Distance from Chicago to Winston-Salem by Car and Plane

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The flight distance from Chicago (IL) to Winston-Salem (NC) is 563 miles or 906 kilometers or 489 nautical miles.
Driving distance from Chicago to Winston-Salem is 697 miles (1122 kilometers).
Difference between fly and travel by a car is 134 miles or 216 km.

Chicago to Winston-Salem Flight Route Map

Map Showing the Distance Between Chicago, IL and Winston-Salem, NC
This map shows the distance from Chicago, IL, Usa to Winston-Salem, NC, Usa. You can also see the distance in miles and km below the map. Flight route map from Chicago, Illinois to Winston-Salem, North Carolina is displayed below.

Driving distance from Chicago, IL to Winston-Salem, NC

The driving distance from Chicago, Illinois to Winston-Salem, North Carolina is 697 miles or 1122 km.
The total driving distance from Chicago, IL to Winston-Salem, NC is 697 miles or 1122 kilometers. Your trip begins in Chicago, Illinois. It ends in Winston-Salem, North Carolina.
The driving distance from Chicago, Illinois to Winston-Salem, North Carolina is approximately 697 miles (1122 kilometers), depending on the specific route you take. Without considering any traffic or other delays, driving this distance typically takes around 13 to 14 hours under normal conditions.

Driving time from Chicago, IL to Winston-Salem, NC

How long is the drive from Chicago, IL to Winston-Salem, NC?
The total driving time is 13 hours, 26 minutes.
How long does a car ride from Chicago to Winston-Salem take?
Chicago and Winston-Salem are 13 hours 26 mins far apart, if you drive non-stop.

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Attention! According to the recommendations of experts, you should stop and take a break every 2 hours on average, take a fresh air and walk a little to protect your alertness and health during long trips by car. In addition, you can drink some coffee to prevent you from sleeping. People who drive constantly without taking a break lose their focus and can eventually cause accidents. Also, please drive carefully and follow the speed rules.

Time Difference between Chicago and Winston-Salem

Time difference between Chicago (IL) and Winston-Salem (NC) is 1 Hours.
Winston-Salem time is 1 Hours ahead of Chicago.

Current local time in Chicago	Current local time in Winston-Salem
2025-12-22, 03:38:20 CST	2025-12-22, 04:38:20 EST

How Far is it Between Chicago Illinois, USA and Winston-Salem North Carolina, USA?

You can compare air and road distance between Chicago, IL and Winston-Salem, NC in this summary table of distances in miles, kilometers and nautical miles.

Distance type	Miles	Kilometers	Nautical miles
Driving distance	697 mi	1122 km	605.27 nmi
Straight line distance	563 mi	906 km	489 nmi
Difference	134 mi	216 km	116 nmi

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