Origin
Yadkinville, NC
Morning in Yadkinville on Tuesday
Local time
6:37 AM
EDT
Current temp
75°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Yadkinville, NC to Winston-Salem, NC
Pin this tripCompiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 21, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
33m
Distance
26.2 mi
42 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$4
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 31m
★
6 AM
0h 34m
8 AM
0h 39m
10 AM
0h 36m
12 PM
0h 35m
3 PM
0h 36m
5 PM
0h 39m
8 PM
0h 32m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Yadkinville, NC
Wikimedia Commons
Trip Overview
If you are planning to travel between Yadkinville and Winston-Salem, you are looking at a quick 26.2-mile trip that typically takes about 29 minutes. This short journey is perfectly suited for a single-day excursion, meaning you won't need to worry about booking overnight accommodations. With a fuel budget of approximately $4, it is a very economical way to move between these two Southeast locations. Navigating through local streets rather than major interstates keeps the pace steady and manageable. Whether you are heading into the city for business or returning home, this route offers a straightforward connection that fits easily into any schedule.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| US 421 | 24 mi | 28m |
| South State Street | 1.1 mi | 2m |
| North Main Street | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| Cherry Street South | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| West 2nd Street | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| High Street Southwest | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| East Main Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
US 421
— 24 mi, about 28m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Yadkinville, NC and Winston-Salem, NC.
1
Start on East Main Street
46 ft
·
6 sec
·
East Main Street
2
Turn left onto US 601
1.1 mi
·
2 min
·
South State Street
3
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
29 sec
4
Merge onto US 421
24 mi
·
28 min
·
US 421
Use the straight / right lanes.
5
Take the exit
0.1 mi
·
14 sec
Exit 233B
Toward Marshall Street, TO Cherry Street
Use the slight right lane.
6
Continue on High Street Southwest
459 ft
·
15 sec
·
High Street Southwest
7
Turn left onto Cherry Street South
0.2 mi
·
26 sec
·
Cherry Street South
8
Turn right onto West 2nd Street
0.2 mi
·
24 sec
·
West 2nd Street
Use the straight / right lanes.
9
Turn left onto North Main Street
0.2 mi
·
26 sec
·
North Main Street
Use the straight lane.
10
Arrive at destination
North Main Street
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 75 decision points cluster between mile 1.4 and 25.9 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
1.4 mi into trip
|
~3m in
|
US 421
Merge onto US 421
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
8
25.3 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
5
25.5 mi into trip
|
~32m in
|
Cherry Street South
Turn left onto Cherry Street South
Navigation decision point
7
25.8 mi into trip
|
~32m in
|
West 2nd Street
Turn right onto West 2nd Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
7
25.9 mi into trip
|
~33m in
|
North Main Street
Turn left onto North Main Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$4.10 one way
$8.19 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
9 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.34 | $4.48 | $8.96 |
| premium | $4.70 | $4.85 | $9.70 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $5.78 | $11.57 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$4
Estimated CO2 emission: 9.2 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 | 7.9 | 0 | $2.75 | $1.26 |
| Efficient EV | 6.6 | 0 | $2.29 | $1.05 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 10.5 | 0 | $3.67 | $1.68 |
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
Morning in Winston-Salem on Tuesday
Local time
6:37 AM
EDT
Current temp
58°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
17 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 turn-heavy local drive rather than a high-speed interstate cruise, as this route consists entirely of local roads with 0% highway share. You will primarily navigate via South State Street, Marshall Street, and High Street Southwest. Because there is no highway travel, there is no single long, uninterrupted stretch to settle into; instead, you should prepare for a more engaged driving experience. The road's personality is defined by these constant shifts and turns, requiring your full attention as you transition between the two towns. It is an ideal path if you prefer backroad navigation over the monotony of high-speed traffic.
92% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
10 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 24 mi on US 421.
How Hard Is This Drive?
4/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US 421 and South State Street. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 1.4 miles in near US 421.
Driving Effort
4/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 33m drive. You will face about 7 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 1.4 miles (US 421): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 25.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 25.5 miles (Cherry Street South): Navigation decision point.
About the Cities
Starting in Yadkinville, NC
Full guide →Founded 1850
Top landmarks
- • Second Yadkin County Jail — historic jail building located at Yadkinville, Yadkin County, North Carolina
Arriving in Winston-Salem, NC
Full guide →Founded 1766
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.
Top landmarks
- • Old Salem — historic district and open-air museum in Winston-Salem, North Carolina, U.S.A.
- • Reynolds Building — historic skyscraper in Winston-Salem, North Carolina, U.S.A.
- • Home Moravian Church — church building in Winston-Salem, North Carolina
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: 26.2 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 (92%). Straightforward navigation.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 24 miles on US 421. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
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 1.4 miles (US 421): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 25.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 25.5 miles (Cherry Street South): Navigation decision point.
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.
Was this helpful?
Thanks for your feedback!
Your tip has been submitted. Thanks!
/500
Recent Tips
·
Explore More
Continue From Winston-Salem, NC
More trips to Winston-Salem, NC
Explore more options from Yadkinville, NC or browse trips ending in Winston-Salem, NC.
Looking for more statewide routes? Browse NC road trips.