.59 |
Gas CO2
9 kg
EV CO2
3 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
Late night in Winston-Salem on Sunday
Local time
3:31 AM
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
13 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
33m 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.
What kind of drive is this?
Expect a highway-focused experience as you navigate this 24.9-mile connection, with approximately 73% of your time spent on major thoroughfares. You will spend the bulk of your journey utilizing I-40, which includes your longest uninterrupted stretch of 13.6 miles. The character of the drive shifts as you transition from the interstate onto North Main Street and the Salem Parkway to reach your final destination. While the interstate segments provide a fast, consistent pace, the final approach into Winston-Salem introduces a shift toward local road navigation. Overall, the route feels like a standard, functional transit rather than a winding scenic byway, keeping you moving steadily toward your goal.
73% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
15 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 13.6 mi on I 40.
How Hard Is This Drive?
6/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 40 and North Main Street. You will hit about 11 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 5 miles in.
Driving Effort
6/10
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 24.9 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 5 miles: Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 5.3 miles (I 40): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 24.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
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 33m. Total distance: 24.9 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
33m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (73%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 13.6 miles on I 40. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
It helps. This route has a higher-than-average number of complex decision points, which get harder in the dark. If the last hour of the trip is on surface roads or mountain grades, aim to arrive at Winston-Salem, NC before sunset when you can. Check the Trip Plan for departure windows that land you in daylight.
Yes. At under 2 hours behind the wheel, this works well for families — plan one quick stop if you have younger kids.
The main spots that need attention: at 5 miles: Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 5.3 miles (I 40): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 24.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Winston-Salem, NC before heading back.
How this page is built
Compiled by the US Trip Planner 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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